Biology

2012-2013 School Year
Full Year Course
Grade 9-10 Recommended
1 Science Credit
Tuesday

Course Tutor:
Emily Smith
emilyfayesmith@comcast.net
Course Description:
Please join us while we explore Gods creation. We will be studying the biological kingdoms, the chemistry of life, the cell and its reproduction, Mendelian genetics, the theory of evolution from a Christian viewpoint, as well as reptiles, birds and mammals.
There will be both a lecture and an experimental portion to the class. The students will do microscope work as well as some simple dissections. They will also learn to write proper laboratory reports.
Biology is a 1.5 hr. class lasting a full year and students are expected to do 1-1.5 hrs. of homework daily.
Course Prerequisites: None
Course Fees:
Lab Fee: $30.00 will be billed by Teenworks
Copy Fee: $10.00 payable to tutor the first day of class
Required Texts: Available to order in the Teenworks Resource Center
Exploring Creation with Biology 2nd Edition, Dr. Jay L. Wile, Apologia Ministries
Exploring Creation with Biology Solutions and Test Book, Dr. Jay L. Wile
Required Supplies:
2″ 3-ring binder
Set of 8-tab dividers
Lined paper
3×5 index cards