Honors/AP Biology

Meeting times for this course will be available in February, 2016. If you are interested in this course and have time constraints, please notify the instructor as soon as possible.

AP/Honors Biology builds on concepts of matter acquired in junior high or basic chemistry, covering more advanced concepts in, organic chemistry, the structure and components of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, cellular respiration and photosynthesis, genetics and heredity, evolution and speciation, comparative anatomy with an emphasis on human anatomy and physiology, plant structure, growth, and reproduction, and ecology. Students must complete five safety and skills checkout labs and 15 lab exercises to receive AP credit. Student who complete fewer labs than required for AP credit but satisfactorily complete all other work may receive honors credit for the course.

In 2013, the College Board revised requirements for the AP Biology course and exam preparation. This course has been updated and certified to meet or exceed all syllabus requirements, including lab work, for AP Biology. Students completing this course satisfactorily will be prepared to take the SAT II and/or AP Biology examinations

This course is taught using the Scholars Online Chat software, which allows the teacher to embed graphics, mathematical equations, and movies in the chat session, with complete logging available for the entire year. Audio software is not used to allow students with limited internet access to participate fully, and to encourage precise thinking and writing skills.

Course Website: Honors/AP Biology

Sections and Teachers

Section 1:

Instructor: Christe McMenomy

Starts: September 6, 2016
Ends: June 2, 2017

Monday 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM ET • Thursday 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM ET • Friday 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM ET

Tuition: $600.00

Prerequisites

One year accelerated life science course at junior high level, Natural Science II. or basic high school biology.

Recommended background

Students should have completed a junior high school level course in life science that covers the description of a cell and its method of reproduction, concepts of classification of organisms, some evolution theory, and some human anatomy and physiology (i.e., human organ systems and their functions). We cover all of these topics in detail, and students have an easier time if they have been exposed to the basic concepts before starting this course. It is also useful to have some physical science experience, especially with the concepts of atoms, molecules, chemical reactions, and thermodynamics or heat energy to better understand our discussions of cell structure and functions.

Teacher's notes:

Attendance at three weekly sessions is required for all students. Two sessions will cover textbook materials and homework assignments. The third session will cover lab work and specific preparation for the AP examination in May, 2017.

Controversial topics such as evolution, reproductive controls, and genetic engineering require student maturity. For information about our approach to evolution, see the evolution page.

Textbooks and Materials

This item is required:

AP Biology Investigative Labs: An Inquiry-Based Approach Student Manual , Authors: The College Board

ISBN: None

Publisher's website: AP Biology Investigative Labs: An Inquiry-Based Approach Student Manual

Best sources: store.collegeboard.com/productdetail.do?Itemkey=110084587

Other information: Item #110084587

This item is required:

Biology: Concepts and Connections [Edition or Version: 7], Authors: Neil A. Campbell, Janet B. Reece, Lawrence G. Mitchell, Martha R. Taylor

ISBN: 0321696816

Publisher's website: Biology: Concepts and Connections

Best sources: Scholars Online Bookstore

Other information: An alternative format (3-hole looseleaf) that is somewhat cheaper is available and may be substituted (ISBN 0321783468). Students may not substitute editions (e.g., students may NOT use edition 6 for the 2013-2014 course).

This item is required:

Illustrated Guide to Home Biology Experiments [Edition or Version: 1], Authors: Robert B. Thompson, Barbara F. Thompson

ISBN: 1449396593

Publisher's website: Illustrated Guide to Home Biology Experiments

Best sources: Scholars Online Bookstore

Other information: Lab materials for the lab section of the course may be purchased from a number of places. However, the Home Scientist website also offers several kits to supplement this text.

This item is required:

Student Study Guide for Biology: Concepts and Connections [Edition or Version: 7], Authors: Liebert, Campbell, Reece, Taylor, Simon, Dickey

ISBN: 0321742583

Publisher's website: Student Study Guide for Biology: Concepts and Connections

Best sources: Scholars Online Bookstore

Other information: This book will be used for weekly assignments. No substitutions are allowed.

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