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2010-2011 Curriculum Night

2010-2011 Curriculum Night. Ms. Maggie Chambers E-129/E-126. Welcome Parents!. BIOLOGY. A bit about me…. Bellingham, Wa Education Gonzaga University Bachelor of Science, Biology Western Washington University Master in Teaching Teaching Kolbe Cathedral High School, Bridgeport, CT

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2010-2011 Curriculum Night

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  1. 2010-2011 CurriculumNight Ms. Maggie Chambers E-129/E-126 Welcome Parents! BIOLOGY

  2. A bit about me… • Bellingham, Wa • Education • Gonzaga University • Bachelor of Science, Biology • Western Washington University • Master in Teaching • Teaching • Kolbe Cathedral High School, Bridgeport, CT • Hutch School, Seattle

  3. Teaching Philosophy Students deserve a science education that will help them transition successfully into scientifically literate citizens. Why is this important? Scientifically literate students have the ability to applyscientific knowledge, to evaluate and make valuable, evidence-based decisions about scientific issues in their daily life and as a member of their society. http://www.scottsdalecc.edu/green/get_involved.html

  4. Welcome to Biology! Rationale: This year-long course is designed to introduce students to the living aspects of the natural world and to the process of scientific investigation.

  5. Biology Course Syllabus Chemistry of Living Things Cells/ Cell Processes DNA/RNA Genetics Evolution Bacteria & Viruses Ecosystems & Ecology Human Systems

  6. How is Biology taught? In-class Investigations and Exploration Computer Models/Interactive Websites Microscopy Work Data Analysis Observations and Evidence! Summaries and Reflections Group Discussion Bioethics & Applied Science Issues

  7. How is Biology assessed? Tests, weekly quizzes, lab practicals Individual and group projects Lab reports Video focus questions Homework checks Class participation/ discussion Short class work assignments Use of rubrics, point values, etc. Semester exams

  8. Curriculum Teaching strategies applied in this class are designed to provide an enriching curriculum that reaches many levels of learners including higher-level learners, ESL, and those with special needs. Artifact for Portfolio will be included in the class

  9. What Does Your Student Need In Class? • Composition Book- Predictions, observations, analysis, reflections. Students use EVIDENCE from investigations to supplement their ideas. • Science Binder (or section)- Notes, handouts. • Leave books at home!

  10. Website www.chambersbiology.weebly.com (may also access through RHS website) • Calendar • Documents from class • Announcements *No password needed

  11. How to Be Successful in Biology • Biology covers a lot of material- success is very dependent on: • ASKING QUESTIONS • Obtaining help • Note-taking skills & review of lecture material (handouts/study guides) DAILY • Use of online or text resources to review • Review of lab material • Not missing class or lab days!! • Establishing an effective study group

  12. Class Routines… Warm-ups/homework stamps Lectures/Discussions/Collaborative Work/Labs Homework (30-45 min/daily on average) Projects/Tests/Quizzes

  13. Make-up Work /Late Work/Absentees Student responsibility Late work will not be accepted Check the website, agenda, peers. If a student is absent, she has the same number of days that she was absent to turn in missed work--this includes taking tests Labs are VERY DIFFICULT to make up…

  14. To help your child succeed… Urge students to be self-motivated Check the website Seek help Monitor grades online-Webgrader Check student agendas (planners) daily/weekly

  15. Contact Information *E-mail: mchambers@lwsd.org Phone: (425)936-1800 Find me on the RHS website!

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