• Biology Course Description

    Biology

    Biology is a laboratory-based course designed to introduce students to the science processes, skills, and understandings related to a wide range of biological topics. Topics covered will include the nature of scientific inquiry, cell biology, genetics, taxonomy, and ecology. During this course, students will learn to identify the basic questions and concepts that guide scientific investigation and to design and conduct their own investigations. Important skills to develop throughout this course include microscopy, graphing and measurement, identification of research questions, making connections, and the ability to be a self-directed learner.