Class Syllabus: Biology 101

Course Meeting Times:	Class is self-paced and available 24 hours a day

Course Description

Biology 101 is an excellent learning resource for the college or pre-college student. This logical and easy to understand class is divided into self-paced lessons, complimented with well-written text, diagrams, pictures, critical-thinking assignments and end of lesson review exams. This course is a wonderful, stand-alone resource covering all concepts in biology, and can also be used as a comprehensive review or a personalized tutor.

Join today! And let's discover the wonderful world of biology together--from the structure and function of the cell to the complexities of current ecological issues. Additional topics include: Chemistry Fundamentals, Cell Biology, Classic and Molecular Genetics, Origin and Principles of Evolution, Plant Form and Function, Animal Form and Function, and Ecology.

Course Requirements

This course does not require any previous medical background. Any aged learner (above the age of 13) is welcome.

This online course contains 12 easy to read lessons which can be completed at own pace (access to course upon enrollment will be available for up to 6 months)

Course Goals

-Define and understand the importance of the study of Biology
- Understand the History of Biology
- Chemistry Involved in the study of Biology which include matter, atoms, the Bohr Model, the Periodic Table, Macromolecules, Metabolism, etc.
- Cell Biology: structure of living organisms, positions on the food chain, the flow of the ecosystem, and the process of the cell cycle.
- Classic Genetics: history of the study of Genetics from the studies of Charles Darwin to the controversies surrounding cloning
- Molecular Genetics: break down the genetic code and understand how genetics occurs; the important roles molecular geneticists play covering such topics as: obtaining DNA for Analysis, cell culture, isolating DNA, etc.
- Principles of Evolution: The facts- theories- and controversies surrounding 'Evolution'. Topics will include what biologist really think, the studies of Darwin, natural selection, and the contemporary beliefs on Evolution. - Plant Diversity and Reproduction: the classification systems and plant reproduction. plant cells and tissue types, plant transport, various plant activities, lifecycles, and biotechnology and plants
- Animal Diversity: classifications, definitions, and animal phylumâ€™s, nutrition, respiration, circulation, excretion, homeostasis, coordination of the chemical, nervous systems, mobility and reproduction
- Ecology: contemporary ecological issues, world population facts, ecosystems and Biomes, and Conservation Biology

Course Materials

All course material is made available within this online course.

Grading Policy

Each lesson is followed by a end of the lesson multiple choice and T/F Quiz (each worth around 20-25 pts.) Some of the lessons will also be followed by an assignment based on lesson facts and opinions expressed.

70% or higher will be required in order to complete this course.

Course Outline

Lesson 1: Introduction to Biology
Lesson 2: The Chemistry Involved
Lesson 3: The Biology of Cells
Lesson 4: Classic Genetics
Lesson 5: Molecular Genetics
Lesson 6: Principles of Evolution
Lesson 7: The Origin of Evolution and Life: Human Evolution and the Diversity of Life
Lesson 8: Plant Diversity and Reproduction
Lesson 9: Plant Form and Function
Lesson 10: Animal Diversity
Lesson 11: Animal Form and Function
Lesson 12: Ecology

Recommended Books

Although there are no Required books for this course, these Recommended books may be used for further study:

1. Biology Made Simple (Paperback) Booklink to Biology Made Simple

2. Biology the Easy Way (Easy Way Series) (Paperback)

Booklink to Biology The Easy Way

3. A Dictionary of Biology (Oxford Paperback Reference) (Paperback)

Booklink to Biology Dictionary

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