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Standards |
Goals |
General Topics |
Learner Objectives |
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Standard 1:
Nature of Science
Students exercise the basic tenets of scientific investigation, make
accurate observations, exercise critical thinking skills, apply proper
scientific instruments of investigation and measurement tools, and
communicate results in problem solving. Students evaluate the validity of
information by utilizing the tools of scientific thinking and
investigation. Students summarize their findings by creating lab reports
using technical writing including graphs, charts, and diagrams to
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Goal 1.1:
Understand Systems, Order, and Organization
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Molecules
Organic Compounds
Carbon Bonding
Chemical Reactions
Enzyme activity
Water chemistry
Cells
Tissues
Organs
Organ systems
Homeostasis
Living vs. nonliving
Classification
Phylogeny
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9-10.B.1.1.1
Explain the
scientific meaning of system, order, and organization.
9-10.B.1.1.2
Apply the
concepts of order
and organization
to a given system.
*Distinguish
between the living
and non living.
*Understand that
behavior
influences
growth,
development,
maintenance and
reproduction
*Distinguish
between
homeostasis and
metabolism and
between growth,
development and
reproduction.
*Understand that
organisms’
behavior will
change with
internal and
external stimuli.
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Goal 1.2:Understand Concepts & Processes
of Evidence, Models & Explanations
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- Experimentation
- Data collection
- Developing models
- Problem solving
- Analysis
- Using logic
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9-10.B.1.2.1
Use observations and
data as evidence on which to base scientific
explanations.
9-10.B.1.2.2
Develop models to
explain concepts or
Systems.
910.B.1.2.3
Develop scientific explanations
based on knowledge, logic and analysis.
*summarize how observations are used to form
hypotheses.
*List the elements of a controlled experiment.
*Describe how scientists use data use data to draw
conclusions.
*Compare a scientific hypothesis and a scientific
theory.
* State how communication in science helps prevent
dishonesty and bias.
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Goal 1.3: Understand Constancy, Change,
and Measurement
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- Metric measurement
- Lab skills
- Microscope Use
- Quantitative observations
- Qualitative observations
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9-10.B.1.3.1
Measure changes that
can occur in
and among systems.
9-10.B.1.3.2
Analyze changes that
can occur in and among systems.
9-10.B.1.3.3
Measure and calculate using the metric
system.
*Describe the function
of microscope parts
*Describe the importance
of the metric system
*Use metric measurement
in laboratory practices |
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Goal 1.4:
Understand the Theory that Evolution is a
Process that Relates to the Gradual Changes in the Universe and of
Equilibrium as a Physical State
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Reference to 7.S.3.2.1
(a probable error on the state standards
document)
*Understand how equilibrium relates to the process of
evolution.
*Summarize why evolution is an important theme in
biology.
*Compare gradualism and punctuated equilibrium
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Goal 1.5:
UnderstandConcepts of Form and Function |
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No Objectives in
Biology
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Goal 1.6: Understand Scientific Inquiry
and Develop Critical Thinking Skills
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- Observing
- Classifying and sequencing
- Communicating
- Measuring
- Predicting
- Hypothesizing
- Inferring
- Defining, controlling, and manipulating variables
in experimentation
- Designing, constructing and interpreting models
- Interpreting, analyzing and evaluating data
- Presentations
- Discussions
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9-10.B.1.6.1
Identify questions
and concepts that
guide scientific
investigations.
9-10.B.1.6.2
Utilize the
components
of scientific
problem solving to
design, conduct,
and communicate
results of
investigations.
9-10.B.1.6.3
Use appropriate
technology and
mathematics to make
investigations.
9-10.B.1.6.4
Formulate scientific
explanations
and models using logic and evidence.
9-10.B.1.6.5
Analyze alternative
explanations and
models.
9-10.B.1.6.6
Communicate and
defend a scientific
argument.
9-10.B.1.6.7
Explain the
differences among
observations,
hypotheses, and
theories.
*Apply the scientific method as a dynamic process (no
fixed step sequence)
*Apply experiment results to scientific arguments &
explanations
*Communicate student ideas & work to classmates
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Goal 1.7: Understand That Interpersonal
Relationships Are Important in Scientific Endeavors
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No
Objectives in Biology
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Goal 1.8:
Understand Technical Communication
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- Internet research methods
- Computer preparation of charts and graphs.
- Use of measurement Units
- Research paper
- Science Magazine Summaries
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9-10.B.1.8.1
Analyze technical
writing, graphs,
charts, and diagrams
*Use appropriate metric measurement units in charts
and graphs
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Standard 2:
Physical Science
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No
goals or objectives in Biology.
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Standard 3:
Biology
Students explain the importance of cells
as they relate to the organization and structure of complex organisms,
differentiation and specialization during development, and the chemical
reactions necessary to sustain life. Students describe the functions of
cell structures. Students use the theory of evolution to explain
diversity of life.
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Goal 3.1:
Understand
The Theory of
Biological
Evolution |
- Natural selection
- Allele frequency
- Co-evolution
- Convergent vs. Divergent
- Fossil evidence
- Gradualism & Punctuated Equilibrium
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9-10.B.3.1.1
Use the theory of
evolution to explain
how species change
over time.
9-10.B.3.1.2
Explain how
evolution is the consequence of interactions among the potential of a
species to increase its numbers,
genetic variability,
a finite supply of
resources, and the
selection by the
environment of
those offspring
better able to survive and reproduce.
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Goal 3.2: Understand the Relationship
between Matter and Energy in Living Systems
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- Diffusion
- Osmosis
- Photosynthesis
- Cellular respiration
- Synthesis of organic molecules
- Ecologic
- interdependence
- Energy transfer/flow
- Trophic levels
- Biogeochemical cycles
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9-10.B.3.2.1
Explain how matter
tends toward more
Disorganized states
(entropy).
9-10.B.3.2.2
Explain how
organisms use the continuous input
of energy and matter
to maintain their chemical and physical organization.
9-10.B.3.2.3
Show how the energy
for life is primarily derived from the sun through photosynthesis.
9-10.B.3.2.4
Describe cellular
respiration and the
synthesis of
macromolecules.
9-10.B.3.2.5 Show how
matter cycles and energy flows through the different levels of
organization of living systems (cells, organs, organisms, communities) and
their environment.
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Goal 3.3: Understand the Cell is the
Basis of Form and Function for All Living Things
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Cell theory
- Cell organelles & functions
- Cell types
- Cell processes
- Levels of organization
- Photosynthesis
- Cellular respiration
- Cell reproduction/mitosis & meiosis
- Genetics
- Gene expression
- Inheritance
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9-10.B.3.3.1
Identify the
particular
structures that
underlie the
cellular
functions.
9-10.B.3.3.2
Explain cell
functions
involving
chemical
reactions.
9-10.B.3.3.3
Explain how
cells use
DNA to store
and use
information for
cell functions.
9-10.B.3.3.4
Explain how selective expression of genes
can produce specialized cells from a single cell.
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Standard 4:
Earth and Space Systems
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No
goals or objectives in Biology.
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Standard 5:
Personal and Social Perspectives; Technology
Students understand that science and
technology interact and impact both society and the environment. Students
describe issues such as water and air quality, hazardous waste, renewable
and nonrenewable resources.
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Goal 5.1:Understand
Common
Environmental
Quality Issues, Both
Natural and Human
Induced
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- Pollution
- Extinctions
- Use of resources
- Habitat protection
- Ecosystem protection laws
- Case studies
- Agricultural practices
- Forest management
- The role of the individual in the environment
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9-10.B.5.1.1
Analyze environmental issues such as
water and air quality, hazardous waste, forest health, and agricultural
production.
*Explain the functions of the ozone layer and
greenhouse effect
*Summarize ways of measuring biodiversity.
*Discuss the value of biodiversity.
*Describe the consequences of pollution.
*Identify primary causes of extinctions.
*Explain why extinctions & ecosystem disruptions are
of concern to individuals. |
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Goal 5.2: Understand the Relationship
between Science and Technology
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Biotechnology
Technology in the prevention & treatment of disease
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9-10.B.5.2.1
Explain how science
advances technology.
9-10.B.5.2.2
Explain how
technology
advances science.
9-10.B.5.2.3
Explain how science
and technology are pursued for different purposes.
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Goal 5.3: Understand the Importance of
Natural Resources and the Need to Manage and Conserve Them
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- Natural resources
- Resource management
- Conservation
- Laws for protecting the environment
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9-10.B.5.3.1
Describe the difference
between renewable and
nonrenewable
resources
*State the goals of conservation and restoration
biology.
*Describe examples of efforts to protect species and
habitats.
* Discuss roles of governments & laws in addressing
environmental problems. |