Biology
For Educators
Teachers can use the complete Plus course curriculum for flexible instruction.
Course Summary
Learn about living organisms and their role in the natural world. Students examine the processes and chemistry that give life to the world; topics include DNA, evolution, reproduction, taxonomy, genetics, environmental biology, and more. Improve analytical skills through interactive exercises while learning new scientific and algebraic concepts.
Course Prerequisite(s):
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Curriculum
This is a 2-semester course. We do not recommend taking both semesters simultaneously.
Unit 1: Introduction to Biology
- Studying Biology
- Chemistry of Living Things
Unit 2: The Cell
- Cell Theory and Organization
- Membranes and Transport
- Cell Division
- Cell Energetics
- Catabolic Pathways
Unit 3: Genetics
- DNA
- Genomes and Sexual Reproduction
- Inheritance, Genes and Chromosomes
- Biotechnology
Unit 4: Evolution, Taxonomy and Microorganisms
- Darwin and Evolution
- Origins of the Species
- Taxonomy and Classification
- Microorganisms
Unit 5: Plant Biology and the Fungi
- Fungi and Plant Evolution
- Plant Structure and Nutrition
- Plant Reproduction, Development and Control
Unit 6: Animal Biology
- Introduction to Animals
- Animal Systems I
- Animal Systems II
- Animal Systems III
Unit 7: Environmental Biology
- Ecology and Conservation