Parents have the option of withdrawing their children from any or all topics included in the state-mandated Family Life Education portion. Students opting-out will be provided with alternative biology lessons. The use of technology is an integral part of the course. Many of the experiments use computers, simulation software, CD-ROM s, telecommunications, and probeware for the collection and analysis of data. Students are given the opportunity to acquire, manipulate and present data using these technologies.
Indicators correspond with the Virginia Standards of Learning for Biology.
All Virginia Standards of Learning for Biology are included in this course. VI.The Function and Interactions of Human Body Systems Course Content I.Scientific Investigation Benchmark Students will know and understand the components of experimental design. The Cell Benchmark Students investigate and understand that cells have particular structures that underlie their functions, that most cell functions involve chemical reactions, and that cells go through a cycle which includes the stages of mitosis. Distinguish between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, and compare the similarities and differences between unicellular and multicellular organisms. Describe and identify basic elements of the micro-structure of cells and their functions.