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Biology Common Core WHST.11-12.2 resources
AP Biology Course (updated to the 2019-2020 curriculum) (Distance Learning)
The enclosed materials will provide you with an AP Biology course that has been time tested in my classroom. Appropriate revisions and additions have been made to the materials to conform to the changes in the 2019-2020 AP Biology curriculum. The PowerPoints and diverse collection of learning materials contain more than 1050 pages of materials and over 1,350 PowerPoint slides. Most of the materials are fully editable to meet your specific course requirements. Many of these materials may a
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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Energy Sources Environmental Science Sustainability Research Project
This research project involves proposing the best and worst energy source that can be chosen for a new power plant in an imaginary city. Students are given information on the city, such as geographical and climate data. This project suggests students choose from the following energy sources: biomass (municipal solid waste), biomass (wood residue/waste), coal, geothermal, hydroelectric, natural gas, nuclear, oil, solar, or wind. Here is the introduction to the scenario - "The imaginary city of In
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9th - 12th
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HS-LS2-7
, HS-ESS3-2
Psychology Brain & Nervous System Case Studies & Questions
These 3 case studies illustrate the fragile & complex nature of the human brain:Phineas GageRamon y Cajal's ArtChemicals at HomeWith these 3 case studies, 7 critical thinking questions are included that go over all 3 cases. This is the perfect introduction or review activity for psychology students.
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10th - 12th
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Psychology: Split Brain Theory ~ Informational Text Critical Thinking Activity
This is a polished, graphic, new, single page 2013 PDF for critical thinking analysis of a 1998 article in Scientific American on the arguments and science behind left vs. right brain or brain lateralization. The question set could be addressed individually by students, in small collaborative groups, or as a whole group Q and A discussion to inspire problem-solving and critical thinking on a timely, hot topic in contemporary Psych/brain studies.
I have found this to be a highly thought-provokin
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Gene Regulation/Expression/Mutations Learning Activities for AP Bio (Dist Learn)
This package of learning materials addresses topics taught in AP Biology or other upper level biology classes on aspects of gene regulation, gene expression and mutations. Some of the specific topics addressed include HOX genes, embryonic induction, inducible and repressible operons, control of gene expression, errors in meiosis and types of mutations in reference to natural selection. The specific learning objectives and standards are addressed at the end of the package description. This uni
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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Population Genetics/Speciation Learning Activities for AP Bio (Dist Learning)
This zip file contains many different activities (36 pages of student handouts and 3 PowerPoints with a total of 61 slides) which can be used to compose a unit for AP Biology or advanced Biology students involving the Topics of Population Genetics and Patterns of Evolution. Some topics addressed in this unit include a discussion of the Hardy-Weinberg Theorem theoretically and mathematically, genetic drift, gene flow, bottleneck effect, allopatric speciation, sympatric speciation, convergent evo
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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Aspects of Biotechnology Learning Activities for AP Biology (Distance Learning)
This zip file contains different activities (48 pages of student handouts and a PowerPoint with a total of (68 slides) which can be used to compose a unit for AP Biology or advanced Biology students on Aspects of Biotechnology. Portions of this unit would be suitable in a forensic class as well. Concepts discussed and evaluated include the concepts of restriction enzymes and their use, electrophoresis, RFLP, PCR, Southern Blotting, microarrays, cloning, genetic engineering, gene therapy and man
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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Macromolecules Anchor Chart EOC Review
Use for EOC review, test review, or direct instruction!This scaffolded anchor chart covers the basics of the 4 major categories of macromolecules (carbs, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids) including elements contained in each, functions, structures, monomers, polymers, images, and examples of condensation & hydrolysis reactions.FL NGSS Standards: SC.912.P.8.12 Describe the properties of the carbon atom that make the diversity of carbon compounds possible.SC.912.L.18.1 Describe the basic mole
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
NGSS:
HS-LS1-6
Photosynthesis Learning Package for AP Biology (Distance Learning)
This package of learning materials addresses topics taught in AP Biology or other upper level biology classes on the topic of photosynthesis. Some of the topics addressed pertaining to photosynthesis include an overview of photosynthesis, evolution of photosynthesis, chlorophylls and accessory pigments, leaf cross sectional structures and their role in photosynthesis, light independent reactions (photosystems II and I), the light dependent reactions, photorespiration and C-4/CAM metabolism. The
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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Feedback Mechanisms Activity with Key Homeostasis NGSS HS-LS1-2&3
This scaffolded review activity can support students in being able to demonstrate knowledge about how body systems interact together to maintain homeostasis and keep us alive. It is a creative activity that culminates with students creating their own diagram and receiving peer or teacher feedback with the included rubric.
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7th - 12th
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Biodiversity and Aspects of Behavior Learning Activities for AP Bio (Dist Learn)
This package of learning materials addresses topics taught in AP Biology or other upper level biology classes on the topics of Biodiversity, Threats to Biodiversity and Environmental Responses.. Some of the topics addressed pertaining to these topics include plant defenses against herbivory, animal communication, invasive species, regional and global threats to biodiversity, as well as many other topics. The specific learning objectives and standards are addressed at the end of the package descr
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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Skeletal System Bundle
This bundle is perfect for teaching the anatomy and physiology of the skeletal system. There are two PowerPoints with associated activities that support two weeks worth of teaching and learning. The lessons are NGSS aligned. There are two quizzes to test student comprehension of the rigorous material. Included: 2 100+ slide PowerPoints, 10 warm-ups, 5 activities (Blood Calcium Card Sort, Skeletal Disease Handout, Fracture Analysis, Osteoporosis Reading, and Movement and Joints Graphic Organizer)
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8th - 12th
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Cell Respiration/Thermoregulation Learning Activities for AP Bio (Dist Learning)
This package of learning materials addresses topics taught in AP Biology or other upper level biology classes on the topic of cellular respiration and introduction to aspects of thermoregulation. Some of the topics addressed pertaining to cellular respiration include glycolysis, transition reaction, Krebs cycle, electron transport chain/chemiosmosis, control of oxidative phosphorylation, efficiency of cell respiration, lactic acid and ethyl alcohol fermentation. Thermoregulation topics address
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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Biology Summary Writing Packet (54 Total Topics)
Summary Template worksheet to be used after a topic has been coveredBrainstorming/Preparation/Notes work area includedSummary: A brief explanation of a topic in your own wordsFour Steps to writing a good summary are:1. Read or Watch about the topic2. Make a list of key points3. Write about the topic in your own words4. Edit and Cut what is not needed5.Write your SummaryTopics: The CellCell Cycle and DivisionNucleusRibosomesMitochondriaChloroplastsProteinsEnzymesHuman BodyBrainNervous SystemDiges
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Not Grade Specific
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Writing Reflections with GMOs in Our Food Activity, with Rubric
Achieve excellence in the new common core standards by increasing your students' ability to read, research, cite sources, and write efficiently with references using reflective (or argument) writing assignments. In addition to that, help your student's become critical thinkers by having students not only analyze a topic, but also what different authors are saying about it, and how this affects their understanding and learning. The reflective writing assignment can very easily be modified into a
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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RNA and Protein Synthesis Learning Activities for AP Biology (Distance Learning)
This zip file contains different activities (27 pages of student handouts and a PowerPoint with a total of (37 slides) which can be used to compose a unit for AP Biology or advanced Biology students on RNA Structure and Protein Synthesis. Concepts discussed and evaluated include discussion of mRNA, tRNA, rRNA as well as the concepts of transcription and translation. The Beadle and Tatum hypothesis and specifics regarding the process of protein synthesis are presented. RNA processing is also di
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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Writing Reflections, with 4 Sample Lessons, Rubrics Included
Achieve excellence in the new common core standards by increasing your students' ability to read, research, cite sources, and write efficiently with references using reflective (or argument) writing assignments. In addition to that, help your student's become critical thinkers by having students not only analyze a topic, but also what different authors are saying about it, and how this affects their understanding and learning. The reflective writing assignment can very easily be modified into a
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Macromolecules Review Sheet
Macromolecules Review Sheet - Dehydration, Hydrolysis, Monomer, Polymer Terms Explained - One Page Review Sheet includes - Carbohydrates: Monosaccharides, Disaccharides, Polysaccharides - Lipids: SAturated - Unsaturated Fatty Acids, Phospholipids, Steroids, Glycerol- Proteins: Primary, Secondary, Tertiary, Quaternary Structures of Polypeptides - Nucleic Acids: DNA- RNA and Nucleotides Shortly Explained
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8th - 12th
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NGSS:
HS-LS1-2
, HS-LS1-6
Psychology: Collaborative Scientific Experiment (Critical Thinking Activity)
This is a brand new, graphic and detailed 2013 PDF printable critical thinking and collaboration activity in a Psychology and/or Biology classroom. With this activity, students are provided step-by-step critical thinking questions with which they will create a scientific experiment to attempt establishing a causal relationship on paper only in your classroom. The objective here is to determine whether students are understanding the process by which psychologists create experiments to test hypoth
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Writing Reflections with "Food Lab" Biomolecule/O Chem Activity, with Rubric
Achieve excellence in the new common core standards by increasing your students' ability to read, research, cite sources, and write efficiently with references using reflective (or argument) writing assignments. In addition to that, help your student's become critical thinkers by having students not only analyze a topic, but also what different authors are saying about it, and how this affects their understanding and learning. The reflective writing assignment can very easily be modified into a
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Complete Lab Report Guide for Standard Level Science Classes
Help your students to really evaluate their lab work while promoting learning using the Science and Engineering Practices in the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) as well as the Writing Standards for Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science and Technical Subjects (WHST) AND LIMITING THE AMOUNT OF TIME IT TAKES YOU TO GRADE IT!
This package includes everything you need to get your students on track with their lab report writing and keep them improving all year. Check out my bundle on
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6th - 12th
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Writing Reflections with Hominid Evoluion Reflection Assignment, with Rubric
Achieve excellence in the new common core standards by increasing your students' ability to read, research, cite sources, and write efficiently with references using reflective (or argument) writing assignments. In addition to that, help your student's become critical thinkers by having students not only analyze a topic, but also what different authors are saying about it, and how this affects their understanding and learning. The reflective writing assignment can very easily be modified into a
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Nervous System Learning Activities AP Biology (Distance Learning)
This package of learning materials addresses topics taught in AP Biology or other upper level biology classes. Some of the topics addressed include structure of the neuron, types of functional neurons, inhibitory and excitatory synapses, synaptic transmission, the action potential, an overview of brain structure and evolution, as well as other nervous structure and function topics. Specific objectives addressed in the activity are listed below, along with the NGSS and Common Core standards.
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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Writing Reflections with DNA for Idenification Purposes Activity, with Rubric
Achieve excellence in the new common core standards by increasing your students' ability to read, research, cite sources, and write efficiently with references using reflective (or argument) writing assignments. In addition to that, help your student's become critical thinkers by having students not only analyze a topic, but also what different authors are saying about it, and how this affects their understanding and learning. The reflective writing assignment can very easily be modified into a
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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