BIOL 100: Principles of Biology 2023-2024SQL
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Syllabus for BIOL 100: Principle****sofBiology
Correspondence
2023-2024
Course Description
Catalog Description
本课程介绍生物学领域共有的基础原理。其涵盖内容包括：生物学科的历史概述、其系统的科学方法、生命体的多样性、细胞结构与繁殖过程及其代谢过程。(Gen Ed: ST, GT-SC2)
Additional Descripti****on
Biology 100 is a one-term survey course, aimed at providing students who are non-science majors with fundamental knowledge in the basic principles and unifying concepts of biology. Students acquire an understanding of science, its nature as a process of inquiry, and through evolution’s explanation of Earth’s unified yet diverse biological life. The curriculum emphasizes common traits shared by all organisms (living beings) along with their distinctive traits.
Prerequisites
None.
Corequisites
None. Recommend co-enrollment in BIOL 100L.
Credit Hours and Expecte****d Student****Effort
The course minimum is 2,250 minutes per credit hour.
As a correspondence course focused on independent study, this class emphasizes self-directed learning. Students are expected to assume responsibility for their own academic progress. Instructors provide assistance, clarifications, and feedback as needed; however, the curriculum is structured to allow learners to autonomously engage with required materials such as textbooks and supplementary resources at a pace that aligns with their personal schedules.
Important Dates
Students are permitted to drop courses until 15% of the course duration has elapsed, provided that the record of the dropped course is absent from the student’s permanent academic record.
Upon withdrawing from a course prior to 75% completion, students are awarded an academic withdrawal grade, denoted as "W". Once 75% of the course duration is reached or exceeded, students are no longer allowed to withdraw. Course withdrawals during this period do not trigger any adjustments to tuition and related fees.
Important reminder: Withdrawal and drop dates may vary per course. Please contact ISSP staff for your exact withdrawal/drop dates. These exact withdrawal/drop dates are also available in your registration confirmation document.
Class****Schedule
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**Program Student Learning Outcomes (**SLOs)
Students will cultivate a comprehensive understanding and practical skills in the subject matter.
various methods and associated terminology within the domains of molecular, cellular, organismal, evolutionary, and ecological biology.
Students will showcase their critical thinking and problem-solving skills through the use of experimental design and the scientific method.
This course is designed to establish clear Learning Goals and Student Learning Outcomes through effective Instructional Methods.
Students are expected to acquire a comprehensive understanding of fundamental concepts and key terminology within the field of biology, alongside foundational knowledge in the associated field of chemistry.
Student Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, students will:
• Explain the process of scientific inquiry (The Scientific Method).
Investigate and evaluate the fundamental principles of biology (e.g., cell structures, evolutionary processes, ecological relationships).
• Distinguish between science and non-science/pseudoscience.
• Examine and analyze the core concepts of genetics and cell biology.
Analyze the underlying principles of the evolutionary mechanisms and processes, as well as their transformations.
• Describe the diversity of life through review of the five kingdoms.
General Education SLOs
• SLO 2: Quantitative Reasoning
Employ numerical, symbolic, and geometrical methods to create mathematical models or analyze/solve quantitative issues.
• SLO 3: Inquiry & Analysis
Explore issues, objects, or works by means of collecting and analyzing evidence, which leads to reasoned conclusions or judgments. By dissecting complex topics or issues into component parts, one can enhance their comprehension.
• SLO 5: Critical Thinking
Systematic investigation into topics, thoughts, objects, and incidents prior to deciding upon or finalizing a judgment or decision.
• SLO 7: Information Literacy
意识到何时需要信息，并能够识别、定位、评估以及有效地且负责任地使用和分享相关信息来解决问题。
• SLO 9: Problem Solving
Formulate, assess, and put into practice an approach aimed at addressing open-ended inquiries or attaining objectives.
GT Pathways Designation****and SLOs
GT-SC2 This BIOL 100 course fulfills the GT Pathways Requirements for natural and physical sciences
Colorado Commission on Higher Education has recently authorized BIOL 100's inclusion within the GT Pathways program under the GT-SC2 classification. Transferring students must achieve a minimum C- grade to successfully complete their credits and ensure both transfer eligibility and credit applicability within this GT Pathways category. For additional details about the GT Pathways program, please visit
http://highered.colorado.gov/Academics/Transfers/gtPathways/curriculum.html.
This designation confirms the following Content Criteria and Competencies are satisfied in this course.
GT-SC2 NATURAL & PHYSICAL SCIENCES CON****TENT CRITERIA:
The Natural and Physical Sciences courses aim to enhance the student's understanding of scientific principles and concepts.
Students should be able to:
a. Develop foundational knowledge in specific field(s) of science.
b. Develop an understanding of the nature and process of science.
c. Demonstrate the ability to use scientific methodologies.
d. Examine quantitative approaches to study natural phenomena.
GTSC2 NATURAL & PHYSI****CAL SCIENCES
COMPETENCIES AND STUDENT LEARNING****OUTCOMES:
Inquiry** __ &______Analysis**** ____****Competency**
Inquiry represents a structured approach to systematically explore issues, objects, or works within the context of BIOL 100: Principles of Biology, which spans from 2023 to 2024. This course involves the systematic collection and analysis of evidence to formulate well-informed conclusions or judgments. Analysis refers to the methodical process of dissecting complex subjects or issues into constituent parts in order to enhance comprehension.
Student** __Learning Outcomes (SLOs 4, 5 &****6)**
Students should be able to:
4. Select or Develop** __a Design __****Process**
Identify or create elements from the methodology/theoretical framework as tools to address challenges within the field.
5. Analyze and Interp** ret Evidence**
Analyze evidence to assess distinctive features, variations and correspondences in terms of their shortcomings and potential outcomes associated with the focus.
b. Utilize multiple representations to interpret the data.
6. Draw Conclusions
State a conclusion based on findings.
Quantitative Literac** y Competency**
The possession of quantitative literacy competency signifies a student's capacity to utilize quantifiable data and mathematical analysis to establish meaningful connections and derive reasoned conclusions. Students possessing robust quantitative literacy capabilities not only comprehend but also proficiently construct complex arguments grounded in empirical evidence, effectively articulating their viewpoints through diverse means such as textual descriptions, tabular formats, graphical representations, mathematical formulations, etc.
Student** __Learning __Outcomes (SLOs 1**** __****& 2)**
Students should be able to:
Analyze and Interpret Mathematical Data : Provide clear explanations for information presented in various mathematical representations such as equations, graphs, diagrams, tables, and textual descriptions.
Represent Information: Transform data into different mathematical representations such as equations, graphs, diagrams, tables or words.
Required Textbook(s) and Other Mat****erials
Your electronic textbook, based on OpenStax's Concepts of Biology with ISBN 1-938168-09-7, is accessible for free. A hard copy can be purchased at an affordable price. Additionally, the paperback version has an ISBN of 1506696538. The hardcopy textbook can be accessed within our Blackboard classroom or downloaded from the provided URL.
Course Requirements
本节简要介绍了课程的基本要求。详细安排表位于课程大纲的末尾。它涵盖了具体主题以及学生预期的努力程度，并且明确了作业评分标准。
Please contact the staff of the Independent Study Program for your exact dates and course completion deadline.
Assignments
Exams, Quizzes, and Proj****ects
Each exam and assignment is assigned a point value, meaning your final grade is determined as a percentage of the total possible points (see "Grading" section below). The exams in this course do not require supervision.
| 4 Exams @ 100 points each | 400 points |
|---|---|
| Final Exam | 100 points |
| Short Writing Assignment | 10 points |
| 10 Problem Sets @ 10 points each | 100 points |
| Total | 610 points |
Use of Technology
(This section does not apply to print-based students.)
Students may require access to materials outside of textbooks on the Blackboard platform.
Information for Print-Based Stu****dents
All the materials you need will be provided.
Handwritten materials that you submit must be legible.
Print-based students are expected to actively engage with prescribed textbooks and academic outlines. Additionally, supplementary materials will also be included in print format.
• Exams
• Tutorials
• Problem sets
Attendance**/**Participation
Owing to the nature of correspondence courses, attendance is unnecessary. Participation will be evaluated based on investments and efforts demonstrated through course requirements.
Grading
This course employs a points-based grading system, which assigns point values to each assignment and exam. To compute your current grade total at any time, follow this equation.
To calculate your grade percentage, divide the total points earned divided by the total points available at that time, then multiplied to obtain your grade percentage.
To calculate your grade percentage, divide the total points earned divided by the total points available at that time, then multiplied to obtain your grade percentage.
The final grade is calculated by summing all the points earned and then using that total to compute a percentage score out of 610. A letter grade is assigned based on the following criteria.
A = 90% - 100% B = 80% - 90% C = 70% - 80% D = 60% - 70% F < 60%
Non-integer grades are subject to rounding and will be rounded to the nearest integer (as demonstrated by an example where 89.5 rounds up to 90%, while an unrounded score of 89 would result in a final grade of 89).