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Biology Syllabus
Sekolah Nasional Bertaraf Internasional
BIOLOGY SYLLABUSSEKOLAH NASIONAL BERTARAF INTERNASIONAL
Tim Penyusun:
Irma Amalia
Nurul Fadhilah
Temu Rahayu
DINAS PENDIDIKAN MENENGAH DAN TINGGIPROPINSI DKI JAKARTA
2007 / 2008
Biology Syllabus
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Grade XBiology Syllabus
Biology Syllabus
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I. CHARACTERISTICS AND CLASSIFICATION OF LIVING ORGANISMS
1. UNDERSTANDING BIOLOGY AS A SCIENCE
Aims :1. Identification of biological scope, benefit, and risks of biology2. Describing biological objects and problems in a diffferent level of organisation (molecule, cell, tissues, organ, individu, population, ecosytem,
dan bioma).
Objectives :1. Students will understand about biological object, scope, branch, benefit of biology, and scientific work in biology2. Students will understand biological objects and problems in a diffferent level of organisation (molecule, cell, tissues, organ, individu,
population, ecosytem, dan bioma). about how to use their skills in learning IGCSE biology
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments TimeAll students should be able to : Identifying biological branch
according problems examined Analysing biological benefits for
human and environment
Class activity : Students will find the information about
biological branch and the latest applications Students are ask to make mind mapping in a
form of poster Students will present the poster Students choose one theme of problems in
biology in different level of organisation insmall task groups and then regrouping so eachstudent can share task-group work withstudents who were in different task groups
Poster presentation feed back browsing skills presentaion rubrics (self
assesment)
6 x 45’
Resources: internet (website) , books articles, picture, chart, photo, poster equipment
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2. CHARACTERISTICS OF LIVING ORGANISMS
Objectives :Students will understand about characteristics of living organisms
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments TimeAll students should be able to : list and describe the characteristics
of living organisms define the terms nutrition,
excretion, respiration, sensitivity,reproduction, growth andmovement
Class activity : Students watch movie and presentation Student demonstration on characteristic of
organism in groups
Groups discussion andindividual summary, studentswill also present it in front ofthe class
Observation of performance ingroups
9 x 45’
Resources:video+ w.s, movie about characteristic of living things
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3. CLASSIFICATION AND DIVERSITY OF LIVING ORGANISMS
Objectives :1. Students will understand about concept and use of a classificatory system2. Students will understand about the concept of adaptations of organisms to their environment, to be illustrated by examples wherever possible
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments TimeAll students should be able to : define and describe the binomial
system of naming species andclassify the five main classes ofvertebrates using visible, externalcharacteristic features only(Core)
list the main features used in theclassification of the followinggroups: viruses, bacteria andfungi,and their adaptation to theenvironment, as appropriate(Extended)
Presenting the main features ofphylum in kingdom Protists, dantheir benefit to human
list the main features used in theclassification of the followinggroups: flowering plants(monocotyledons anddicotyledons), arthropods (insects,crustaceans, arachnids andmyriapods), annelids, nematodesand molluscs, using visible,external characteristic featuresonly
Describe phylum in animalkingdom and the benefits for
Class activity : Field trip to the nearest zoo
- Students classsifying five class ofVertebrate
- Students will make a list to compareeksternal characteristics of five class ofvertebrate
Students will find the information through themovie:- Viruses ( understanding viruses)- Bacteria (bacteria, viruses and allergy)
Students classify organisms belong to thiskingdom homework: Make summary aboutprotists and their benefit to human and presentit in a form of poster
Students compare external character:- flowering plants (monocotyl &dycotyl)- arthropods (insect, crustaceae, arachnidea,
myriapods)- annelids- nematodes- molluscs
Students find the information about thefeature in Phylum in animal kingdom andDivisio in plant kingdom with pictures andtheir role for life survival on earth:- students make 'mind maping' in the form
Oral questioning, Student'sworksheet, and continue withclass discussion
Students take notes when themovie plays, they will sharetheir notes with other friend ingroup, they will discuss it ingroups and find additionalinformation from internet tomake a presentation aboutvirus
Poster presentation,observation on studentsperformance
Make a list of comparison anddiscuss it in group (peerlearning)
Observation on making posterpresentation and classdiscussion
24 x 45’
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Timehuman
Describe divisio in plant kingdomand their role for life survival onearth
of poster- Students present their poster
Resources: Animal in the zoo, textbook, picture. Book, CD, Internet School Yard
4. SIMPLE KEYS
Objectives :Students will understand the concept about how to use simple dichotomous keys based on easily identifiable features
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments TimeAll students should be able to :
Class activity :Students classifying office equipment in theirclass (pocket, money, bags, class equipment, etc)Students will create their own categories togroup those equipment
Oral questioning, Student's worksheet class discussion
3 x 45’
Resources:Class equipment
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II. ORGANISATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE ORGANISM
1. CELL STRUCTURE AND ORGANISATION
Objectives :Cellular nature of all living organisms
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments TimeAll students should be able to : identify and describe the structure
of a plant cell (palisade cell) andan animal cell (liver cell), as seenunder a light microscope
describe the differences instructure between typical animaland plant cells
relate the structures seen under thelight microscope in the plant celland in the animal cell to theirfunctions (Extended)
Class activity : Introduction to laboratory safety rule &
Laboratory format (ppt n hand out) Laboratory tour and symulation 'e' microscope
(magnificant and adjustment) virtual lab compare plant cell (palisaade cell)
and an animal cell (liver cell), as seen under alight microscope- work sheet- individual report
Observation of student'sperformance
Skills test on laboratoryexperiment
Work sheet of introduction tomicroscope -
Work sheet of "e "microscope
Work sheet venn diagramcomparing plant and animalcell
Individual laboratory report
3 x 45’
Resources:Books, Internet access
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2. LEVELS OF ORGANISATION
Objectives :Modification of cell structure for specific functions
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments TimeAll students should be able to : calculate magnification and size of
biological specimens usingmillimetres as units.
define tissue and relate thestructure of the following to theirfunctions:ciliated cells in respiratory
Class activity : Introduction to laboratory safety rule &
Laboratory format (ppt n hand out) Laboratory tour and symulation 'e' microscope
(magnificant and adjustment) virtual lab compare plant cell (palisaade cell)
and an animal cell (liver cell), as seen under alight microscope- work sheet- individual report
playing games to learn why different cellhave different function and differ betweencell, tissue, organ and organ system
individual work sheet : cell crosswords individual work sheet : essay WS in cell Overview about the topic
Observation of student'sperformance
Skills test on laboratoryexperiment
Work sheet of introduction tomicroscope -
Work sheet of "e " microscope Work sheet venn diagram
comparing plant and animalcell
Individual laboratory report mind maping Essay WS in cell work sheet
3 x 45’
Resources:Cell cards, Worksheet, books, Internet access
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3. SIZE OF SPECIMENS
Objectives :Modification of cell structure for specific functions
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments TimeAll students should be able to :
define organ and organ system, asillustrated by examples covered inSections II and III.
Class activity : Introduction to laboratory safety rule &
Laboratory format (ppt n hand out) Laboratory tour and symulation 'e' microscope
(magnificant and adjustment) virtual lab compare plant cell (palisaade cell)
and an animal cell (liver cell), as seen under alight microscope- work sheet- individual report
playing games to learn why different cellhave different function and differ betweencell, tissue, organ and organ system
individual work sheet : cell crosswords individual work sheet : essay WS in cell Overview about the topic
Observation of student'sperformance
Skills test on laboratoryexperiment
Work sheet of introduction tomicroscope -
Work sheet of "e " microscope Work sheet venn diagram
comparing plant and animalcell
Individual laboratory report mind maping Essay WS in cell work sheet
3 x 45’
Resources:Cell cards, Worksheet, books, Internet access
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4. MOVEMENT IN AND OUT OF CELLS
Objectives :1. Diffusion2. Active Transport3. Osmosis
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments TimeAll students should be able to : define diffusion as the movement
of molecules. describe the importance of gaseous
and solute define active transport and discuss
its importance as an energy-consuming process by whichsubstances are transported againsta concentration gradient, e.g. ionuptake by root hairs and uptake ofglucose by epithelial cells of villi(Extended)
define osmosis as the passage ofwater molecules from a region oftheir higher concentration to aregion of their lowerconcentration, through a partiallypermeable membrane
describe the importance of osmosison the uptake of water by plants,and its understand the concept of awater potential gradient
Class activity : Students are given task prior to coming into
the class: 'find in the internet about "Howsubstances get in and out of cells"They have to make 2 output :
1) individual report2) group presentation
Students makes their own presentation rubricand prepare for the presentation and afterpreparation they discuss about thepresentation facilitated by teacher
individual report group presentation rubrik presentation
9 x 45’
Resources:Books, Internet resources
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5. ENZYMES
Objectives :Enzymes
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments TimeAll students should be able to : define the term catalyst define enzymes as proteins that
function as biological catalysts describe the effect of changes in
temperature and pH on enzymeactivity
describe the role of enzymes in thegermination of seeds, and theiruses in biological washingproducts and in the food industry
outline the use of microorganismsand fermenters to manufactureenzymes for use in biologicalwashing powders (Extended)
Class activity : review student homework about enzym with
trivia quiz watching animation about enzyme quiz about the movie home work: resume information about
"Enzyme in Application"
trivia quiz work sheet Individual report
6 x 45’
Resources:Enzyme Animation, Internet access
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6. NUTRITION
Objectives :1. Nutrients2. Plant nutrition: Photosynthesis as the fundamental process by which plants manufacture simple sugars from raw materials
a. Photosynthesisb. Leaf structurec. Mineral requirements
3. Animal nutrition: Diet as a balance between food intake and energy, growth and health requirementsa. Dietb. Human alimentary canalc. Mechanical and physical digestiond. Chemical digestion: The significance of producing small, soluble moleculese. Absorptionf. Assimilation
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments TimeAll students should be able to :
define nutrition as the obtaining oforganic substances and mineral ionsfrom which organisms obtain theirenergy and their raw materials forgrowth and tissue repair
Class activity : skimming, reading and make a summary from
chapt10 answer the following work sheet home work : prepare group presentation for
next topic
Group discussion and share in theclass
3x 45'
list the chemical elements thatmake up: carbohydrates, fats,proteins
describe the synthesis of largemolecules from smaller basicunits, i.e. simple sugars to starchand glycogen, amino acids toproteins, fatty acids and glycerolto fats and oils
describe tests for:
Students will divide list of group of foodbased on their different chemical elements andmake a list of their chemical elementsPractical work for:
- starch (iodine solution)- reducing sugars (Benedict's solution)- protein (biuret test)- fats (ethanol)
Students make report in form of group report Students prepare presentation rubric and doing
Student's Laboratory report Presentation rubrics
6 x 45'
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Time- starch (iodine solution),- reducing sugars (Benedict's
solution),- protein (biuret test),- fats (ethanol)
list the principal sources of, anddescribe the importance of:
- carbohydrates- fats- proteins- vitamins (C and D only)- mineral salts (calcium and
iron only)
peer observation Students present group report Teacher as the facilitator
describe the use of microorganismsin the food industry, withreference to yoghurt, bread andsingle cell protein
describe the uses, benefits andhealth hazards associated withfood additives, includingcolourings
worksheet reading guide line 6 x 45'
define photosynthesis and state theequation for the production ofsimple sugars and oxygen in words
describe the intake of the rawmaterials, the trapping and storingof energy (conversion of lightenergy into chemical energy), theformation of food
state the equation forphotosynthesis in symbols
define the term limiting factor andinterpret (as limiting factors that
25 term related with photosynthesis searching articles about photosynthesis with
guide lines rubric. overview material with a discussion quiz about photosynthesis Photosynthesis project
Project and assignments 6 x 45'
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Timeaffect photosynthesis) the effectsof light intensity and carbondioxide concentration
explain the use of carbon dioxideenrichment
identify the cellular and tissuestructure of a dicotyledonous leaf, asseen in cross-section, and demonstratethe significance of these features interms of functions, i.e. distribution ofchloroplasts – photosynthesis, stomataand mesophyll cells – gas
practical works: students identify microscopicfeatures of cross-section dycotyledonous leafthen draw the featurespresentate a model of cross-sectiondycotyledonous leaf and related the structure andfunction
Student's Laboratory report 6 X 45"
describe the importance of: nitrateions for protein synthesismagnesium ions for chlorophyllsynthesis
describe the uses, and the dangersof overuse, of nitrogen fertilisers
explain: the effects of nitrate ionand magnesium ion deficiency onplant growth (Extended)
virtual observation about nutrient deficiency in aplant - discussion and conclusion
worksheet observation 3 x 45'
understand the concept of abalanced diet
describe: a balanced diet related toage, sex and activity of anindividual
the effects of malnutrition inrelation to starvation, coronaryheart disease, constipation andobesity
the effects of alcohol and th discuss: the problems of world
food supplies the problems which
Reading article self test:
- connect to www.mypyramid.com to testproper diet with gender, age and activity-make personal daily diet poster basedon result of mypyramid
- over view the material- interprate information from the
movie:"We are What We eat" discuss case study:
the effects of malnutrition in relation tostarvation, coronary heart disease,
rubric daily diet worksheet of the movie Articles Worksheet
6 x 45'
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Timecontribute to famine (unequaldistribution of food, drought andflooding and increasingpopulation) (Extended)
constipation and obesity, the effects ofalcohol, the problems of world food supplies,the problems which contribute to famine,(unequal distribution of food, drought andflooding and increasing population)(Extended)
identify the gross structure of thealimentary canal and associatedorgans (mouth, oesophagus,stomach, small intestine:duodenum and ileum, largeintestine: colon and rectum, anus,pancreas, liver)
define ingestion, digestion,absorption, assimilation
demonstration about human dygestion canalwith visking tubing
digestive system games
Student's Laboratory report 6 X 45"
identify the types of human teethand describe their functions
state the causes of dental decayand describe the proper care ofteeth
describe the processes of chewingand peristalsis
explain the probable action offluoride in reducing tooth decayand present arguments for andagainst its addition to public watersupplies (Extended)
simulation and demonstration of what happensat each stage of digestive process
Poster and project assignments
work sheet report presentation
9 x 45'
describe: digestion in the alimentarycanal the functions of a typicalamylase, protease and lipase, listingthe substrate and end-products
Role play student's performances rubric 3 x 45'
identify the small intestine as theregion for the absorption of
poster Assignments
student's performances rubric worksheet
6 X 45"
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Timedigested food
describe the significance of villi inincreasing the
describe the structure of a villus,including the role of capillariesand lacteals
indicate the role of the hepaticportal vein in the transport ofabsorbed food to the liver(Extended)
describe: the role of the liver in themetabolism of glucose and in thedestruction of excess amino acidsthe role of fat as a storagesubstance
define deamination as removal ofthe nitrogen containing part ofamino acids as urea, followed byrelease of energy from theremainder of the amino acid
Students presentation student's performances rubric 6 x 45'
Resources:- internet (website) , books articles, picture, chart, photo, poster equipment- Laboratory equipment for the test- http://www.questacon.edu.au/html/assets/pdf/The_Digestive_System.pdf
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7. TRANSPORTATION
Objectives :1. Transport in plants : Water uptake, Transpiration - define transpiration, Translocation2. Transport in humans : Heart, Arteries, veins and capillaries, Blood
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments TimeStudents should be able to: identify root hair cells, as seen
under the light microscope, anddescribe their functions
describe the passage of waterthrough root, stem and leaf
discussion and presentation student's performances rubric 3 x 45'
describe: how water vapour loss is relatedto cell surfaces, air spaces and stomatathe effects of variation of temperature,humidity and light intensity ontranspiration rate how wilting occurs
make poster rubrik poster and presentation 6 x 45'
explain the mechanism of wateruptake and movement in terms oftranspiration producing a tension('pull') from above, creating awater potential gradient in thexylem, drawing cohesive watermolecules up the plant.
discuss the adaptations of the leaf, define translocation in terms of the
movement of sucrose and aminoacids from regions of productionor of storage to regions ofutilisation in respiration or growth(Core)
describe translocation throughoutthe plant of applied chemicals,
student find the definition about translocationby browsing and make a note
homework : resume about leaf
work sheet 6 x 45'
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Timeincluding sy
describe: the gross structure andfunction of the heart the effect ofexercise on heart beat
list the likely causes of a heartattack (diet, smoking and stress),and preventive measures
Presentation with theme: the gross structure and function of the heart the effect of exercise on heart beat causes of a heart attack (diet, smoking and
stress), and preventive measures describe: the structure and functions of
arteries, veins and capillaries explain how structure and function are related
in arteries, veins and capillaries
rubrik presentation 6 x 45'
describe: the structure andfunctions of arteries, veins andcapillaries the double circulatorysystem
explain how structure andfunction are related inarteries, veins and capillaries
identify blood cells, as seen undera light microscope
describe: the components of bloodthe functions of blood, includingclotting (no details of clottingrequired) the transfer of materialsbetween capillaries and tissuefluid (Core)
describe the
virtual lab: find the identity blood cells and find theinformation of: component of blood, function ofblood and transfer of materials between capilaries andtissue fluid
work sheet 3 x 45'
Resources:books, articles, newspaper, journal and internet, poster equipment
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8. RESPIRATION
Objectives :1. Aerobic respiration2. Anaerobic respiration3. Gaseous exchange
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments TimeDefine respiration as the release of energyfrom food substances in all living cells define aerobic respiration state the equation for aerobic
respiration, using words name and describe the uses of
energy in the body of humans(Core)
state the equation for aerobicrespiration using symbols(Extended)
Making 3 dimension model of breathing process student's performances rubric 6 x 45 '
define anaerobic respiration state the equation for anaerobic
respiration in muscles and yeast,using words
describe the role of anaerobicrespiration in brewing andbreadmaking
describe the production of lacticacid in muscles during exercise
compare aerobic respiration andanaerobic respiration in terms ofrelative amounts of energyreleased
e learning from the internet discussion and conclusion
work sheet 3 x 45'
list the features of gaseousexchange surfaces in animals
Poster and project assignments on gaseous exchange. student's performances rubric 6 x 45 '
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Time state the differences in
composition between inspired andexpired air
describe a test for carbon dioxide describe: the effects of physical
activity on rate and depth ofbreathing the effect
Resources:project equipment, Internet access
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9. EXCRETION IN HUMANS
Objectives :The necessity to remove toxic waste products of metabolism
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments TimeAll students should be able to : define excretion as the removal of
toxic materials, the waste productsof metabolism and substances inexcess of requirements fromorganisms
describe: the function of thekidney simply in terms of theremoval of urea and excessivewater and the reabso
describe filtration of water,glucose and salts out of the blood,followed by reabsorption ofglucose, most of the water andsome of salts back into the blood,leading to the concentration ofurea in the urine, and loss ofexcess water
explain dialysis machine
case studies : diseases related to kidney function andcompare to healthy kidney (5W+H)alt. mtd: comprehenship group works
rubric presentation 9 X 45'
Resources:books, articles, magazines, internet tools: computer, LCD
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10. COORDINATION AND RESPONSE
Objectives :The ability to detect and to respond to internal and external stimuli:
1. Hormones2. Tropic and taxic responses3. Nervous control in humans4. Homeostasis5. Drugs
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Time
'Define hormone
games : body map of hormones (named,identify and located and / explain function(extendeed )
wrapping up : presentation of each group extendeed : feedback mechanism flowchart
rubric presentation
9 x 45'
describe the chemical control ofmetabolic activity by adrenaline
compare hormonal and nervoussystems
discuss the use of hormones infood production
roles play : simmulation massaging with hormonesand nervous mechanism.
student's performances rubric 6 X 45"
define geotropism andphototropism
describe simple behaviour in termsof the taxic responses ofinvertebrates
explain the chemical control ofplant growth by
auxins including geotropism andphototropism in terms of auxinsregulating differential gr
virtual and experimental works
student's report
9 X 45'
describe the human nervoussystem in terms of the central
roles play : simulation massaging with hormones andnervous mechanism.
student's performances rubric 6 X 45"
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Timenervous system (brain and spinalcord as areas of coordination) andthe peripheral nervous system
define sense organs as groups ofreceptor cells responding tospecific stimuli: light, sound
distinguish between voluntary andinvoluntary actions
distinguish between rods andcones, in terms of function anddistribution (Extended)
diagram and modells of human senses:eyes, nose,skins, ears and ..taste
student's performances rubric 9 X 45'
define homeostasis as themaintenance of a constant internalenvironment
describe temperature regulation,and explain the effects of sweating,vasodilation and vasoconstrictiononly (Core)
describe the control of the glucosecontent of the blood by
presentation: feedback mechanism of hormones leadto homeostasis condition
student's performances rubric 9 X 45'
describe the effects of alcohol andheroin, and the dangers of theirmisuse
describe the personal and socialproblems arising from drug abuse,by reference to alcohol and heroin
presentate about efffect of each drug to physiologicalcondition (nerfous systs.etcz) and social effect.
student's performances rubric 6 X 45"
Resources:books, articles, magazines, internet tools : body map and text, LCD, poster paper
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III. ORGANISATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE ORGANISM
1. REPRODUCTION
Objectives :1. Asexual reproduction2. Sexual reproduction
a. Sexual reproduction in plantsb. Sexual reproduction in humans
3. Sexual reproduction4. Methods of birth control5. Sexually transmissible diseases
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Time define asexual
reproduction describe asexual
reproduction in bacteria,spore production in fungiand tuber formation inpotatoes (Core)
discuss the advantagesand disadvantages to thespecies of asexualreproduction (Extended)
making poster : Sexual and asexualreproduction in plant and animals
Student will compare theavantages & disadvantagesof sexual and asexualreproduction
9 x 45"
define sexualreproduction (Core)
discuss the advantagesand disadvantages ofsexual reproduction(Extended)
9 x 45'
describe the structureand functions of the
movie: pollination identified and classified pollinator
Essai, List, Comparepollination and the specific
9 x4
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Timeflower of a nameddicotyledonous plant
define pollination name the agents of
pollination compare the different
structural adaptations ofinsect-pollinated andwind-pollinated flowers
describe: the grow
and character of flower from movieand environtment.
discussion
structure 5"
Presentation (poster & ppt): Group works: Menstrual cycle and hormones Structural and function of
reproduction (male) structural and function of
reproduction (female) sexual intercourse, fertilization and
implantation fetus development
Individual works: (female) personal menstrual cycle (male) mating and production of
sperm in tubulus
Student's performance 9 x 45"describe: the structure andfunction of human male andfemale reproductivesystems, including themenstrual cycle sexualintercourse, fertilisation andimplantation thedevelopment of the fetus interms of placenta, maternaland fetal blood supplies and
movie : puberty identified secondary sexual
character
Student's report 3 x 45'
name and describe thefollowing methods ofbirth, control: natural,chemical, mechanicaland surgical (Core)
discuss the social aspectsof artificial insemination
Interview : parents contraception Klipping : the others kind of
methode of birth control Essay & debate : Sources from
Interview &/ internet about thesocial aspects of artificialinsemination and the use of
Student's presentation 9 x 45'
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Timeand the use of hormonesin fertility drugs(Extended)
hormones in fertility drugs.
describe the symptoms,signs, effects andtreatment of gonorrhoea
describe the methods oftransmission of humanimmunodeficiency virus(HIV), and the ways inwhich it can beprevented fromspreading
outline how HIV affectsthe immune system
presentation: Sexually transmissiblediseases
Student's presentation 6 x 45 '
Resources:Presentation equipment, books, Internet access
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2. GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT
Objectives :
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments TimeAll students should be able to : define growth in terms of increase
in dry mass define development in terms of
increase in complexity describe the environmental
conditions affecting germination
Class activity :experiment : growth and dry mass
Student's report 6 x 45’
Resources:Presentation equipment, books, Internet access
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3. INHERITANCE
Objectives :The transmission of genetic information from generation to generation, leading to continuity of, and variation within, the species:
1. Chromosomes2. Mitosis3. Meiosis4. Monohybrid inheritance5. Variation6. Selection7. Genetic Engineering
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Time define the terms chromosome,
gene, allele, haploid and diploidnuclei
describe the inheritance of sex inhumans (XX, XY)
Animation : Related Genetics project : modells DNA, modells
Chromosemes, Caryotipe Gen Specific
Student's report and presentation 12 X 45'
Describe mitosis simply, in terms of theexact duplication of chromosomesresulting in identical daughter nuclei(details of stages are not required)
compare meiosis and mitosis from internet Student's report and presentation 6 X 45'
Describe the production of gametes bymeiosis simply, in terms of halving ofchromosome number leading to variation(details of stages are not required)
Student's report and presentation 3 X 45'
define the terms gene, allele,genotype, phenotype,homozygous, heterozygous,dominant and recessive
calculate and predict the results ofmonohybrid crosses involving 1 : 1and 3 : 1 ratios (Core)
Making family trees with inhereted disease (autosome&genosome)
Student's report and presentation 6 X 45'
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Time explain codominance and
inheritance of A, B, ABand
describe continuous anddiscontinuous variation asinfluenced by the environment andgenes, illustrated by height and A,B, AB and O blood groups inhumans
define mutation describe mutation as a source of
variation, as shown by Down'ssyndrome
outline the effects of radiation andchemicals onthe rate of mutation
Movie: Dolly Students presentation on different topics
Class discussion 6 X 45'
describe the role of artificialselection in the production ofvarieties of animals and plantswith increased economicimportance
define natural selection as thepassing on of genes by the bestadapted organisms (Core)
describe variation and state thatcompetition
leads to differential survival of,and reproduction by, thoseorganisms best fitted to theenvironment
assess the importance of naturalselection as a possible mechanismfor evolution
9 X 45'
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Time describe the development of strains
of antibiotic resistant bacteria as anexample of natural selection
define genetic engineering astaking a gene from one speciesand putting it into another species(Core)
explain why, and outline howhuman insulin genes were put intobacteria using genetic engineering(Extended)
3 X 45'
Resources:Presentation equipment, books, Internet access
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IV. RELATIONSHIPS OF ORGANISMS WITH ONE ANOTHER AND WITH THEIR ENVIRONMENT
1. ENERGY FLOW
Objectives :
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments TimeAll students should be able to : state that the Sun is the principal
source of energy input tobiological systems
describe the non-cyclical nature ofenergy flow
Class activity :Making an example of food web in one typedhabitat and show the role of the Sun
Student's presentation 6 X 45'
Resources:Books, Internet
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2. FOOD CHAINS AND FOOD WEBS
Objectives :Emphasis on examples occurring locally
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments TimeAll students should be able to : define the terms food chain, food
web, producer, consumer,herbivore, carnivore, decomposer,ecosystems and trophic level
describe energy losses betweentrophic levels, and the advantagesof short food chains
describe and interpret pyramids ofbioma
Class activity : movie: any movie related with ecology field trip : ecosystem analysis relationship,
foodweb, trophic level, energy lose.
Student's presentation 9 X 45'
Resources:Books, Internet, Presentation equipment
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3. NUTRIENT CYCLES
Objectives :
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments TimeAll students should be able to : describe the carbon and the water
cycles describe the nitrogen cycle in
terms of the role ofmicroorganisms in providingusable nitrogencontainingsubstances by decomposition andby nitrogen fixation in roots; theabsorption of these substances byplants and their conversion toprotein, followed by passagethrough food chains, death, decay,nitrification and denitrification andthe return of nitrogen to the soil orthe atmosphere (names ofindividual bacteria are notrequired)
discuss the effects of thecombustion of fossil fuels and thecutting down of forests on thebalance between oxygen andcarbon dioxide
Class activity :poster presentation : the carbon and the watercycles and the nitrogen cycle.
poster rubric 9 X 45 '
Resources:Books, Internet, Presentation equipment
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4. POPULATION SIZE
Objectives :
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments TimeAll students should be able to : state the factors affecting the rate
of population growth, and describetheir importance (e.g. food, supply,predation and disease)
identify the phases of a sigmoidcurve of population growthresulting from the action of alimiting factor
explain the factors that lead to thelag phase, exponential phase andstationary phase in the sigmoidcurve of population growth
describe the increase in populationsize in the absence of limitingfactors (human population growth)and the social implications ofcurrent human survival rate
interpret graphs and diagrams ofhuman population growth
Class activity :field trip : cemetery analysis related to demografi.
Student's report and discussion 9 X 45 '
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5. BIODIVERSITY
Objectives :1. Biodiversity concept2. Indonesian Biodiversity
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Time
To differentiate the concept of similarityand diversity through the observation insurrounding environment.
Environmental observation List of comparison 3 X 45'
Comparing the features of biodiversity ongene, species, and ecosystem level.
movie: watching movie about Indonesian / trophicalbiodiversity to identify endemic species Endemic species list 6 X 45 '
Identify Indonesian biodiversity based onspecies diversity, ecosystem, and regioncharacteristics.Show the unique of IndonesianBiodiversity based on their dispersalregion.
Students shows the dispersal of Indonesian endemicspesies through many different presentation media
Report, Discussion, presentation 9 X 45'
Make an inventory of endemic plants andanimals in Indonesia and their value. Sudents make inventory lists Report, Discussion 6 X 45'
Write a scientific journal and collectingendemic organisms picture from theirorigin region
Scientific journal: endemic spesies in indonesia Writing task, discussion 9 X 45 '
Resources:Books, Internet access, presentation equipment
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1. CELL STRUCTURE + CELL & NUCLEAR DIVISION
Content :1. The microscope in cell studies
- Cells as the basic units of living organisms- Detailed structure of typical animal and plant cells, as seen under the electron microscope- Outline functions of organelles in plant and animal cells- Characteristics of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells- Replication and division of nuclei and cells
2. Understanding of chromosome behaviour in mitosis
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Time- Compare and contrast the structure of
typical animal and plant cells;- Draw plan diagrams of tissues
(including a transverse section of adicotyledonous leaf) and calculate thelinear magnification of drawings;
Students doing practical in group work Pre assignment, Laboratory report
Explain and distinguish betweenresolution and magnification, withreference to light microscopy and electronmicroscopy;
Make comparison list
Use a graticule and stage micrometer tomeasure cells and be familiar with units(millimetre, micrometre, nanometre) usedin cell studies;
Student's are given task to differentiate and compareslide pictures with different resolution andmagnification
Pre assignments laboratory report
Describe and interpret drawings andphotographs of typical animal and plantcells, as seen under the electronmicroscope, recognising the followingmembrane systems and organelles - roughand smooth endoplasmic reticula, Golgiapparatus, mitochondria, ribosomes,lysosomes, chloroplasts, plasma/cell
Student's find the information about the structure ofthe cell organel and related it with the function andpresent it in a differentiated task.
PPT, Poster, 3D modle of the cellorganel
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Timesurface membrane, nuclear envelope,centrioles, nucleus and nucleolus;Outline the functions of the membranesystems and organelles listed in (c);
Labelling picture diagram of plasma membrane andexplain the function. Labelling, Presentation and discussion
Describe the structure of a prokaryotic celland compare and contrast the structure ofprokaryotic cells with eukaryotic cells;
Make comparison list and picturediagram to see their differences.
Use the knowledge gained in this sectionin new situations or to solve relatedproblems.
Explore the organisms who have prokaryotic andeukaryotic cells that can be found in everyday life,sort them, find the similarities and differencesbetween these organism State the function of the organisms
Replication and division of nuclei andcells Using rope model to show replication model Demonstrate the replication
mechanismUnderstanding of chromosome behaviourin mitosis & meiosisDescribe, with the aid of diagrams, thebehaviour of chromosomes during themitotic cell cycle and the associatedbehaviour of the nuclear envelope, cellmembrane, centrioles and spindle (namesof the main stages are expected)
Students watching animation to see the chromosomesbehaviour during mitotic cycle and disscuss it ingroup and presentit in fron t of the class
PPT
Cancer Case Studies of people who died of different kind ofcancer
Group presentation and discussionabout cancer cause and prevention
Practical Work:- Practical making transverse section of plant cell and make a plan diagram, seeing the cheek cell under the microscope and compare different
kinds of unicellular cells- Practical using eyepiece graticule and stage micrometer
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2. BIOLOGICAL MOLECULES + CELL MEMBRANES & TRANSPORT + ENZYMES
Content :1. The structure of carbohydrates, lipids and proteins and their roles in living organisms2. Water and living organisms
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments TimeCarry out tests for reducing and non-reducing sugars (including semi-quantitative use of the Benedict’s test), theiodine in potassium iodide solution test forstarch, the emulsion test for lipids and thebiuret test for proteins;
Students doing practical in group work Pre assignments, laboratory report
Carbohydrat: alpha and beta glucose;glycosidic bond;molecular structure ofstarch (amylose and amylopectin),glycogen and cellulose and relate thesestructures to their functions in livingorganisms;
Watch animation and draw a model of each chemicalbond and show how it arranged each polymer;Compare the structure of glycogen and cellulose andrelate with their function in organism
Presentation and discussion
Lipid: triglyceride and a phospholipidStudents find information on the structure oftriglyceride and phospholipid and draw thecomparison in a large diagram
Poster presentation and classdiscussion
Protein: Structure of an amino acid and theformation and breakage of a peptide bond;primary structure, secondary structure,tertiary structure and quaternary structureof proteins and describe the types ofbonding (hydrogen, ionic,disulphide andhydrophobic interactions) that hold themolecule in shape; the molecular structureof haemoglobin as an example of aglobular protein, and of collagen as anexample of a fibrous protein and relate
Watching animation and make a simple diagram ofamino acid; make a model of primary, secondary ,tertiary and quartenary of amino acid and make a listand comparison of the bond found in that structure.
Demonstrate the difference of eachstructure
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Timethese structures to their functions.Roles of water in living organisms and asan environment for organism; role ofinorganic ions in living organisms:
Watching the phenomenon of water properties andrelate it with the usage of water in our daily activities
Gather information and present it inPPT
The fluid mosaic model of membranestructure; including an outline ofthe roles of phospholipids, cholesterol,glycolipids, proteins and glycoproteins;roles of membranes within cells and at thesurface of cells;
Making 3D model of fluid mosaic model of plasmamembrane along with all the structure that are foundin it.
Students will explain the function ofeach structure found in the model.
The movement of substances into and outof cells: diffusion, osmosis, activetransport, facilitated diffusion, endocytosisand exocytosis & Gaseous exchange
Animation and worksheet to show the mechanism oftransport Worksheet
Explain that enzymes are globular proteinsthat catalyse metabolic reactions;Explain the mode of action of enzymes interms of an active site, enzyme/substratecomplex, lowering of activation energyand enzyme specificity;Explain the effects of competitive andnon-competitive inhibitors on the rate ofenzyme activity;Use the knowledge gained in this sectionin new situations or to solve relatedproblems.
Students watching animation about enzyme, itsstructure and mechanism of inhibition. They willmake 3D model of an enzyme, using plasticin andshow each part of the enzyme and demonstrate themechanism.
3D model presentation and classdiscussion
Follow the time course of an enzyme-catalysed reaction by measuring rates offormation of products (for example, usingcatalase) or rates of disappearance ofsubstrate (for example, using amylase);Investigate and explain the effects of
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Timetemperature, ph, enzyme concentrationand substrate concentration on the rate ofenzyme-catalysed reactions, and explainthese effects;
Practical Work:- Practical work on reducing and non reducing sugar- Practical using potato in different solution- Practical using liver cell to demonstrate catalase enzyme with different treatment to see the effect of temperature and pH on catalase activity
3. GENETIC CONTROL OF PROTEIN STRUCTURE & FUNCTION
Content :1. The structure and replication of DNA2. The role of DNA in protein synthesis
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments TimeInvestigate the effects on plant cells ofimmersion in solutions of different waterpotential;The structure and replication of DNAState that a gene is a sequence ofnucleotides as part of a DNA molecule,which codes for a polypeptideGenomeSynthesis Protein
Practical Work:
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4. THE MAMMALIAN TRANSPORT SYSTEM, THE MAMMALIAN HEART, TRANSPORT IN MULTICELLULARPLANTS
Content :1. The need for, and functioning of, a transport system in multicellular plants2. The need for, and functioning of, a transport system in mammals3. The structure and functioning of the mammalian heart
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments TimeDescribe the distribution of xylem andphloem tissue in roots, stems and leaves ofdicotyledonous plantsDescribe the structure of xylem vesselelements, sieve tube elements andcompanion cells and be able to recognisethese using the light microscope;
pre assignment, lab work report
Describe how to investigateexperimentally the factors that affecttranspiration rate;Describe how the leaves of xerophyticplants are adapted to reduce water loss bytranspiration;
pre assignment, lab work report
Describe the structures of arteries, veinsand capillaries and be able to recognisethese vessels using the light microscope;
pre assignment, lab work report
Describe the structure of red blood cells,phagocytes and lymphocytes and explainthe differences between blood, tissue fluidand lymph;
pre assignment, lab work report
Explain the need for transport systems inmulticellular plants and animals in termsof size and surface area to volume ratios;Define the term transpiration and explain
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Timethat it is an inevitable consequence of gasexchange in plantsRelate the structure of xylem vesselelements, sieve tube elements andcompanion cells to their functionsExplain the movement of water betweenplant cells and between them and theirenvironment, in terms of water potentialDescribe the pathways and explain themechanisms by which water is transportedfrom soil to xylem and from roots toleavesExplain translocation as an energy-requiring process transporting assimilates,especially sucrose, between the leaves(sources) and other parts of the plant(sinks)Explain the translocation of sucrose usingthe mass flow hypothesis;Explain the relationship between thestructure and function of arteries, veinsand capillaries;Describe the role of haemoglobin incarrying oxygen and carbon dioxide;Describe and explain the significance ofthe dissociation curves of adultoxyhaemoglobin at different carbondioxide levels (the Bohr effect);Describe and explain the significance ofthe increase in the red blood cell count ofhumans at high altitude;
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments TimeDescribe the mammalian circulatorysystem as a closed double circulation;Describe the external and internalstructure of the mammalian heart;Explain the differences in the thickness ofthe walls of the different chambers interms of their functions;Describe the cardiac cycle; Explain how heart action is initiated andcontrolled (reference should be made tothe sinoatrial node, the atrioventricularnode and the Purkyne tissue);
Practical Work:- plants transport system structure practical works- rate of transpiration practical works- blood vessel structure practical works- blood and their property practical works
5. GASEOUS EXCHANGE AND SMOKING & DISEASE
Content :1. The respiratory system2. Smoking and smoking-related diseases
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments TimeDescribe the structure of the human gasexchange system, including themicroscopic structure of the walls of thetrachea, bronchioles and alveoli with theirassociated blood vessels
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments TimeDescribe the distribution of cartilage,ciliated epithelium, goblet cells andsmooth muscle in the trachea, bronchi andbronchiolesDescribe the functions of cartilage, cilia,goblet cells, smooth muscle and elasticfibres in the gas exchange systemDescribe the external and internalstructure of the mammalian heart;Explain the terms tidal volume and vitalcapacity;Describe the effects of tar and carcinogensin tobacco smoke on the gas exchangesystem;Describe the signs and symptoms ofemphysema, chronic bronchitis and lungcancerDescribe the effects of nicotine and carbonmonoxide on the cardiovascular systemwith reference to atherosclerosis, coronaryheart disease and strokes;Evaluate the epidemiological andexperimental evidence linking cigarettesmoking to disease and early death; Discuss the problems of cardiovasculardisease and the ways in which smokingmay affect the risk of developingcardiovascular disease;
Practical Work:
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6. INFECTIOUS DISEASES
Content :1. Cholera, malaria, tuberculosis (TB) and AIDS2. Antibiotics
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments TimeExplain what is meant by an infectiousdisease;Describe the causes of cholera, malaria,TB and HIV/AIDS;Explain how cholera, malaria, TB andHIV/AIDS are transmitted and assess theimportance of these diseases worldwideDiscuss the roles of social, economic andbiological factors in the prevention andcontrol of cholera, malaria, TB andHIV/AIDS (a detailed study of the lifecycle of the malarial parasite is notrequired);Discuss the global patterns of distributionof malaria and tuberculosis;
Students presents information consist of the causes,mechanism and roles of social, economic andbiological factors in the prevention and control of:- cholera- malaria (with global pattern in the world)-TB- HIV/AIDS ,and after that compare each information from eachdiseases
rubric performance
Outline the role of antibiotics in thetreatment of infectious diseases;
panell discussion about the role of antibiotics in thetreatment of infectious diseases
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7. IMUNITY
Content :1. The immune system2. Vaccination
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments TimeRecognise phagocytes and lymphocytesunder the light microscope; practical works pre assignment and laboratory report
Describe the origin, maturation and modeof action of phagocytes; Explain the meaning of the term immuneresponse;Distinguish between B- and T-lymphocytes in their mode of action infighting infection and describe their originand functions;Explain the role of memory cells in long-term immunity; Relate the molecular structure ofantibodies to their functions; Distinguish between active and passive,natural and artificial immunity and explainhow vaccination can control disease;
Students in each groups make modells using poster,chart, 3D modells or animation describe origin,mechanism immune response
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Discuss the reasons why vaccination haseradicated smallpox but not measles, TB,malaria or cholera;
Case study that discuss the reasons why vaccinationhas eradicated smallpox but not measles, TB, malariaor cholera;
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Practical Work:blood and their properties
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8. ECOLOGY
Content :1. Levels of ecological organisation2. Energy flow through ecosystems3. Recycling of nitrogen
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Time
Define the terms habitat, niche,population, community and ecosystem andstate examples of each;
Analogy with part of lego house to the terms habitat,niche, population, community and ecosystem inenvironment and annalyse information from themovie and mention the example.
Rubric performance and work sheet
Explain the terms producer, consumer andtrophic level in the context of food chainsand food webs;Explain how energy losses occur alongfood chains and discuss the efficiency ofenergy transfer between trophic levels;
Determine the terms producer, consumer and trophiclevel in the context of food chains and food webs andenergy flow and its efficiency trough a virtual wildlife trip
Virtual field report
Describe how nitrogen is cycled within anecosystem, including the roles ofmicroorganisms;
Students in each groups make modells using poster,chart, 3D modells or animation describe how nitrogenis cycled within an ecosystem, including the roles ofmicroorganisms
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1. ENERGY AND RESPIRATION
Contents :1. The need for energy in living organisms2. Respiration as an energy transfer process3. Aerobic respiration4. Anaerobic respiration5. The use of respirometer
Objectives :1. Students will understand about the need for energy in living organisms2. Students will understand about respiration as an energy transfer process3. Students will understand about aerobic respiration4. Students will understand about anaerobic respiration5. Students will understand about the use of respirometer6. Student will able to use the knowledge gained in this section in new situation or to solve related problem
Learning Outcomes Possible Activity Assessments Time(a) outline the need for energy in livingorganisms, as illustrated by anabolicreactions,active transport, movement and themaintenance of body temperature;(b) describe the structure of ATP as aphosphorylated nucleotide;(c) describe the universal role of ATP asthe energy currency in all livingorganisms;
Class Activity : Discuss and brainstorming about the need for energy in dailylife activity (walking, breathing etc). Leadinto concept of molecular Energy ATP,ATP and ADP recycling process inreleasing phospate in order to gain Energy.Shows the structure of ATP as nucleotide,lead to remind the similarity between ATPstructure to nucleotide
Group work activity : Pupils presentatewith video shows their group performanceand explanation about point (b) to point(c). Emphasize on structure of ATP,release of
Mind maping posterVideo performance rubric with anemphasizing point on structure of ATP,release of energy when phosphate isremoved and its origin / recycling fromADP and inorganic phosphate, and theplace of reaction is in the level of cellular(from cytoplasm to membrane and innermembrane of mithocondria).
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activity Assessments Timeenergy when phosphate is removedand its origin / recycling from ADPand inorganic phosphate
d) explain that the synthesis of ATP isassociated with the electron transportchain on the membranes of themitochondrion
Investigate the detail structure ofmithocondria through text book or internetto identify each place of synthesis of ATP.
Build up the idea from verbal discussionthat glycolysis is a series of metabolicreactions that take place in all living cells,in which energy contained in moleculessuch as glucose is used to make ATPmolecules.
Lecturing with the help of interisting andsimple flow diagrams to describeglycolysis as listed in the syllabus (nofurther more details to introduce)
Leading question related to importantconcept :- Emphasise the need for phosphorylationof glucose to make subsequent stageseasier;-the removal of hydrogen and itsacceptance by NAD- the production of a small amount ofATP- the production of pyruvate.- Students should know that this all takesplace in the cytoplasm, and happens invirtually every living cell.- Students should understand that, after thehexose is split into two identical triosemolecules, each of these is processed inexactly the same way
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(e) outline glycolysis as phosphorylationof glucose and the subsequent splitting ofhexose phosphate (6C) into two triosephosphate molecules, which are thenfurtheroxidised with a small yield of ATP andreduced NAD;
(f) explain that, when oxygen is available,pyruvate is converted into acetyl (2C)coenzyme A, which then combines withoxaloacetate (4C) to form citrate (6C);
- investigate ATP shyntesis in each stepand each place and presentate into varymedium
- wraping up by making class project(poster, ppt or performation) to combinethe whole process
Concept cotes :1. Krebs cycle to illustrate the following:- series of small steps- decarboxylation (release ofCO2)- dehydrogenation (production ofreduced NAD (or FAD) containinghydrogen atoms / protons and electronsfrom the respiratory substrate)
2. electron transport system toillustrate the following:
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activity Assessments Time(g) outline the Krebs cycle, explainingthat citrate is reconverted to oxaloacetatein aseries of small steps in the matrix of themitochondrion (no further details arerequired);(h) explain that these processes involvedecarboxylation and dehydrogenation anddescribe the role of NAD;(i) outline the process of oxidativephosphorylation, including the role ofoxygen(no details of the carriers are required);
- regeneration of NAD from reduced NAD- production of 3 ATP from 3 ADP + 3inorganic phosphates- transport of electrons (from hydrogenatoms) down a chain of carriers- use of oxygen as a hydrogenacceptor at the end of the process,producing water as a waste product
(j) explain the production of a small yieldof ATP from anaerobic respiration and theformation of ethanol in yeast and lactatein mammals, including the concept ofoxygen debt;
describing the lactate pathway and theethanol pathwa y using an interactivediagram ( animation or video )
Students could carry out practical workrelating to anaerobic respiration in yeast.pathway and the ethanol pathway. Ensurestudents understand their importance inregenerating NAD.
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(k) explain the relative energy values ofcarbohydrate, lipid and protein asrespiratorysubstrates; (l) define the term respiratory quotient(RQ);(m) *carry out investigations, usingsimple respirometers, to measure RQ andthe effect of temperature on respirationrate;
- Calculate RQ values from balancedchemical equations for the aerobicrespiration of carbohydrates and lipids,using a teacher-prepared worksheet.
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2. PHOTOSYNTHESIS
Contents :1. Photosynthesis as an energy transfer process2. The investigation of limiting factors
Objectives :1. Students will understand about Photosynthesis as an energy transfer process2. Students will understand about The investigation of limiting factors3. Student will able to use the knowledge gained in this section in new situation or to solve related problem
Learning Outcomes Possible Activity Assessments Time(a) explain that energy transferred as lightis used during photosynthesis to producecomplex organic molecules and that theprocess of respiration allows this energyto be transferred through chemicalreactions so that it can be used by livingorganisms; (b) describe the photoactivation ofchlorophyll resulting in the photolysis ofwater and in the transfer of energy to ATPand reduced NADP (cyclic and non-cyclicphotophosphorylation should be describedin outline only);(c) describe the uses of ATP and reducedNADP in the light-independent stage ofphotosynthesis;(d) describe in outline the Calvin cycleinvolving the light-independent fixationof carbondioxide by combination with a 5Ccompound (RuBP) to yield two moleculesof a 3C
Discussion about the purpose ofphotosynthesis. Help them tounderstand that photosynthesistransfers energy from light to complexorganic molecules.
Describe and explain step by stepprocess in photosynthesis troughanimation.
Lecture and discussion to wraping upwhole material that discuss before
Rubric presentation
Trivia quiz
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activity Assessments Timecompound GP (PGA), and the conversionof GP into carbohydrates, lipids andaminoacids (the regeneration of RuBP should beunderstood in outline only, and aknowledge of C4 and CAM plants is notrequired);(e) *describe the structure of adicotyledonous leaf, a palisade cell and achloroplast andrelate their structures to their roles inphotosynthesis;(f) *discuss limiting factors inphotosynthesis and carry outinvestigations on the effectsof light, carbon dioxide and temperatureon the rate of photosynthesis;
Practical work with virtualmicroscopeand case study of limiting factor in
photosynthesis
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3. REGULATION AND CONTROL
Content :1. The importance of homeostasis2. Excretion3. Control of water and metabolic wastes4. Nervous and hormonal communication5. Response to changes in the external environment6. Regulation of the internal environment7. Communication and control in flowering plants8. Plant growth regulators
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Objectives :1. Students will understand about The importance of homeostasis2. Students will understand about Excretion3. Students will understand about Control of water and metabolic wastes4. Students will understand about Nervous and hormonal communication5. Students will understand about Response to changes in the external environment6. Students will understand about Regulation of the internal environment7. Students will understand about Communication and control in flowering plants8. Students will understand about Plant growth regulators9. Student will able to use the knowledge gained in this section in new situation or to solve related problem
Learning Outcomes Possible Activity Assessments Time(a) discuss the importance of homeostasisin mammals and explain the principles ofhomeostasis in terms of receptors,effectors and negative feedback; (b) define the term excretion and explainthe importance of removing nitrogenouswasteproducts and carbon dioxide from thebody;(c) *describe the gross structure of thekidney and the detailed structure of thenephronwith the associated blood vessels(candidates are expected to be able tointerpret thehistology of the kidney, as seen insections using the light microscope);(d) explain the functioning of the kidneyin the control of water and metabolicwastes,using water potential terminology;
Practical works with kidney slideAnd make poster about excretion
Pre / post assignment and practical assignmentLabwork report
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activity Assessments Time(e) outline the need for communicationsystems within mammals to respond tochangesin the internal and external environment;(f) outline the role of sensory receptors inmammals in converting different forms ofenergy into nerve impulses;(g) describe the structure of a sensoryneurone and a motor neurone and outlinetheirfunctions in a reflex arc;(h) describe and explain the transmissionof an action potential in a myelinatedneurone(the importance of sodium and potassiumions in the impulse transmission should beemphasised);(i) explain the importance of the myelinsheath (saltatory conduction) and therefractoryperiod in determining the speed of nerveimpulse transmission;(j) describe the structure of a cholinergicsynapse and explain how it functions(reference should be made to the role ofcalcium ions);(k) outline the roles of synapses in thenervous system in determining thedirection of nerve impulse transmissionand in allowing the interconnection ofnerve pathways; (l) explain what is meant by the termendocrine gland;
Watch the movie about “HumanBody”
And display organ system with step bystep process that happen inside
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activity Assessments Time(m) *describe the cellular structure of anislet of Langerhans from the pancreas andoutline the role of the pancreas as anendocrine gland;(n) explain how the blood glucoseconcentration is regulated by negativefeedback control mechanisms, withreference to insulin and glucagon;(o) outline the need for, and the nature of,communication systems within floweringplants to respond to changes in theinternal and external environment;(p) describe the role of auxins in apicaldominance;(q) describe the roles of gibberellins instem elongation and in the germination ofwheator barley;(r) describe the role of abscissic acid inthe closure of stomata;
Observe the plant and characteristicsthen literature study to explain the
character that seen
Presentation in the group
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4. INHERITED CHANGE
Contents :1. The passage of information from parent to offspring2. The nature of genes and alleles and their role in determining the phenotype3. Monohybrid and dihybrid crosses
Objectives :1. Student will understand about the passage of information from parent to offspring2. Student will understand about the nature of genes and alleles and their role in determining the phenotype3. Student will understand about monohybrid and dihybrid crosses4. Student will able to use the knowledge gained in this section in new situation or to solve related problem
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(a) *describe, with the aid of diagrams,the behaviour of chromosomes duringmeiosis,and the associated behaviour of thenuclear envelope, cell membrane andcentrioles(names of the main stages are expected,but not the sub-divisions of prophase);(b) explain how meiosis and fertilisationcan lead to variation;(c) explain the terms locus, allele,dominant, recessive, codominant,homozygous,heterozygous, phenotype and genotype;(d) use genetic diagrams to solveproblems involving monohybrid anddihybrid crosses,including those involving sex linkage,
Poster activity making diagram ofchromosomes behavioure during cell
division
Make a dictionary of genetics term
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activity Assessments Timecodominance and multiple alleles (but notinvolving autosomal linkage or epistasis);(e) use genetic diagrams to solveproblems involving test crosses(f) use the chi-squared test to test thesignificance of differences betweenobserved and expected results (theformula for the chi-squared test will beprovided); (g) explain, with examples, how mutationmay affect the phenotype;(h) explain, with examples, how theenvironment may affect the phenotype;(i) explain how a change in the nucleotidesequence in DNA may affect the aminoacidsequence in a protein and hence thephenotype of the organism;
Virtual lab analysis
Watching the movie about evolution
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5. SELECTION AND EVOLUTION
Contents :Natural and artificial selection
Objectives :1. Student will understand about natural and artificial selection2. Student will able to use the knowledge gained in this section in new situation or to solve related problem
Learning Outcomes Possible Activity Assessments Time(a) *describe, with the aid of diagrams,the behaviour of chromosomes duringmeiosis,and the associated behaviour of thenuclear envelope, cell membrane andcentrioles(names of the main stages are expected,but not the sub-divisions of prophase);(b) explain how meiosis and fertilisationcan lead to variation; (c) explain the terms locus, allele,dominant, recessive, codominant,homozygous,heterozygous, phenotype and genotype;(d) use genetic diagrams to solveproblems involving monohybrid anddihybrid crosses,including those involving sex linkage,codominance and multiple alleles (but notinvolving autosomal linkage or epistasis);(e) use genetic diagrams to solveproblems involving test crosses;(f) use the chi-squared test to test thesignificance of differences between
Virtual lab analysis
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activity Assessments Timeobserved and expected results (theformula for the chi-squared test will beprovided); (g) explain, with examples, how mutationmay affect the phenotype; (h) explain, with examples, how theenvironment may affect the phenotype;(i) explain how a change in the nucleotidesequence in DNA may affect the aminoacid sequence in a protein and hence thephenotype of the organism;
6. BIODIVERSITY AND CONSERVATION
Content1. Classification2. Conservation issues
Objectives:1. To be able to outline the five kingdom classification of living organisms2. To be able to define the term biodiversity and discuss its meaning3. To understand why biodiversity is declining and the need fore it to be maintained4. To understand the reasons why one named species has become endangered5. To understand the ways in which endangered species may be protected and prevented from becoming extinct
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Time- Outline the five kingdom classification
to Illustrate the diversity of organisms- Discuss the meaning of the term
biodiversity;- Discuss the reasons for the need to
maintain
Students watch the movie about biodiversity (esp.Indonesian biodiversity)
Students can also go on a field trip to a nearestnational park or a conservation area (Botanicgarden, Zoo)
Students will be given taskto describe the classificationor the characteristic of theorganisms on the movie orfrom the conservation area(Class discussion)
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments TimeBiodiversity; Students will find facts about the impact of
biodiversity loss from magazine, local news paperand internet resources
Students will discuss with their group the need tomaintain biodiversity related with the impact
Small groups presentationbased on the rubric createdby the students
3 X 45’
- Describe the reasons why one namedspecies has become endangered, anduse this information in the context ofother endangered species;
- Discuss methods of protectingendangered species including the rolesof zoos, botanic gardens, conservedareas (national parks) and seed banks;
Students research on methods of conservationbefore coming to the class or during class sessionusing internet
Student will discuss in groups
Group presentation on eachmethod of conservation
Class discussion2 X (3 X 45’)
Use the knowledge gained in this sectionin new situations or to solve relatedproblems.
Case study: the loss of Indonesian biodiversityStudents will do research on the loss of
Indonesian biodiversityStudents will develop their own interest in a
projectClass discussion
Presentation Debate on conservation
issues in Indonesia2 X (3 X 45’)
Resources:Text book (lists available on applications biology resources list) Internet Website (some lists provided on the internet resources list)VCD: Wildlife Indonesia (bbc.co.uk)VCD: State of the Planet by David AttenboroughCurrent issues from mass media related with conservation
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7. GENE TECHNOLOGY
Content1. Gene technology for insulin production2. Markers for genetic engineering3. Benefits and hazards of gene technology4. DNA sequencing and genetic fingerprinting5. Cystic Fibrosis6. Genetic screening and genetic counselling
Objectives:1. To understand how the human insulin gene can be transferred to bacteria in such a way that the bacteria become capable of synthesising
human insulin2. To be able to explain the need for promoters to be transferred along with genes during gene technology3. To be able to explain the role of fluorescent markers in gene technology – and why these are now used in preference to antibiotic resistance
genes4. To be able to describe the benefits and hazards of gene technology (with reference to specific examples) and discuss the social and ethical
implications5. To be able to outline the principles of electrophoresis (as used in genetic fingerprinting and DNA sequencing)6. To be able to describe the causes and outline the symptoms of Cystic Fibrosis ( as an example of a recessive genetic condition)7. To understand the extent to which progress has been made towards successful gene therapy for Cystic Fibrosis8. To be able to discuss the role of genetic screening for genetic conditions and the need for genetic counselling
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Time
Describe the steps involved in theproduction of bacteria capable ofsynthesising human insulin:
- identifying the human insulin gene- isolating mRNA and making
cDNA using- reverse transcriptase- cloning the DNA using DNA
polymerase
Introduce students with the concept using movieor animation related with gene technology
Students will be divided into groupsEach group research on different topicsStudents will present their work in form of poster
and paperPoster displayPeer evaluation based on rubrics created in the
class
Poster presentationPeer evaluation
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Time- inserting the DNA into a plasmid
vector- using restriction enzymes and
DNA ligase- inserting the plasmid vector into
the host bacterium- identifying genetically modified
bacteria using antibiotic resistancegenes
- cloning the bacteria and harvestingthe human insulin
- Explain the advantages of treatingdiabetics with human insulin producedby gene technology;
- Explain why promoters need to betransferred along with desired genes ingene technology;
- Explain why and how genes forenzymes that produce fluorescent oreasily stained substances are now usedinstead of antibiotic resistance genes asmarkers in gene technology;
Using cards of the insulin sequence procedure Students will rearrange the sequence of insulin
production Students will compare the two different
procedures of insulin production fromgenetically engineered humaninsulin, and pig or cow insulin.
QuizStudent performance rubric 2 X (3 X 45’)
- Describe the benefits and hazards ofgene technology, with reference tospecific examples;
- Discuss the social and ethicalimplications of gene technology;
Watching movie related with gene technology,e.g. Designer babies, Clone, etc.
Debate on the social and ethical implications ofgene technology based on the movie and society
Assessment on thedebate performance 3 X 45’
Outline the principles of electrophoresisas used in:
- genetic fingerprinting
Hands on trial: Students doing laboratory workon electrophoresis
Simulation Experiment: Students doing virtuallab work on DNA sequencing
Laboratory reportPerformance rubric 2 X (3 X 45’)
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Time- DNA sequencing; Watching movie related with Crime scene
investigation Problem Based Learning: Murder Case Studies:
Identify by using genetic fingerprintingtechnology: generate role play to investigatecrime scene.
- Describe the causes and outline thesymptoms of cystic fibrosis (CF) as anexample of a recessive genetic condition(reference should be made to CFTRprotein, Issues related to CF will needto be handled with sensitivity);
- Describe the progress towardssuccessful gene therapy for CF;
- Discuss the roles of genetic screeningfor genetic conditions and the need forgenetic counselling;
- Use the knowledge gained in thissection in new situations or to solverelated problems.
Students will doing research on causes,inheritance, symptoms, and gene therapytreatment of Cystic fibrosis disease.
Students will watch a movie related with geneticscreening and try to simulate a geneticcounselling.
Paper of the projectPresentationAssessment on thesimulation performance
2 X (3 X 45’)
Resources:Text book (lists available on applications biology resources list) Internet Website (some lists provided on the internet resources list)VCD: Designer babiesVCD: State CloneOne of CSI episode related with genetic fingerprinting
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8. BIOTECHNOLOGY
Content1. Industrial applications of micro organisms2. Batch and continuous culture3. Penicillin as an antibiotic4. Immobilisation of enzymes5. Monoclonal antibodies
Objectives:1. To be able to describe the use of micro organisms in the extraction of heavy metals from low grade ores2. To understand the terms Batch Culture and Continuous Culture and to be able to compare the advantages and disadvantages of each type of
culture with reference to the production of penicillin, protease enzymes and mycoprotein3. To be able to describe for penicillin (as an example of an antibiotic) its mode of action on bacteria and why it has no effect on viruses. Also,
the causes and effects of antibiotic resistance.4. To immobilise an enzyme in alginate and compare this with the use of an enzyme that has not been immobilised5. To be able to explain the use of dip sticks and biosensors in the quantitative measurement of glucose6. To be able to outline the hybridoma method in the production of monoclonal antibodies7. To evaluate the use of monoclonal antibodies in the diagnosis and treatment of disease and testing for pregnancy
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Time
Outline the use of micro organisms in theextraction of heavy metals from low gradeores;
Students will read articles of heavy metals extractions Students will discuss in pairs about the extraction
process Presentation
Presentation rubrics 3 X 45’
- Explain what is meant by the terms batchculture and continuous culture;
- Compare the advantages and disadvantagesof batch and continuous culture withreference to the production of secondarymetabolites (e.g. Penicillin), enzymes (e.g.Protease) and biomass (e.g. Mycoprotein);
Students will be given cards that shows thedifferences between batch culture and continuesculture and they will rearrange it
Students will be given sets of cards that showsadvantages and disadvantages of two differentcultures and they will have to classify and compare itand put the cards in front of the class
Student’s individualperformance rubrics 3 X 45’
Describe, for penicillin as an example of an Students will watch movie: Misused miracles Quiz and discussion 3 X 45’
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Timeantibiotic:
- The mode of action on bacteria andwhy it does not affect viruses
- Causes and effects of antibioticresistance;
Students will discuss in groups about the use, causesand effect of antibiotic
Immobilise an enzyme in alginate andcompare the ease of recovering the enzymeand ease of purification of the productcompared to the same enzyme that has notbeen immobilised;
Students will read an article of a food industry thatuses immobilized enzyme.
Students will discuss in groups to compare theproduct from an immobilized enzyme and the productthat use the same enzyme that has not beenimmobilised
Presentation rubric 3 x 45’
- Explain the principles of operation of dipsticks containing glucose oxidase andperoxidase enzymes, and biosensors thatcan be used for quantitative measurementof glucose;
- Outline the hybridoma method for theproduction of a monoclonal antibody
- Evaluate the use of monoclonal antibodiescompared to conventional methods fordiagnosis and treatment of disease, andtesting for pregnancy;
- Use the knowledge gained in this sectionin new situations or to solve relatedproblems.
Students will use cards that contain of methods ofimmobilized enzymes, they will work in groups andrearrange the cards
Students will research from the internet for theapplication of usage of immobilised enzyme in dailylife, e.g. glucose biosensor and production ofmonoclonal antibodies
PaperPresentation rubric 3 X (3 X 45’)
Resources:Text book (lists available on applications biology resources list) Internet Website (some lists provided on the internet resources list)
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9. CROP PLANTS
Content1. Crop plant reproduction2. Crop adaptations3. Methods to improve crops
Objectives:1. To be able to describe and explain structural features of a named, wind pollinated plant2. To compare the genetic outcomes of self and cross-pollination3. To be able to describe the structure of the fruit in maize and explain the function of the endosperm4. To be able to explain the significance of the inclusion of the grains of cereal crops in the human diet5. To be able to explain how the leaves of C4 plants (such as maize or sorghum) are adapted for high rates of carbon fixation at high temperatures6. To be able to explain how sorghum is adapted to survive in arid environments7. To be able to explain how rice is adapted to survive with its roots submerged in water8. To be able to explain various examples of how crop plants can be improved. :
Hybridisation to produce polyploidy in wheatInbreeding and hybridisation to produce vigorous, uniform maizeGenetic manipulation to enhance the vitamin A content of rice
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Time
- Describe and explain the structuralfeatures of a named, wind pollinatedplant;
- Compare the outcomes of self-pollination and cross-pollination interms of genetic variation;
- Describe the structure of the fruit inmaize and explain the function of theendosperm;
Students investigate the structural features of severalwind pollinated plants, compare them and draw themin small posters
Students watch movie “private life of plants” andmaking table of comparison between self-pollinationand cross pollination and related it with geneticvariation
Poster Shopping around theclass and class discussion 2 X (3 X 45’)
Explain the significance of the grains ofcereal crops in the human diet
Students investigate the importance of the grains inhuman diet and compare it with their daily diet intake
Assessment of the menuwith rubric 3 X 45’
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Time
Students will make a balanced diet menu that includecereal crops as their main carbohydrate source
- Explain how the structure of the leavesof C4 plants such as maize or sorghumare adapted for high rates of carbonfixation at high temperatures in termsof: • the high optimum temperatures of theenzymes involved
• the spatial separation of initial carbonfixation from the light-dependentstage (biochemical details of the C4pathway are not required);
- Explain how sorghum is adapted tosurvive in arid environments;
Project: Sorghum research projectStudents will research on: the places in the world where sorghum grown and
they will put marks on the world map how it is adapted to grow in these regions their structural adaptations comparison of advantages and disadvantages of C4
and C3 plants in term of obtaining energy from thesunlight
Clipping and paper of theprojectPresentation
2 X (3 X 45’)
Outline the following examples of cropimprovement:
- hybridisation leading to polyploidyin wheat
- inbreeding and hybridisation inproducing vigorous, uniform maize
- genetic manipulation to enhance thevitamin A concentration in rice;
Students will make concept map in a poster to showdifferent kind of crop improvement Poster presentation 3 X 45’
- Explain how rice is adapted to growwith the roots submerged in water interms of tolerance to ethanol andpresence of aerenchyma;
- Use the knowledge gained in thissection in new situations or to solverelated problems.
Planning investigation (paper 5)Field trip to the nearest rice fields to measure the
alcohol level of the waterThe tolerance of rice to ethanol
- Apparatus- Variables
Photomicrograph on the structure of rice toinvestigate the aerenchyma
Make own slides from the rice
Paper on the investigationSeminar 3 (3 X 45’)
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Resources:Text book (lists available on applications biology resources list) Internet Website (some lists provided on the internet resources list)VCD: Private Life of Plants by David Attenborough
10. ASPECTS OF HUMAN REPRODUCTION
Content1. Gametogenesis2. Roles of hormones in the menstrual cycle3. Controlling human reproduction
Objectives:1. To be able to describe the histology of the mammalian ovary and testis2. To be able to outline gametogenesis in the human male and female3. To be able to explain the role of hormones in maintenance of the human menstrual cycle and link this to changes in the ovary and uterus
during the cycle4. To be able to outline the biological basis of oestrogen / progesterone contraceptive pills5. To be able to discuss and evaluate the biological, social and ethical implications of the use of contraception6. To be able to outline the technique of in-vitro fertilisation (IVF) and discuss its ethical considerations7. To be able to use the knowledge gained in this section in new situations or to solve related problems
Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Time
Describe the histology of mammalianovary and testis;
Practical Students will see the microscope slideof the histology of mammalian ovary and testisand compare them with virtual slide picture.
Draw the picture in small posterwith different parts of the structure. 3 X 45’
Outline gametogenesis in a male andfemale human as a process involvingmitosis, growth, meiosis and maturation;
Students will explore and compare thedifferences between Spermatogenesis andOogenesis
Students will describe the process involved in
Poster presentationPeer Evaluation 3 X 45’
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Learning Outcomes Possible Activities Assessments Time
each stages
- Explain the role of hormones inmaintenance of the human menstrualcycle, and link this to the changes inthe ovary and uterus during the cycle;
- Outline the biological basis of theeffect of oestrogen/progesteronecontraceptive pills;
Female students will check their hormonelevels and make data handling of their ownmenstrual cycle (Home assignment)
Students will describe and explain each stepof the menstrual cycle process and related itwith the role of hormone
Students will research on the type ofcontraceptive pills and the biological basiseffect of the pills
PresentationClass Discussion 2 X (3 X 45’)
- Discuss and evaluate the biological,social and ethical implications of theuse of contraception
- Outline the technique of in-vitrofertilisation (IVF) and discuss itsethical implications;
- Use the knowledge gained in thissection in new situations or to solverelated problems.
Students will research on the use ofcontraception and in-vitro fertilisation in theirsociety and nearest hospital
Students will interview some of the element intheir society related with contraception and in-vitro fertilisation and discuss the ethicalimplications with them (doctors, patient,religious person, etc)
Students will have small discussion anddebate on the biological, social, and ethicalimplications of contraception and in-vitrofertilisation
Interview questionnaireDebate, Rubrics of student’sperformance during debate
3 X (3 X 45’)
Resources:Text book (lists available on applications biology resources list) Internet Website (some lists provided on the internet resources list)
http://higheredmcgraw-hillCurrent issues from mass media related with reproduction
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APPLICATIONS SYLLABUS
Many of the books previously used for the discontinued Options syllabus will be found to be usefulfor the Applications of Biology syllabus, and are listed below.
Clegg, C J and Mackean, D G (2000) Advanced Biology: Principles and Applications (2nd ed)(John Murray, www.johnmurray.co.uk) ISBN 0719576709
Jones, M and Jones, G (1997) Advanced Biology(CUP, www.cambridge.org) ISBN 0521484731
Phillips, W D and Chilton, T J (1994) A-Level Biology (revised ed)(Oxford University Press, www.oup.co.uk) ISBN 0199145849
Taylor, D J, Green, N P O, Stout, G W and Soper, R (1997) Biological Science 1 and 2 (3rd ed)(CUP, www.cambridge.org) ISBN 0521651787
Taylor, J (2001) Microorganisms and Biotechnology (2nd ed) Bath Advanced Science(Nelson Thornes, www.nelsonthornes.com) ISBN 0174482558
*Lowrie, P and Wells, S (2000) Microbiology and Biotechnology (2nd ed) Cambridge AdvancedSciences (CUP, www.cambridge.org) ISBN 0521787238
Austin, C R and Short, R V (eds) (1984) Hormonal Control of Reproduction(CUP, www.cambridge.org) ISBN 0521275946
Avery, R, Cuthill, I, Miller, R and Rowlands, G (1994) The Five Kingdoms Biology AdvancedStudies (Nelson Thornes, www.nelsonthornes.com) ISBN 0174482299
Baggott, L M (1997) Human Reproduction Cambridge Social Biology Topics(CUP, www.cambridge.org) ISBN 0521469147
*Taylor, D (2001) Growth, Development and Reproduction (2nd ed) Cambridge Advanced Sciences(CUP, www.cambridge.org) ISBN 0521787211
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Calladine, C and Drew, H (1997) Understanding DNA (2nd ed)(Academic Press, www.apcatalog.com) ISBN 0121550885
Dyson, T (1994) The Ethics of in Vitro Fertilization(Continuum International Publishing – Mowbray) ISBN 0264672836
*Gregory, J (2000) Applications of Genetics (2nd ed) Cambridge Advanced Sciences(CUP, www.cambridge.org) ISBN 0521787254
Hayward, G (1992) Applied Genetics Bath Advanced Science(Nelson Thornes, www.nelsonthornes.com) ISBN 0174385110
Nicholl, D S T (2002) An Introduction to Genetic Engineering (2nd ed) Studies in Biology(CUP, www.cambridge.org) ISBN 0521004713
Vardy, P (1999) The Puzzle of Ethics(Fount) ISBN 0006281443
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INTERNET RESOURCES LIST
Biological Sciences Review(Philip Allan Updates, www.philipallan.co.uk)
Stewart, A (1995-6) Lab notes: your up-to-date guide to research in genetics(Wellcome Centre for Medical Science, http://library.wellcome.ac.uk)
Hayward, D (2003) Teaching and Assessing Practical Skills in Science (Cambridge UniversityPress http://www.cambridge.org/education/international) ISBN 0521753597
Biology AS/A level review: www.biologymad.com
www.mrothery.co.uk
www.hhmi.org
www.bbc.co.uk
www.dnai.org
www.ygyh.org
www.enchantedlearning.com
Applications of biology:
Detailed overall review of Captive Breeding and Reintroductionhttp://darwin.bio.uci.edu/~sustain/bio65/lec23/b65lec23.htmBotanic Gardens Conservation International http://www.bgci.org.uk/Varied links to botanic garden websites http://nature.ac.uk/browse/580.73.htmlRoyal Botanic Gardens, Kew, London, UK http://www.rbgkew.org.uk/conservation/index.html
Review of the ethical implications of gene technology: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Genetic_engineering
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‘Benefits and risks’ and then ‘arguments for and against gene technology’ http://www.biotechnology.gov.au/index.cfm?event=object.showSitemapEthics of gene technology http://www.bbc.co.uk/religion/ethics/issues/genetic_engineering/index.shtmlhttp://soc.enotes.com/ethics-genetic-article http://www.i-sis.org.uk/GE-ethics.phphttp://www.ul.ie/elements/Issue6/Biosensors-%20Elements.htmGlucose biosensors: http://www.chemsoc.org/chembytes/ezine/1998/palmer.htmUsage of biosensors to measure glucose concentrations: http://www.lsbu.ac.uk/biology/enzyme/practical5.html
http://www.accessexcellence.org/RC/AB/IE/Monoclonal_Antibody.htmlhttp://www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/Animal_Alternatives/mabs.htmVirtual lab simulation of using monoclonal antibodies in diagnosis – click to enter labhttp://www.hhmi.org/biointeractive/immunology/vlab.html
http://www.science.siu.edu/plant-biology/PLB117/Nickrent.Lecs/Fruits.htmlhttp://quorumsensing.ifas.ufl.edu/HCS200/Seed.html
http://res2.agr.ca/CRECO/zea/zea01_e.htm http://www2.mpiz-koeln.mpg.de/pr/garten/schau/ZeamaysL./Maize.htmlhttp://www.genetics.org/cgi/content/full/148/3/923 http://maizeandgenetics.tamu.edu/hybridvigor.htmhttp://www.pioneer.com/usa/research/pipeline/articles/improving_products.htm
http://science.tjc.edu/images/reproduction/Index.htmhttp://www.columbia.edu/cu/biology/courses/w2501/histology.htmlwww.visualsunlimited.comGametogenesis: http://users.rcn.com/jkimball.ma.ultranet/BiologyPages/www.umanitoba.ca/Biology/lab14