Microscopes
Agenda:
1.) Lab Mini Quiz
2.) Microscope Lab
Friday, January 31, 2014
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
Thurs. Jan. 30th
Micorscopes
Agenda:
1.) Warm Up #2
2.) Microscope Notes/ Review
3.) Pre-lab for Microscope Lab
Microscope lab protocol (skip pages 2-3)
Pre-lab set up:
Title
Objective: <summarize objectives from lab>
Materials: <list them>
Procedure: <write> " See lab Handout"
***Make sure you read procedure. You will be quizzed on it***
Data: <copy all questions and draw circles or leave room fro drawings>
Analysis <copy questions>
Agenda:
1.) Warm Up #2
2.) Microscope Notes/ Review
3.) Pre-lab for Microscope Lab
Microscope lab protocol (skip pages 2-3)
Pre-lab set up:
Title
Objective: <summarize objectives from lab>
Materials: <list them>
Procedure: <write> " See lab Handout"
***Make sure you read procedure. You will be quizzed on it***
Data: <copy all questions and draw circles or leave room fro drawings>
Analysis <copy questions>
Wed. Jan 29th
Meiosis Wrap -up
Agenda:
1.) HW/ Meiosis Quiz
2.) Review Meiosis
3.) Finish Meiosis activity
Homework:
Read Sec. 8.15 and draw the comparison chart (meiosis vs mitosis)
Agenda:
1.) HW/ Meiosis Quiz
2.) Review Meiosis
3.) Finish Meiosis activity
Homework:
Read Sec. 8.15 and draw the comparison chart (meiosis vs mitosis)
Tuesday, January 28, 2014
2nd Semester On-Going Extra Credit
This extra credit Assignment can be used at anytime throughout the semester. Credit will be given based on the quality of the work and will be added as a % to your lowest quiz score (from +10% to +100%).
For Example:
- an ok attempt will get you 10% added to your lowest current quiz score.
- an awesome attempt will have your grade raised to 100% on your lowest quiz score!
What you do
You have 2 choices:
1.) Find an article that discusses a current scientific finding that is directly related to what we are learning in class. If I can use the article as a warm up then you will get 100%.
2.) Create a review video for one of the topics we learn in class. If I can use the video as a review before the exam on that topic then you will get 100%. This project can be done with multiple people in multiple classes. Example Video
Tues. Jan 28th
Agenda:
1.) Warm Up #1/ HW Check
2.) Meiosis Review Activity
Homework:
Read Sec. 8.20 & 8.21
- Answer the following questions about what you read:
1.) What causes Down Syndrome?
2.) What is nondisjunction (best in your own words so you understand it better)
1.) Warm Up #1/ HW Check
2.) Meiosis Review Activity
Homework:
Read Sec. 8.20 & 8.21
- Answer the following questions about what you read:
1.) What causes Down Syndrome?
2.) What is nondisjunction (best in your own words so you understand it better)
Monday, January 27, 2014
Mon. Jan 27th
Meiosis!!
Agenda:
1.) New unit = NEW seats
2.) Meiosis Notes
3.) Classwork: pg 140 --> Draw the steps in meiosis. Make sure you label each step (name, parts)
Homework:
Pg 131
Copy drawing of " eukaryotic cell cycle"
Read text and write down what is happening in each phase seen in the picture.
Agenda:
1.) New unit = NEW seats
2.) Meiosis Notes
3.) Classwork: pg 140 --> Draw the steps in meiosis. Make sure you label each step (name, parts)
Homework:
Pg 131
Copy drawing of " eukaryotic cell cycle"
Read text and write down what is happening in each phase seen in the picture.
Tuesday, January 21, 2014
Finals Review Games Finals review Questions
Char. of Life Games!
Genetics Games!
Macromolecule Games!
Review Q. Spreadsheet
- Add a + next to the questions you need help with. If there is already a + you do not need to add one
Friday, January 17, 2014
Semester 1 Finals
1.) How do humans and rose bushes exhibit the common characteristics of life? Make sure to explain all the characteristics of life in your answer.
2.) An electromagnet can be made by wrapping insulated wire around an iron nail and connecting the ends of the wire to a 6-volt battery. By Increasing the number of coils of wire wrapped around the nail you can increase the strength of the electromagnet. This is measured by the number of paper clips the magnet can pick up. In an essay create a hypothesis, identify the independent and dependent variables and create and set up a graph (the data you use on the graph can be made up but must make sense to the experiment).
3.) The four groups of macromolecules are carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids, and proteins. Which of these groups are polymers and which are not? Explain your answer.
4.) A pea plant with yellow seeds was crossed with a plant with green seeds. The children of this cross produced plants with yellow seeds. Explain why green seeds reappeared when the second generation (yellow seeds) are crossed.
5.) How does transcription differ from DNA replication? Describe at least four differences.
6.) Explain why the father of a girl who is colorblind must also be colorblind.
7.) Explain how the chemical components of a nucleotide give DNA a structure that allows it to hold itself together and yet come apart for replication.
8.) How does the right to patent genetic material and genetic engineering techniques both help and hinder scientific progress in understanding the human genome?
Tuesday, January 14, 2014
Semester 1 Study Guide
Thursday and Friday you will be given time in class to work on this study guide. You may print it out and begin working early.
Study Guide
Study Guide
Monday, January 13, 2014
Week of Jan 13th
Here's a look at whats happening this week:
Mon: Presentations
Tues/ Wed: Quiz, NB check, Finish presentations
Thurs: Study Guide Work Time
Fri: Study Guide Work Time and Questions
Mon: Presentations
Tues/ Wed: Quiz, NB check, Finish presentations
Thurs: Study Guide Work Time
Fri: Study Guide Work Time and Questions
Life Science Summer Institute
2014 High School Student Research Program
High School Student
Internship program includes a one-week pre-internship “boot camp”
training at either Miramar or Grossmont College. Boot Camp is unpaid,
however, college credit is available to those who
qualify. Full-time science research internship is Monday-Friday at
$9.50/hr for 7 weeks.
Program dates: June 23-August 15, 2014
Boot camp dates: June 23-27, 2014
Application Deadline: April 4, 2014
This year, students have the option to complete a portion of their application online at:
For more program information, please visit: http://www.matsc.org/ or by email:
biotech@workforce.org
Friday, January 10, 2014
Biotech Quiz Information
The biotech unit will end on Tues/ Wed of next week with a Quiz. This quiz will be longer than usual because there is no exam for this unit but it will not include any written questions.
What you will need to Know:
- Background information on all the labs we did
- General topics that were covered by class discussions and labs
- General information about all topics discussed during the biotech project
Most of this information is also covered in chapter 12 of your textbook
Remember, you CANNOT use notes on Quizzes only exams
What you will need to Know:
- Background information on all the labs we did
- General topics that were covered by class discussions and labs
- General information about all topics discussed during the biotech project
Most of this information is also covered in chapter 12 of your textbook
Remember, you CANNOT use notes on Quizzes only exams
Friday, January 3, 2014
Week of Jan. 6th
This week we will be concentrating on wrapping up the biotech unit with the biotech research project
Agenda:
Mon: Project introduction and Computer lab work time
Tues: Computer Lab Work Time
Wed: Work Time (Per 2 & 5 comp lab)
Thurs: Start Presentations
Fri: Presentations
Mon: Finish Presentations
The Biotech Research Project is designed so that you can learn more about some interesting ans controversial topics. The following is a list of possible research topics:
1. Genetically Engineering Food
2. Ownership of your own DNA/ Copyrighting genes
3. Designer Babies
4. Cloning Humans/ or Parts of Humans
5. Transgenic Pets/ Animals
6. Synthetic Life/ Synthetic Biology
7. Personal Gene Sequencing/ Use of DNA Sequences
8. Bioprospecting
Links to class sign up sheet:
Per 2
Per 3
Per 4
Per 5
The project is to be completed with your lab group and your group with be broken into two teams ( a pro-side and a con-side) Each side will be given 5 minutes to present their information using either a prezi or powerpoint presentation and must turn in a typed outline with sources of their argument (what you will say/ present). There is no limit on the size of the outline. It should contain the information you will discuss with the class - all 5 minutes of it. You will turn in 1 pro and 1 con outline. The project has 3 parts:
Part 1: Pro Debate (5 min presentation & typed outline)
The Pro- debate section consists of an informational outline (turned in to Mrs. Spendlove) and a presentation to the class. This presentation should be factual (no made up information or hearsay) and should be persuasive to show all of the good sides about your topic. You must provide real evidence about your topic. Remember you are trying to provide the class with information so that they will be able to make an educated decision that will lead to a debate/ discussion later. You want them to take the pro-side!
Part 2: Con Debate (5 min presentation & typed outline)
The Con- debate section consists of an informational outline (turned in to Mrs. Spendlove) and a presentation to the class. This presentation should be factual (no made up information or hearsay) and should be persuasive to show all of the negative sides about your topic. You must provide real evidence about your topic. Remember you are trying to provide the class with information so that they will be able to make an educated decision that will lead to a debate/ discussion later. You want the class to side with you!
Part 3: Open floor class discussion (5 min)
You will now lead the class in a discussion about your topics. It may be helpful to start with a class vote then ask them to explain why they chose the pro or con side. your job is to control the discussion and not let things get too off topic. Remember to correct any misconceptions that may arise (you're going to need to be an expert). At the end of the debate the class will be given a secret ballot in which they will vote which side was the most persuasive. These team members will receive 2 extra points towards their project grade.
Example Outlines:
Help! I can't fill 5 minutes!!
Worried about filling 5 minutes? Here are some helpful hints.
1.) Don't forget its 5 minutes TOTAL (Per pro /con) Not 5 minutes per person talking
2.) Take some time to really explain what your topic is. Define it, explain it with diagrams. remember a pro-explanation might emphasize different things than a con-explanation.
3.) Really discuss why you are for or against something. Don't just say its bad...explain why.
4.) Use videos (keepvid.com can help you download utube videos)
5.) Use stories or real world examples to help support your point
6.) Discuss current laws about your topic (if any)
How to turn in your PowerPoint (or other presentation)
*1st please save your name and period as part of the title for the file
1.) Log on to GoogleDocs
2.) Save your presentation (Red Underlined Arrow Button)
3.) Share it with me by clicking blue "share" button and adding my email (LSpendlove@gmail.com) to the invite people space.
If you are doing a prezi
1.) Create a google doc with a link to your prezi. Upload it to google docs (Red Underlined Arrow Button)
2.) Share it with me by clicking blue "share" button and adding my email (LSpendlove@gmail.com) to the invite people space.
If you are doing a video
1.) Upload it to googledocs (Red Underlined Arrow Button)
2.) Share it with me by clicking blue "share" button and adding my email (LSpendlove@gmail.com) to the invite people space.
Outlines should be printed out and turned in on Thursday in class
You will know i have your work when I reply to your email.
All presentations are due by 7:30 on Thursday Morning!!
Agenda:
Mon: Project introduction and Computer lab work time
Tues: Computer Lab Work Time
Wed: Work Time (Per 2 & 5 comp lab)
Thurs: Start Presentations
Fri: Presentations
Mon: Finish Presentations
The Biotech Research Project is designed so that you can learn more about some interesting ans controversial topics. The following is a list of possible research topics:
1. Genetically Engineering Food
2. Ownership of your own DNA/ Copyrighting genes
3. Designer Babies
4. Cloning Humans/ or Parts of Humans
5. Transgenic Pets/ Animals
6. Synthetic Life/ Synthetic Biology
7. Personal Gene Sequencing/ Use of DNA Sequences
8. Bioprospecting
Links to class sign up sheet:
Per 2
Per 3
Per 4
Per 5
The project is to be completed with your lab group and your group with be broken into two teams ( a pro-side and a con-side) Each side will be given 5 minutes to present their information using either a prezi or powerpoint presentation and must turn in a typed outline with sources of their argument (what you will say/ present). There is no limit on the size of the outline. It should contain the information you will discuss with the class - all 5 minutes of it. You will turn in 1 pro and 1 con outline. The project has 3 parts:
Part 1: Pro Debate (5 min presentation & typed outline)
The Pro- debate section consists of an informational outline (turned in to Mrs. Spendlove) and a presentation to the class. This presentation should be factual (no made up information or hearsay) and should be persuasive to show all of the good sides about your topic. You must provide real evidence about your topic. Remember you are trying to provide the class with information so that they will be able to make an educated decision that will lead to a debate/ discussion later. You want them to take the pro-side!
Part 2: Con Debate (5 min presentation & typed outline)
The Con- debate section consists of an informational outline (turned in to Mrs. Spendlove) and a presentation to the class. This presentation should be factual (no made up information or hearsay) and should be persuasive to show all of the negative sides about your topic. You must provide real evidence about your topic. Remember you are trying to provide the class with information so that they will be able to make an educated decision that will lead to a debate/ discussion later. You want the class to side with you!
Part 3: Open floor class discussion (5 min)
You will now lead the class in a discussion about your topics. It may be helpful to start with a class vote then ask them to explain why they chose the pro or con side. your job is to control the discussion and not let things get too off topic. Remember to correct any misconceptions that may arise (you're going to need to be an expert). At the end of the debate the class will be given a secret ballot in which they will vote which side was the most persuasive. These team members will receive 2 extra points towards their project grade.
Example Outlines:
Help! I can't fill 5 minutes!!
Worried about filling 5 minutes? Here are some helpful hints.
1.) Don't forget its 5 minutes TOTAL (Per pro /con) Not 5 minutes per person talking
2.) Take some time to really explain what your topic is. Define it, explain it with diagrams. remember a pro-explanation might emphasize different things than a con-explanation.
3.) Really discuss why you are for or against something. Don't just say its bad...explain why.
4.) Use videos (keepvid.com can help you download utube videos)
5.) Use stories or real world examples to help support your point
6.) Discuss current laws about your topic (if any)
How to turn in your PowerPoint (or other presentation)
*1st please save your name and period as part of the title for the file
1.) Log on to GoogleDocs
2.) Save your presentation (Red Underlined Arrow Button)
3.) Share it with me by clicking blue "share" button and adding my email (LSpendlove@gmail.com) to the invite people space.
If you are doing a prezi
1.) Create a google doc with a link to your prezi. Upload it to google docs (Red Underlined Arrow Button)
2.) Share it with me by clicking blue "share" button and adding my email (LSpendlove@gmail.com) to the invite people space.
If you are doing a video
1.) Upload it to googledocs (Red Underlined Arrow Button)
2.) Share it with me by clicking blue "share" button and adding my email (LSpendlove@gmail.com) to the invite people space.
Outlines should be printed out and turned in on Thursday in class
You will know i have your work when I reply to your email.
All presentations are due by 7:30 on Thursday Morning!!
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