Objectives
This 18 hour private course covers the entire SAT II Biology content in addition to practice tests, out of class help, and strategies and tips for test-taking. The sessions mainly consist of interactive teaching of the course content which can be altered depending on the preexisting biology knowledge of the student. There will also be review of the practice tests and answering of any questions that arise. Students will complete a total of 8-12 practice tests totalling to 8-12 hours of test taking. The schedule is to meet twice a week for a total of eight weeks, but the time and dates are flexible and can be negotiated depending on personal preference.
Course Outline
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Topic
Lesson Description
01
Testing Formats, Introductions
Going over all the testing formats in detail (focus on SAT Subject Test and AP), introduction to the lesson plan, start on the first topic (cell biology) if time allows.
02
Cell Biology
Different types of cells, cell structure and functions, cell division, transport.
03
Molecular Biology
Basics of metabolism, water, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, enzymes, DNA/RNA.
04
Genetics
Genes, chromosomes, meiosis, inheritance.
05
Ecology and Conservation
Ecosystems, energy flow, carbon cycling, climate change, habitat.
06
Evolution
Natural selection, cladistics, biodiversity, gene pools, speciation.
07
Human Physiology
Blood, digestion, disease, gas exchange, neurons, hormones.
08
Plant Biology
Transportation, growth, reproduction, structure/functions.
09
Nucleic Acids
DNA, gene expression, transcription, translation.
10
Molecular
Metabolism, cellular respiration, photosynthesis.
11
Animal Physiology
Antibody, muscle movement, kidney, reproduction, osmoregulation.
12
Practice Test/Questions
Complete a few practice questions (MC and FRQ) and go over the answers, give additional resources.