Monday 4/29/13

EQ: "What evidence is there of evolution?"

HOMEWORK:
- Complete first two pages of vocab terms by Wednesday
- Complete first two pages of Evidence of Evolution Lab by Wednesday

CLASS RECAP: Today students started class by playing "Evolution: Fact or Fiction?".  Students responded and debated over whether facts about evolution were true or false.  Then students reviewed the 16.3 & 16.4 homework.  Then students took notes on Evidence of Evolution on page 4 of their Evolution notes. 

Friday 4/26/13

EQ: "How is natural selection a mechanism of evolution?"

VOCAB:

HOMEWORK:
- Study Island assignment #2 due 4/29
- Read sections 16.3 & 16.4 and complete questions 16-20 & 20-24

 CLASS RECAP:
Today students took notes on the 4 ideas behind Darwin's theory of natural selection.   Students then acted out an activity that showed natural selection... involving the indigenous Cycloptos tootsierollous.  Students watched a video clip from Crash Course about natural selection and the class discussed the example of the pepper moth.  See the full clip below.

  

Thursday 4/25/13

EQ: "How did Darwin gather evidence for his theories of evolution?"

HOMEWORK:
- Study Island assignment #1 due Friday 4/26
- Study Island assignment "Cell Energy & Cell processes" #2 due Monday 4/29
- Read sections 16.3 & 16.4 from text.  Answer questions 16-20 & 25-28 on page 476

CLASS RECAP:
Today students took a final five from sections 16.1 & 16.2 in the book.  Then students took notes on Darwin's journey on the H.M.S Beagle.

Wednesday 4/24/13

EQ: "What is the difference between a theory and a law?"

VOCAB:

HOMEWORK:
- Read sections 16.1 & 16.2 - Final Five quiz on reading tomorrow.
- Study Island assignment "Biochem, Cells, Cell Processes RETAKE due 4/26
(if you are taking the test for the first time or retaking the test, you will need to go through the "RETAKE" version of this test.

 CLASS RECAP:
Today students started class by looking at the picture of the hatching ducks.

 

Then students finished making their dichotomous keys from yesterday.  When groups finished, they exchanged the keys with other groups to check their progression.

Students then participated in a four corners activity that helped differentiate between Law, Theory, Observation, and Inference.  This activity is great for the beginning of the unit of Evolution because we will be discussing several more controversial topics.  Students were reminded what a theory is and how it differs from a Law.  Students were told that they were going to be taught and responsible for knowing "Theory" behind this unit, but never definite laws.  

As always, if you have any questions about this unit, please feel free to come see Miss Styer or email her (estyer@yssd.org) to discuss it personally.   :)

Tuesday 4/23/13

EQ: "How do you use and make a dichotomous key?"

VOCAB:

HOMEWORK:
- Read sections 16.1 & 16.2 Final Five tomorrow on the reading.
- Study Island assignment "Biochem, Cells, and Cell Processes" due 4/26 * must get a passing grade (64 or higher)

CLASS RECAP:
Today students learned how to use a dichotomous key.  They used a dichotomous key to figure out the species in a Rocky Mountain ecosystem. (Worksheet- Rocky Mountain Organisms- dichotomous key)

Then students identified all the living species in our room.  They then started the first process of creating a dichotomous key of these organisms.

Monday 4/22/13

HAPPY EARTH DAY!!

HOMEWORK:
- Study Island assignment due 4/26

CLASS RECAP:
Today students started class by going over their Genetics tests.  Then students were able to learn about the 17 ducklings that were brought into class.  Pics to come soon!

STUDY ISLAND UPDATE

Hey bio students, please spread the word that study island is not letting you take the Biochem, Cells, and Cell processes test over again like I had mentioned in class.  I will be changing the grading protocol and extending the deadline.  Please attempt and do your best, but do not worry if it doesn't let you retake the quiz.  I will have more information for you tomorrow in class. 

If you have any individual concerns you can email me.  Thanks!

Miss Styer

Friday 4/19/13

Genetics Test Day

 HOMEWORK:
- Study Island assignment due 4/22
- WEAR NEON FOR EARTH DAY ON MONDAY!!!!

Thursday 2/18/13

EQ: What is genetic engineering?
VOCAB:
HOMEWORK:
- Genetics Test this Friday 4/19
- Study Island assignment due 4/22

CLASS RECAP:
Today students completed a Do First that reviewed DNA fingerprinting.  Then students reviewed the worksheet that was completed for homework last night.  Students then took notes on Genetic Engineering.  We finished the notes for sections: Cell Transformation and Cloning.

Students also watched two video clips:

This clip is about transgenic mice that contain a segment of DNA extracted from luminescent jellyfish.  The result is a strain of mice that can glow in the dark.

Then students watched the following clip about Dolly the sheep- the first cloned mammal via nuclear transfer.

GENETICS UNIT EXAM TOMORROW!

Wednesday 4/17/13

EQ: What is genetic engineering?

VOCAB: Selective breeding, hybridization, inbreeding, restriction enzymes, gel electrophoresis, DNA fingerprinting,  Recombinant DNA

HOMEWORK:
- Genetics Test this Friday 4/19
- Study Island assignment due 4/22
- DNA Fingerprinting worksheet

CLASS RECAP: Today students discussed what genetic engineering is.  Students discussed what they read in their 15.1 & 15.2 homework.  Then students finished watching "Cracking your Genetic Code".  Then students took notes on Selective breeding and DNA manipulation.  Students learned how to use DNA fingerprinting to solve a crime.  Students were assigned to complete a DNA fingerprinting worksheet for homework.

Tuesday 4/16/13

EQ: "How do you teach pedigree problems?"

VOCAB:

HOMEWORK:
- Genetics Test this Friday 4/19
- Read sections 15.1 & 15.2
- Study Island assignment due 4/22

CLASS RECAP:
Today students moved back into the groups they were in yesterday.  They broke down their assigned pedigree and Sex-linked problems and decided how to teach them to their home group.  Then students moved back into their home groups and taught the problems to the other students.

Monday 4/15/13

EQ: "How do pedigrees display inheritance?"

VOCAB:

HOMEWORK:
Study for Genetics Unit exam this Friday 4/15

CLASS RECAP:
Today students started class by reviewing the homework from over the weekend.  Then students completed the Visual Vocab activity.  Then students were assigned groups for tomorrows activity.

Friday 4/12/13

HOMEWORK:
- Read Sections 14.2 & 14.3.  Take notes.  Complete questions 1-15 on page 412.
- Genetics exam (pt1 and pt2) on Friday 4/19/13
- Keystone exams May 16 &17th

CLASS RECAP: Today students reviewed the Keystone exam schedule and learned that there will 5 review sessions before the exam days.  (see me for a paper explaining the dates)

Students then reviewed pedigrees and how to determine inheritance

Period 1 finished the "Cracking your Genetic Code" video.  If you missed it in class or you would like to show your family it is embedded below.

Watch Cracking Your Genetic Code on PBS. See more from NOVA.

TUESDAY 4/9/13 CLASSWORK ASSIGNMENTS!!!

Directions for TUESDAY April 9th 2013

*You will only have 20 min to work on the laptops today.  All other work becomes homework*

1) (If you have not already) Complete the "Genetic Disorders" worksheet.  You should be able to find the diseases by using the websites listed on the worksheet.  You may write this on another piece of paper if you run out of room.  This is due on Thursday 4/11/13.  If you work efficiently you should be able to finish this in class between today and half of the period tomorrow.  You will have a short (8 pt) quiz on these disorders when I return.  ...be ready :)



2) Complete the Pedigree Analysis packet.  Read, highlight and answer the questions on pages 7-9.  This packet is due Thursday 4/10/13


3) If you are finished, please log on to the online textbook and begin reading and taking notes on Sections 14.2 and 14.3 (this will be homework due later in the week/next week- you can get ahead by reading now)

3) Please pick one person from your period class to send me an email at esstyer@yssd.org.  In the email, please include:

• 1) Class period
• 2) A recap on how far the overall class got with today's assignments
• 3) Any problems or questions about the assignments.  

MONDAY 4/9/13 CLASSWORK ASSIGNMENTS!!!

Directions for MONDAY April 8th 2013

1) Complete the "Genetic Disorders" worksheet.  You should be able to find the diseases by using the websites listed on the worksheet.  You may write this on another piece of paper if you run out of room.  This is due on Thursday 4/11/13.  If you work efficiently you should be able to finish this in class between today and half of the period tomorrow.   You will have a short (8 pt) quiz on these disorders when I return.  ...be ready :)

2) If you finish early, you may begin your work on the Pedigree Analysis packet.  Read, highlight and answer the questions on pages 7-9.  This packet is due Thursday 4/10/13

3) Please pick one person from your period class to send me an email at esstyer@yssd.org.  In the email, please include:

• 1) Class period
• 2) How far the class got with the Genetic Disorders Assignment
• 3) Any problems or questions about the assignments. 

Friday 4/5/13

EQ:"How are sex-inked traits inherited?"

VOCAB: pedigree,  sex chromosome, autosome

HOMEWORK:
Period 2-9 Finish Worksheet "Genetics- X-linked traits"
Period 1 Finish Worksheet "Intro to Pedigrees"

CLASS RECAP:
Today students had their 14.1 homework checked.  Then we reviewed sex linked traits and learned about color blindness. Students started the worksheet "Genetics- X-linked traits". Some periods went on to start pedigrees. 

Thursday 4/4/13

EQ:"What role do chromosomes play in genetics?"

VOCAB: autosome, sex chromosomes

HOMEWORK:
- Complete reading section14.1 and 14.1 homework packet.

 CLASS RECAP: Today students started class with a review activity for Meiosis vs. Mitosis.  Students then reviewed their Genetics quiz from yesterday (except periods 2 & 7/8).  Students then reviewed the terminology for
Diploid vs. Haploid
Gamete vs. somatic
and crossing over and homologous chromosomes

Students received the packet for Part two of Genetics called "Human heredity and Biotechnology"  Students then learned sex chromosomes and how there are sex-linked traits that are carried on the X and Y chromosome. 

Wednesday 4/3/13

EQ: none

HOMEWORK:
- Study and Define Vocab Terms 
- Read section 14.1 in text and complete packet 14.1 for homework

CLASS RECAP:
Today students had 10 min to ask questions about types of inheritance before the quiz.

Students took a 27pt quiz on types of inheritance and Mendelian genetics.

Students who are absent must arrange a time to make up the quiz in the TLC ASAP!

Tuesday 4/2/13

EQ: "How are sex cells made?"

VOCAB: meiosis, somatic cells, diploid cell, crossing over, gamete, haploid cell

HOMEWORK:
- Study and Define Vocab Terms
- Complete the "Punnett Practice" packet in preparation for tomorrows quiz
- Quiz tomorrow on Part one of genetics- Mendel and types of inheritance
- Period 2- Complete 1-14 questions on meiosis in notes.

CLASS RECAP:
Today students started with a Do First question about blood types.  Students then learned and took notes about meiosis.  Students then got into pairs to answer questions 1-14 on the bottom of their meiosis notes.

ANSWERS TO THE PUNNETT PRACTICE WORKSHEET WILL BE POSTED ON MY MOODLE PAGE.

Students in period 2, 7/8, and 9 took a blood type quiz.  

Monday 4/1/13

EQ: "How do we determine blood type?"

VOCAB:

HOMEWORK:
- Study and Define Vocab Terms
- Read sections 11.3 & 11.4 take notes on the sections (one page for each section)

CLASS RECAP:
Today students handed in their Vocab exercises that were due today.

Students received several graded homework and activities that are now in IC.

Students with missing work received a notification that they will have an Incomplete on their report card as this is the last day of the marking period.

Students reviewed the Blood Type worksheet that was homework over the weekend and we answered any questions about blood type.

Students then took a short quiz on blood types.

If time permitted, students were able to get up and look at other Central Dogma projects which had been submitted. 

ALL GRADED/MISSING WORK IS DUE TODAY BY 4PM to ROOM 169.  All missings become incompletes.  All incompletes turn into 35% if they are not submitted.