Zoology
Scientific Method
and Habits of Mind
ZOOLOGY
Instructor – Robina Gallagher
E-mail: [email protected]
Help available before or after school – just ask!
ZOOLOGY COURSE OBJECTIVES
Students will demonstrate an understanding of Classification to the 6 kingdom level Study of animals Animal anatomy, physiology, development, histology, ecology,
behavior, and evolution Comparative anatomy and physiology-form and function Understanding all living things are interconnected. Humans are dependent on animal species for advances in
medicine, ecosystem maintenance, and food supply.
Students will develop laboratory skills including the use of compound and dissection microscopes.
Students will be able to read and understand the scientific literature.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE SUCCESS IN THIS COURSE…
Homework – every night! Even if no homework assigned, read over notes from the day.
SHORT TERM TO LONG TERM MEMORY
In our Classroom
1. Lecture (visual, auditory)
2. Notes (kinesthetic)
3. Worksheet/Activity/ Lab (visual, auditory, kinesthetic, many times cooperative feedback)
4. Study guide (visual, kinesthetic)
Your Responsibility – Minimum of two more times (should do three)
1. Review the day’s notes and complete any assignments
2. Off day, review the day’s notes, index cards, quizlet, etc.
3. Study for test
UNITS OF STUDY
• Nature of Life and Organisms
• Evolution
• Morphology & Physiology of organisms
(structure & function of organisms)
• Ecology related to the diversity of life
ATTENDANCE
Come to class!
Excused absences – 3 days. Missed work is located in the back of the room. Your responsibility to get materials.
Lab information will be on tests – find out what you missed!
SUPPLIES NEEDED
Large, 3 Ring – Notebook
Test Grade – organization and completion.
Do not throw anything away!
See attached rubric.
Blue/black pens, pencils, paper
ASSESSMENT
Formal tests: multiple choice/short answer/vocabulary
Informal tests: projects, lab reports, presentations
Quizzes: may or may not be announced
Final Exam: Year end exam…you will have a study guide
EXPECTATIONS
Be Responsible
Be Respectful
Be Ready
Academic Integrity
Solve Problems
Communicate
SCIENTIFIC HABITS OF MIND
Notes!
Scientific Habits of Mind • Honesty – Reporting your results, whether
good or bad.
• Openness – Willing to listen to others’ ideas.
• Curiosity – Asking questions, seeking
answers.
• Skepticism – Not believing everything you are
told; looking for evidence to support.
• Creativity – Finding new ways of solving
problems.
HOMEWORK TONIGHT – RETURN TOMORROW!
Parent Survey
WHO AM I?
Concept map – short phrases
Back Side – complete sentences