This course is designed to answer some of the fundamental questions in the life sciences such as: what is a living organism and how does it function within its environment? Students will learn how organisms interact with each other through predator/prey and symbiotic (mutualistic, commensalistic and parasitic) relationships. We will use an inquiry-based approach to discover and learn the key concepts that define the kingdoms of life.
Topics
Cells and their organization
Cellular Functions and Processes
Living vs. Non-living
Instructor: Julie Greene
Subject Area: Science
Classification of Life
Plants
Animals
In our study of these organisms and their survival, we will cover the following standards:
IV. Life Science Strand
A. Cells—The student will comprehend that all living things are composed of cells and the life processes in a cell are based on molecular interactions.
B. Diversity of Organisms—The student will classify, compare and contrast the diversity of organisms on Earth and their modes of attaining the requirements for life.
F. Flow of Matter and Energy—The student will describe and explain the cycling of
matter and flow of energy through an ecosystem’s living and non-living components.
