Biology II
Course Focus
Apply the following for each content standard.
BIO2.1
Identify SDA Christian principles and values in correlation with science.
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Recognize God's power as Designer, Creator, Sustainer, and Redeemer in the universe.
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| BIO2.1.2
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Acknowledge God as the Author of all scientific principles and laws regardless of man's interpretation.
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| BIO2.1.3
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Develop stewardship and service attitudes toward health, life, and earth's environment.
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| BIO2.1.4
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Apply Biblical principles of Christian morality, integrity, and ethical behavior to all aspects of life.
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| BIO2.1.5
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Equip students with Christian perspectives on scientific issues.
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Course Abilities
Apply the following to each content standard.
BIO2.2
Develop abilities in science.
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| BIO2.2.1
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Develop critical and creative thinking skills (analysis, evaluation, divergent questioning, modeling).
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| BIO2.2.2
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Understand and utilize the scientific method of problem solving.
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Utilize the principles and methodologies of cooperative learning.
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BIO2.3
Be able to apply science knowledge and skills to a variety of purposes.
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Recognize scientific principles and laws as tools to solve problems in everyday life.
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Apply the scientific method in analysis of controversial topics, e.g., cloning, global warming, stem cell research.
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Read, write, and interpret scientific documents (lab write-ups, journals, scientific publications).
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| BIO2.3.4
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Conduct research in the content area.
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Engage in various uses of technology.
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Course Content
Zoology, Embryology, Immunology, Microbiology, Botany (Understand, explore, analyze, apply.)
BIO2.4
Be able to understand major specialty areas of biology.
| BIO2.4.1
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Recognize God as the Designer and Creator of all life.
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Observe and model organisms representing the major groups of invertebrate and vertebrate animals.
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Describe the processes of gamete production, fertilization, and development.
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Identify the reactions, causes, and results of immune system function.
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| BIO2.4.5
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Understand the diversity, impact, and diseases of microorganisms.
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Exhibit an understanding of global conservation efforts.
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| BIO2.4.7
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Demonstrate understanding of simple and complex plant forms.
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BIO2.5
Be able to safely explore biology concepts.
| BIO2.5.1
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Manipulate invertebrate and vertebrate animals.
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Investigate the reproductive processes within organisms.
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Explore immune system disorders.
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Examine the role of microbes in epidemiology.
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Research the impact of plant life on the biosphere.
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BIO2.6
Be able to analyze biology concepts.
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Ascertain the increasing complexity from invertebrate to vertebrate animals.
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Compare embryological development of different organisms.
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Evaluate immune system responses at the cellular and molecular levels.
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Assess treatment methods and effectiveness in terms of microbial cause.
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Analyze the importance of plant life to human life.
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| BIO2.6.6
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Validate God as the Author of life, while studying major areas of Biology II.
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BIO2.7
Be able to apply the higher concepts of Biology II to life.
| BIO2.7.1
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Strengthen belief in God as Designer and Creator by applying the higher concepts of Biology II.
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| BIO2.7.2
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Utilize the concepts of Biology II to improve lifestyle choices.
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Apply the study of Biology II to ethical issues regarding life.
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