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BI 101 15 OBJECTIVES AND ASSESSMENTS Week Activity # Any Any Lecture (will be introduced) 1 Introduction Lecture (Thursday) Week “0” 9/24 & 9/25 2 3 4 5 Flowers Activity 6 7 8 Online Readings (How Science Works, Honey Bee Health) 9 10 11 Biodiversity and Classification Lecture 12 13 14 15 Food Webs Lecture 16 17 18 1 19 20 Lichens Recitation 21 22 23 24 Fruits & Seeds Laboratory 25 26 Objective Describe a current biology news story that was introduced in lecture. List the branches of science and representative fields of study. Provide the general characteristics of science. Correctly order the levels of biological hierarchy and define population, community, and ecosystem. Identify flower structures and match those structures to specific functions. Contrast characteristics of flowers pollinated by wind with those pollinated by animals. Describe the classification, life cycle, and significance of honey bees. Draw and label a flower, and a microscopic view of pollen. Describe how the idea of a single “scientific method” can be misleading, and what is meant by the real process of science being iterative and not pre-determined. Define “CCD,” explain why honey bees are important, the extent of U.S. honey bee losses, and the four categories of possible causes of CCD. Describe early ideas of classification, including the scientific contributions of Carl Linnaeus. Outline the impact of the microscope and genetic techniques on changing classification. Explain what biodiversity is and provide the approximate number of identified and unidentified species. Describe how plants are classified, providing examples of plant families. Outline the process of photosynthesis, including examples of organisms that are capable of photosynthesis. Explain how producers, consumers, and decomposers acquire energy. Explain how producers, consumers, and decomposers acquire energy. Explore the role of oak trees in food webs. Match Domains and Kingdoms with their basic characteristics. Describe the processes of photosynthesis and respiration in relationship to lichens. Given a lichen specimen, image, or description, classify the lichen and describe its basic structure. Explain how water and pollutants, including acid rain, impact lichens. Identify, draw, and label lichen organisms viewed with a microscope. Describe basic seed anatomy and the steps of seed germination. Provide examples of economically important seeds. Discuss the various ways seeds and fruits can be dispersed away from their parent plant, and provide specific examples of each form of dispersal. 157 Primary Assessment Any Exam Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Portfolio #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Portfolio #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 27 28 Online Readings (Domains, Lichens) 29 30 31 Community Interactions Lecture 32 33 34 Decomposition and Nutrient Cycling Lecture 35 36 37 2 Species Interactions Recitation 38 39 40 41 42 Plant Anatomy Laboratory 43 44 45 Online Readings (Species Interactions, Carnivorous Plants) Resources and Sustainability Lecture 46 47 48 49 50 51 3 Atmosphere and Air Pollution Lecture 52 53 54 Gardens and Soil Organisms Recitation 55 Classify fruits based on their basic structural characteristics, and provide specific examples of different fruit types. Observe, describe, and research a fruit, seed, vegetable, herb, or spice that you have not previously eaten. Discuss how the classification of organisms has changed, including the names of the current three Domains. Describe how the organisms that make up a lichen benefit from the relationship, their varied shapes, and human uses. Explain why competition occurs and how it impacts species. Provide examples of the exploitative relationships of predation and herbivory. Identify examples of symbiosis, parasitism, mutualism, and commensalism, between organisms of different species. Identify the roles of scavengers, detritivores, and decomposers in nutrient cycling. Provide the basic bacterial shapes, habitats, and forms of energy acquisition. Describe the role of fungi in food webs and how they are classified based on reproductive strategies. Identify and classify types of animal interactions. Describe characteristics of ants, including structures, life cycles, and relationships with other species. Observe and describe a variety of symbiotic relationships between organisms Observe ants and generate a descriptive and detailed journal entry. Explain how plants are taxonomically classified. Describe the basic structures and functions of plant cells, leaves, stems, and roots. Give examples of plant adaptations to pests and environmental conditions. Explore various human uses of plants. Convert a leaf specimen into an educational card to teach a basic biological concept. Describe the different types of competition, provide examples of predation and herbivory, and detail the three types of symbiosis. Provide examples of carnivorous plants, how they trap and dissolve their prey, and why they are threatened. Identify the basic resources utilized by humans, including materials and energy. Explain the science-based principles of sustainability. Describe how humans impact nutrient cycling and energy flow, including the concept of ecological footprints. Provide information on the composition of Earth’s atmosphere. Link air pollutants to acid precipitation and ozone depletion, including impacts on organisms. Describe the greenhouse effect, including the relationship between atmospheric gases and climate. Explore predictions of the impacts of climate change. Describe steps that can be taken to attract various wildlife species to a garden, including providing water, food plants, shelter, and nesting sites. 158 Exam #1 Portfolio #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Portfolio #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Portfolio #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 56 57 58 59 60 61 Trees Laboratory 62 63 64 Online Readings (Soil Food Web, Climate) 65 66 67 Climate and Biomes Lecture 68 69 70 Polar and Tundra Lecture 71 72 73 4 74 Biomes Recitation 75 76 77 78 79 Mammals Laboratory 80 81 82 List beneficial animals that can be found in garden food webs, including the roles they play. Provide detailed information on the anatomy and behaviors of earthworms and slugs. Discuss characteristics of bacteria and fungi. Write possible exam questions over concepts covered in this activity. Discuss the characteristics used to classify and identify trees. Describe the anatomy of tree stems (trunks or limbs) of various tree species and the mechanics of tree reproduction and growth. Examine features of pine trees, including life cycles and strategies for survival. List human uses of trees and wood products, as well as the role of trees in habitats. Synthesize information on plant classification from different parts of the course. Describe soil organisms, what they eat, the role of organic matter, where organisms are found in the soil, and when they are active. Explain the significance of the “greenhouse effect,” list the greenhouse gases, the possible impacts of climate change, the role of human activity, and solar irradiance. Describe how latitude, altitude, and topography (East vs. West, North vs. South) can impact climate and biomes. Describe the environmental conditions of mountainous habitats. Explain seasonal changes and provide examples of seasonal impacts on organisms. Describe the climate and representative organisms of polar regions. Explore the tundra, including location, climate, and organisms. Indicate how organisms in Kingdom Animalia are classified, including the classes of vertebrates. Investigate the relationship between climate and vegetation using different sources of data, including graphs, maps, and data tables. Examine how topography influences climate and vegetation in Oregon. Describe how physical characteristics impact the patterns seen in biomes. Link plant adaptations to various environmental conditions. Analyze exam results to improve learning and performance on future exams. Provide detailed information about beaver structures and behaviors. Discuss the ways mammals are classified. Compare and contrast bones, teeth, claws, hair, tracks, and scat from different mammals. Describe characteristics of rodents, carnivorans, and ungulates. Take detailed notes about beaver behaviors, diet, and habitat. 159 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Portfolio #2 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #1 Portfolio #2 Exam #1 Exam #1 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Portfolio #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Portfolio #2 83 Online Readings (Tundra, Beavers) 84 85 86 Forests Lecture 87 88 89 Grasslands Lecture 5 Campus Conifers Recitation 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 Birds Laboratory 97 98 99 Online Readings (California Condors, Grasslands) 100 101 102 Deserts & Microhabitats Lecture 103 104 105 6 Extreme Habitats Lecture 106 107 108 109 Desert Species Recitation 110 111 List key characteristics and organisms of the arctic tundra and alpine tundra. Describe characteristics of beavers, including: classification, location, structure, specific diet, life cycle, and role in succession. Provide information on the climate and characteristic organisms of the taiga boreal forests. Compare and contrast temperate deciduous and coniferous forests. Compare tropical rainforest characteristics to other forest ecosystems. Discuss forest issues, including deforestation, erosion, and fires. List characteristics of grass plants. Provide locations of various temperate grassland ecosystems. Describe tropical grasslands and chaparral habitats. Identify persistent and emerging land use issues. Use leaf characteristics to distinguish between different types of coniferous trees (pine, fir, spruce, false cedar, and sequoia). Make detailed field notes on the leaves, identities, and other characteristics of campus conifers. Classify birds and compare birds to other animal species. Explore how characteristics like tracks, scat, castings, and field marks can be used to distinguish between bird species. Explain the significance of bird anatomical structures, including; bones, muscles, and feathers. Provide examples of variation in eggs, nests, beaks, and talons. Make detailed bird field journal entries, including photos or drawings, written information, and identification. Explain why California condors almost went extinct, the number they declined to, and why they are recovering. Give the locations and types of grasslands, as well as common organisms, and the impacts of rainfall, fires, and human use. Describe the climate and types of global deserts. List representative organisms and climate characteristics of North American deserts. Define “niche” and relate the importance of location and microhabitats to organism survival. Explain the science process steps used to investigate cave species. Provide examples of life in extreme habitats, including hot springs, hydrothermal vents, and Antarctic lakes. Provide characteristics of organisms in Domain Archaea. Describe areas of active inquiry in the field of astrobiology. Describe characteristics and provide examples of reptiles, including turtles, crocodilians, lizards, and snakes. Discuss classification, structures, and functions of arachnids, including scorpions and spiders. Provide characteristics and examples of succulent desert plants. 160 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Portfolio #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Portfolio #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 112 113 Insects Laboratory 114 115 116 Online Readings (Deserts, WhiteNose Syndrome) 117 118 119 Wetlands & Water Issues Lecture (Thursday) 120 121 122 7 Pond Life Activity 123 124 Online Readings (Plankton, Finley NWR) 125 126 127 Lakes, Streams, and Estuaries Lecture 128 129 130 131 8 Ocean Dynamics Lecture 132 133 134 Marine Producers Recitation 135 136 137 138 Review and list different student research experiences at OSU. Classify insects and provide examples of the major taxonomic groups. Label various insect structures and discuss how they relate to insect survival. Describe variations in insect life cycles. Take notes on a research presentation, and formulate written questions over the material. Define the characteristics of a desert, including the North American deserts, the types of water present, and how deserts form. Describe what WNS is, how it impacts bats, and why this may be significant to agriculture. Explain how wetlands are unique ecosystems with varied functions. Discuss the impact of succession and disturbance on habitats. Describe human water use and current issues, including pollution. Describe characteristics of microscopic and macroscopic protozoan and animal invertebrate consumers. Provide descriptions of microscopic photosynthetic freshwater organisms, including algae and plants. Observe, sketch, and identify freshwater organisms from a local pond. Describe plankton, including examples of phytoplankton and zooplankton, the difference between holoplankton and meroplankton, and various organisms that make up marine plankton. List the types of habitats found within the Finley national wildlife refuge. Explain how photosynthesis and respiration ratios in streams change from small streams to middle-sized and large rivers. Distinguish between different types of lakes, including how humans can alter lake classification and species. Describe the significance of estuary ecosystems. Characterize the protist species commonly found in aquatic habitats. List the different types of marine plankton that form the foundation of ocean food webs. Describe the role of currents in nutrient cycling, including the impact of El Niño/La Niña events on organisms. Explain key oceanic issues that have the potential to have ecosystem and economic impact. Using satellite data, describe primary productivity in marine ecosystems, including the impact of upwelling during El Niño and La Niña events. Provide examples of phytoplankton. Discuss the impacts of temperature and ocean acidification on food webs based on phytoplankton. List characteristics of macroscopic marine algae. Reflect on the four general characteristics of science: knowledge, inquiry, connections, and community. 161 Portfolio #3 Exam #2 Exam #2 Exam #2 Portfolio #3 Exam #2 Exam #2 Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Portfolio #3 Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Portfolio #3 139 Marine Invertebrate Animals 140 141 142 Online Readings (Wolves, Eutrophication) 143 144 145 Coral Reefs and Shores Lecture 146 147 9 148 Online readings (Zooxanthellae, Nudibranchs) 149 150 151 Populations Lecture 152 153 154 Conservation Biology Lecture 155 156 157 10 Marine Vertebrates Recitation 158 159 Local Habitats Laboratory 160 161 162 Online Readings (Salmon, E.O. Wilson) 163 164 Describe characteristics of organisms in different invertebrate phyla, including the sponges, cnidarians, echinoderms, mollusks, annelids, and arthropods. Provide examples of animals representing each of the different invertebrate phyla covered in this lab. Identify various marine invertebrates by common name and phylum. Observe, sketch, and identify marine invertebrate animals in a coral display tank. Explain how reintroduction of wolves in Yellowstone park can change rivers, an example of trophic cascade. Explain the causes and effects of natural and humaninduced lake eutrophication. Explore the physical characteristics and food webs of coral reefs, including key organisms. Describe a near shore environment and the impact of nutrients and light on organisms. Explain how organisms survive in the extreme conditions of tidal zones. Give examples of keystone species in marine habitats. Describe the relationship between zooxanthellae and their coral hosts Discuss nudibranch characteristics, including classification, habitat, defenses against predators, coloration, senses, and human uses. Using a population size chart, describe carrying capacity and impacts on populations. Use population size charts to show impacts of community interactions. Examine factors that impact the size of the human population. Consider the potential value of species and habitat biodiversity. Outline threats to species, including examples of endangered species. Describe solutions that are being used to maintain species and habitats. Utilize a game to describe the basic salmon life stages, and many of the impacts on salmon survival. Discuss the characteristics of vertebrate animals, including specifics on the bony fish, sharks, rays, pinnipeds, and cetaceans. Describe the characteristics of, and key species in, five different Willamette Valley habitats. Identify and discuss general characteristics and human uses of mosses, ferns, grasses, sedges, rushes, horsetails, and cattails. Identify and discuss the characteristics of macroscopic freshwater plants. Describe amphibian and fish vertebrates found in freshwater ecosystems. Provide details of the salmon life cycle from eggs to spawning adults. List the ways E.O. Wilson suggests species and ecosystems are significant. 162 Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Portfolio #3 Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam Final Exam 163