Biology Course Overview

In Biology, students conduct field and laboratory investigations, use scientific methods during investigations, and make informed decisions using critical-thinking and scientific problem-solving.  Students in Biology study a variety of topics that include: structures and functions of cells and viruses; growth and development of organisms; cells, tissues, and organs; [DNA] and genetics; biological evolution; taxonomy; metabolism and energy transfers in living organisms; living systems; homeostasis; ecosystems; and plants and the environment. (Excerpt from TEA_TEKS).

Rubrics & Reviews 

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DNA Model Project Rubric - Due 11/5th & 6th
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Worksheets & Webquests

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Biology Documents

biology_syllabus_09-10.doc
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Nature of Science & Safety
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Ecology
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Units of Life & the Instructions: Cells & DNA
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Cell Organelles
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Biology Resources

 3D Cell Model
A tour of the cell
Cells – A virtual tour
Cell Tour
BioCoach - Cells                              
Biology for Kids 
Biology Online Study Site  
DNA - Human Genome Project video  
DNA – Click on Insider’s View of Genetic Research
DNA From the Beginning
DNA Interactives
DNA Structure & Function
DNA Timeline
DNA - Tour of the Basics – What is DNA? animation
DNA – Virtual Lab
Land Biomes
Learn about Ecology (biome information!)
Habitats via National Geographic                             Hippocampus (Biology information - includes interactive videos)                                            
Human Body                                                          Journey to Planet Earth
JourneyintoDNA – Flash player required!
National Geographic Kids
Red Gold - The Story of Blood                      The Nation's Zoo                                      
Windows to the Universe (Earth, Life, Space) Available in Spanish!