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JAN – MAR 2016 COURSE OUTLINE
SBI3U
Biology, Gr. 11, University
Prerequisite: SNC2D
Teacher: Mrs. T. Daws ([email protected])
Credit: 1.0
Text: Biology 11, Nelson
COUSE DESCRIPTION:
“This course furthers students’ understanding of the processes involved in biological systems. Students will study theory and
conduct investigations in the areas of biodiversity; evolution; genetic processes; the structure and function of animals; and the
anatomy, growth, and function of plants. The course focuses on the theoretical aspects of the topics under study, and helps
students refine skills related to scientific investigation.” This description and the unit descriptions below are taken from the
Ontario Ministry of Education Website: http://www.edu.gov.ca/eng/curriculum/secondary/2009science11_12.pdf
*Scientific Investigation Skills & Career Exploration will occur in all units
UNIT 1: DIVERSITY OF LIVING THINGS
Chapter 1: Understanding Biology
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Definition of a species and biodiversity
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Taxonomy and Phylogeny; cladistics diagrams
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Dichotomous keys
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Prokaryotes vs. Eukaryotes
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Six kingdoms of life overview
Chapter 2: The Prokaryotes, Viruses, and Protists
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Domains Eubacteria and Archaea
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Bacterial diseases
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Antibiotics and antibiotic resistance
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Viruses, Viroids and Prions
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Vaccinations
~ Jan 9 – Jan 18 (8 classes; 24 hours)
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Chapter 3: The Fungi, Plants, and Animals
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Kingdom Fungi
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Symbiotic relationships in Ecosystems
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Kingdom Plantae general characteristics
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Plant adaptations to living on land
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Alternation of Generations
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Plant Divisions
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Kingdom Animalia general characteristics
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Vertebrates vs. invertebrates
UNIT 2: GENETIC PROCESSES
Chapter 4: Heredity and Reproduction
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DNA structure and Function
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Mitosis and Meiosis
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Non-disjunction
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Gametogenesis
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Sex determination
Chapter 5: Mendelian Genetics: Patterns of Inheritance
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Mendel’s experiments
~ Jan 19 – Jan 31 (9 classes; 27 hours)
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UNIT 3: EVOLUTION
Chapter 7: The Theory of Evolution
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Components of a scientific theory
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Evidence supporting evolution
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Mutations
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Transitional Fossils
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Selective breeding
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Lamarck vs. Darwin
Chapter 10: The Respiratory System
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Parts & function of the respiratory system
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Mechanisms of breathing
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Control of breathing
Chapter 8: Origin of Species
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Types of Selection, including sexual selection
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Genetic Drift
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Bottleneck Effect and Founder Effect
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Hardy-Weinberg Principle
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Definition of Species
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Modes of Speciation
~ Feb 10 – Feb 20 (7 classes; 21 hours)
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Lung capacity
Respiratory disorders
Chapter 11: The Circulatory System
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Open and closed systems
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Composition of Blood
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Blood vessels: arteries, veins and capillaries
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Parts of the heart
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Blood pressure and the cardiac cycle
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Coronary heart disease
UNIT 5: PLANTS – ANATOMY, GROWTH, AND FUNCTION
Chapter 12: The Importance of Plants
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Basic tissue types of vascular plants
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Monocot and dicot plants
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Basic needs of plants
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Structure and function of leaves
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Human uses of leaves
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Structure and function of stems
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Structure and function of roots
Alleles: Dominant and Recessive
Punnet Squares: Mono-hybrid, dihybrid and test-cross
Incomplete dominance and co-dominance
ABO blood type system
Pedigree charts
Sex-linkage
Multi-factorial inheritance
Genetic disorders
~ Feb 1 – Feb 9 (7 classes; 21 hours)
UNIT 4: ANIMALS – STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION
Chapter 9: Nutrition and the Digestive System
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Carbohydrates, fats and proteins
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Physical and chemical digestion
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Parts & function of the digestive system
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Structure of the alimentary canal
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Digestive system disorders
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Nausea, vomiting and diarrhea
Kingdom Protista
~ Feb 17 – Feb 27 (5 classes; 15 hours)
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Transport of water and sugars in vascular plants
Chapter 13: Succession, Reproduction, and Sustainability
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Asexual reproduction in seed plants
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Sexual reproduction in seed plants
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Primary and secondary growth
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Plant growth regulators
ASSESSMENT, EVALUATION & REPORTING:
The final report card mark will be determined as follows:
Term Work 70%
Unit Tests, Lab Reports, Assignments
Summative Activity 10% (Feb 28 – Mar 2)
Final Exam 20% (Mar 3, 2016)
(2 hour exam within a 3 hour time slot)
Ongoing assessment will occur to allow students the opportunity to be successful. Students will be evaluated in four categories of
the achievement chart and 4 levels. Quizzes and small assignments are possible forms of assessment. Tests, major assignments,
presentations etc. are possible forms of evaluation.
Categories of the Achievement Chart
Knowledge & Understanding:
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Knowledge of facts & terms
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Understanding of concepts &
relationships
Thinking, Inquiry & Problem Solving:
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Critical thinking skills
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Creative thinking skills
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Inquiry skills
Communication:
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Communication of ideas and
information
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Use of symbols & visuals
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Oral & written communication
Application:
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Applications in familiar contexts
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Transfer of concepts to new
contexts
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Making logical conclusions and
predictions
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Use of technology
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Making connections
Weight
30%
25%
Level 1
50-59%
Limited
display of
knowledge,
skills and
ability to apply
concepts
Level 2
60-69%
Some success
in displaying
knowledge,
skills and
application of
concepts
Level 3
70-79%
Considerable
display of
knowledge,
skills and
ability to apply
concepts
Level 4
80-100%
Thorough
understanding
of concepts
and ability to
communicate,
think
creatively and
apply concepts
25%
20%
In addition, the following learning skills will be evaluated throughout the course and represented on the Provincial Report Card:
Responsibility, Organization, Independent Work, Collaboration, Initiative and Self-Regulation and will be conducted
through the use of a rubric indicating specific criteria to be achieved to receive each of the following letter grades:
E – Excellent
G – Good
S – Satisfactory
N – Need Improvement
OTHER EVALUATION ISSUES
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Incomplete Assignments: Assignments will be graded according to the extent which they meet the criteria established
in the rubric or evaluation structure.
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Missed Tests: Tests/quizzes missed with a legitimate reason will be written within a few days of the student returning
from the absence. Student eligibility to write the test and the date of writing will be at the discretion of the teacher in
consultation with the principal.
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Culminating Activities: These activities will be due toward the end of the course. It is valued at 10 % of the final mark
and will reflect course material and competencies not otherwise reflected on the final exam.
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Academic Misconduct: Plagiarism in any form reflects academic dishonesty and will result in a mark of zero for the
assignment in question. A note will be placed in your file and disciplinary action will be taken.
GENERAL CLASS EXPECTATIONS:
You are expected to come to class: properly equipped with pen (or pencil), paper, your textbook, and laptop with homework or
assignments complete EVERYDAY.
CLASS RULES:
1. NO CELL PHONES in class!!! If you are caught using them your teacher will keep it.
2. Do not speak while others are speaking (teacher and fellow classmates).
3. Do not leave the class without permission.
HOMEWORK POLICY
Homework is assigned daily and in quantities that the teacher deems most effective in helping students prepare to meet the overall
expectations of the course. While homework is not directly calculated as part of the mark, there is a strong positive correlation between
completion of homework and success in the course. So do your homework and, of course, don’t forget to always check your answers
with the back of the book.