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Biology

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Syllabus

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Dear Students & Parents,

We are living in a modern technological period. Biology will have a large technological component. Students will gain the necessary critical thinking and biological skills to succeed in their future as well as use technology as an learning tool. Internet capability and computer availability will be extremely important next year. Biology will be mostly paperless.

Lagos does not always provide consistent internet service or electrical supply. There are two dangers to the expectation of computer & internet:

1. Power shortages & limited internet may cause some tasks to be late or missing, which could potentially impact the grade.

2. Teach biology without any technology expectations, which would cripple their chances of future success.

Future success far outweighs inconvenient isolated situations. Students will be provided a problem-solving technology flow chart to help minimize the impact of technological difficulties. Simply stated, inconveniences are inconvenient for everyone involved. There are no excuses in biology, only solutions. Students have attempted to use their situation as an excuse for laziness. We are living a world with high expectations. Future colleges will not accept living in Lagos as an excuses for fewer skills and less productivity.

This year I will be teaching in a unique variation of the flipped classroom. Check out the links below to get a better understanding about flipped classrooms.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9aGuLuipTwghttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=26pxh_qMppE

Students of Mr. Dissellʼs Biology class have been prepared to face an ever-changing world because my teaching evolves to meet the unpredictable future. Change can be a scary for anyone. Students will be challenged on several different levels. There will be struggles, but I have my studentʼs best interest at heart.

Sincerely,

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Welcome to BiologyBiology is devoted to the study of living things and their processes. Throughout the year this course provides and opportunity for students to develop scientific process skills, laboratory techniques, and an understanding of the fundamental principles of living organisms. Students will explore biological science as a process, cell structure and function, genetics and heredity, evolution and classification, diversity of living organisms and their ecological roles, and an introduction to animal structure and function.

Skills you will enhance.1. Use of technology as a tool.2. Communication3. Organization4. Graphing5. Critical thinking6. Debating7. Discussion8. Investigation Design9. Reading Analysis10.Abstract Thinking11.Lab Reports12.Presentation13.Cooperative Learning14.Lab Technique

TopicsSemester 1

EcologyBiochemistryCellular BiologyCell Respiration & Photosynthesis

Semester 2Molecular GeneticsMendelian GeneticsEvolutionHuman AnatomyEpidemiology

Mechanical Pencil with extra lead.College-Ruled Composition Notebooks. You will need 2 for the year.Colored Pencils8G Memory Stick

Material you need to bring to class daily.

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Final ExamYou will be given one final exam per semester. It will cover the content of the entire semester. A study guide will be provided. Each final exam will consist of 100 multiple choice and one essay question which connects concepts from multiple chapters.

Exams & QuizzesAn exam will be given at the end of each chapter or unit.Quizzes will be given frequently to assess practice of concepts. The four lowest quizzes will

be dropped each semester. This will account for absences. If you are present in class, you are required to take the quiz. If you are not prepared, your three

lowest scores will be dropped per quarter.There is no making up a quiz if you are absent. The quiz will not be a recorded grade.

Labs, Activities, & Reading AnalysisThis category involves skill development.You will be expected to conduct a lab and analyze data.Reflections are important to the learning process.Science is very relevant and changing. You will be expected to read & analyze current articles

about related topics in biology.

Classroom Contribution & Work EthicA great learning environment involves interaction between students and teacher through

discussions.Class time is very valuable. Those who utilize class time effectively, find success in biology.When one individual decides to waste class time, not only do they hurt themselves, but they

also distract others.

40% RuleYou cannot earn lower than a 40% on any significant assignments or exams > 50 points. This allows the potential to recover from an occasional poor performance.

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Assessments Product WorkClassroom Contribution Final Exam

Grading

45%5%

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You have 3 days to contest any grade. You have no case beyond this time limit. No name is no excuse for an extension.

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Absence PolicyIt is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY to make-up work.The day your return to school, you need to check Edmodo for your make-up work. Copy notes from another student with their permission.You get one additional day for every day absent to complete assigned product assignments.

(Example - Missed Tues., Product Assignment given for Thursday, we do not meet on Wednesday, due Friday for the Tuesday absent student). This does not apply for students absent for a school activity.

Turn in any work that was collected while you were gone. This is your responsibility!If you do not complete a lab within 2 days of your return, this will result in a zero!!! You are not

allowed to copy anyone else's data (See Plagiarism Rules). If your absence(s) are unexcused, you will receive a 8% deduction per day of absence and

suspension (Skip + 2 days Suspension = 24% Penalty) on the next exam.You will be expected to make-up a missed test in class the day you return to school.If you are absent the day of a review for the test, you are still expected to take the test the day

you return to school.

Cheating & Plagia!smCheating on a test or assignment will result in a grade of zero for everyone involved.Data for lab reports must be taken during lab. Copying of lab data is not allowed. Each

students is responsible for individual lab reports.If Turnitin.com states your work is less than 85% authentic, you plagiarized, which

results in a zero.

11/28/10 5:36 AMBiology Classroom Policies

Page 2 of 3http://www.ccs.k12.in.us/chsteachers/BYost/biopolicies.htm

5. ParticipationYou will be given 50 points at the beginning of each grading period. Points can be deducted forthe following reasons:

· Not following lab safety rules such as wearing goggles. You will be asked to sit down and youwill be unable to participate or to make up the lab, which will result in a zero.

· Not participating in labs, class activities, videos, and class discussions.· SLEEPING DURING CLASS DISCUSSION OR VIDESO OR NOT FOLLOWING LAB SAFETY RULES WILL

RESULT IN A ZERO FOR ALL CLASS ACTIVITIES/LABS FOR THAT DAY and 5 point deduction.· Failure to clean your lab station and glassware. All materials should be cleaned and returned to

the original set up. Failure to clean your station will result in points deducted from participation.· Your ability to participate in class discussion will be kept track of on a daily basis; completing

the readings and reading guides should prepare you for class discussion.· Disruptions or interruptions could result in points deducted from your participation grade.· If you have any electronical device such as a cell phone, IPod, headphones or other they will be

taken away from you and there will be a 5 point deduction.· Eating food, candy, drinks other than water, or suckers. · If you leave class to use the restroom or locker, it is a 5 point deduction from your participation

grade.· If you are visiting other lab stations for answers during a lab points will be deducted.· Messing with lab equipment without permission or breaking lab equipment from horseplay or

purposefully will result in a 10 point deduction.5. Lab:

You will be assigned lab groups.Sometimes you will turn in labs stapled together with your group, sometimes they will be handed inindependently, sometimes they will be graded in the binder, sometimes they are done simply forlearning and will not be graded, and other times you will be given a lab quiz.Your lab will be graded as a group if it is turned in as a group. Questions will be selected randomlyoff of each person’s lab to be graded. Be sure to discuss each answer thoroughly.

6. Grades:

Grades are weightedq Tests 40% q Labs/Activities/Lab Reports/Projects 30%q Homework 10%q Participation (Portfolio and class behavior) 20%

· Cheating will not be tolerated and will result in a ZERO on any test, quiz, lab, or homeworkassignment for both parties involved (THIS INCLUDES COPYING

SOMEOME ELSE’S WORK AND PLAGIARISM.) SCHOOL WIDE GRADING SCALE:A = 100-93 B+ = 89-87 C+ = 79-77 D+ = 69-67 F = 59 and belowA- = 92- 90 B = 86-83 C = 76-73 D = 66-63

B- = 82-80 C- = 72-70 D- = 62-60

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A comprehensive final exam will be given each semester. It will be worth 20% of your grade.

Keys for Success in Biology• Have a positive attitude! • I am here to help you succeed, so feel free to ask me for help. I am available before and after

school in my room • Ask lots of questions. If you are unclear about something from the textbook, lab, or• from discussion, ask. • Make sure that you understand how the lecture, homework, and labs interrelate.• Labs and homework are designed to reinforce significant ideas from the text. Make sure that you

see these connections. • Start studying for tests early. By studying and reviewing each night you are not only helping to

prepare for the test more effectively, you are also more prepared for class each day and any quizzes that may be given.

CommunityIt is extremely important in science, and in life, that you become involved in the learning process to fully understand the concepts being presented. This includes being prepared for class, individual responses, and group interactions. Furthermore, due to the group work nature of this class it is essential that you are in class to complete your obligations to your group. Lateness or lack of attendance or lack of participation is disruptive to group functioning. Community also includes, among other things, class participation, time management, effort, and perseverance. You will not receive a direct grade for these items, but failure to consider their importance to your success will, no doubt, cause you to do worse than your potential would otherwise allow. These are also the types of things that show up as comments on the report card or that teachers remember when they write letters of recommendation.

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Late Work (Present)= 0 for assignments < 30 points= -20% for assignments > 30 points (each day it’s late)Late Work (Absent) - See Absence Policy= You are allowed 1 additional day for each day absent for assignments given on the day of absence. Then previous penalties apply.

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Paperless ClassroomClassroom Task Media Transformation & Storage End Product

Virtual Notebook www.edmodo.comSign on as a student.Put in your group code.Set up your profile.

Get Parent Code from Teacher.Parents register.

Virtual Notebook

Science Reading Analysis

www.edmodo.comSign on as a student.Put in your group code.Set up your profile.


Reading Analysis Report

Lab Notes



Lab Report

Video Notes



Video Analysis

Screen Cast


Get Parent Code from Teacher.Parents register. Jing Link to assignment dropbox

Self-Quizzing Results



Quiz Results

Blogging



Blog

Podcast Project Memory Stick Podcast Presentation

iMovie Project

Memory StickiMovie Presentation

Grades Edline Grades

Screencast Jinghttp://www.techsmith.com/jing.html

Khan Academy Style Lesson.

Daily Reflection/Summary Log Twitter Review Log reflecting the main ideas from each day and different members of class.

Article & Video Reviews

Twitter

Reviews

Test Question Posting

Twitter

Thought-Provoking Review Questions

Take a Poll

Twitter

Use Poll to facilitate a discussion.

IA Lab Reports + Paper Copy Managebac IA Lab Reports

Lab Report

ManagebacLab Report

Forms, Rubrics, & Quest Requirements Mr. Dissell’s Wiki Resources & Organization

BioLevel 1 Assessments Quia Scores & Experience Points

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Group Work

Looks Like... Sounds Like...

Students working together Students discussing/questioning

Students reading/writing Students using 1m voices

Students discussing Students sharing work

Students questioning each other Students reading

Students sitting as a group

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SCIENCE&INTERACTIVE&NOTEBOOK

Interactive*science*composition*books*are*used*to*help*you*learn*and*remember*important*scienti6ic*concepts.**Why*do*they*work?**This*notebook*style*uses*both*the*right*and*left>brain*hemispheres*to*help*you*sort,*categorize,*remember,*and*

creatively*interact*with*the*new*knowledge*you*are*gaining.

Guidelines:

1. Every*Interactive*Notebook*should*be*organized*in*the*following*way:*right*side*for*THROUGH'ACTIVITIES!(lecture*notes,*labs,*tables*and*charts,*teacher*directed*activities)*and*the*left*side*has*two*parts,*IN*(all*warm*up*or*bell*ringer*activities)*and*the*OUT*(all*exit*tickets,*end*of*class*review*questions,*re6lections*and*summaries*of*that*day’s*class)*See*table*below.*

2. Pages*should*be*labeled*and*numbered*consecutively*with*L*and*R.*The*left/right*pages*have*the*same*number*but*an*L*or*R*designation*following*the*page*number*(i.e.;*14L*and*14R).*

3. Each*page*should*have*a*DATE*and*TITLE*on*the*top*of*the*RIGHT*SIDE.*

4. When*you*are*absent*you*are*responsible*for*getting*the*missing*IN*and*THROUGH*information*from*another*student*as*well*as*completing*the*OUTPUT*that*you*missed.*

How&to&Organize&Your&Composition&BookLeft&Side&(IN&and&OUT) Right&Side&(THROUGH)

What*goes*on*the*LEFT*side?IN:*

• Warm*up*questions• Bell*ringer*activities

OUT:*• Brainstorming*********• Concept*maps,*6low*charts,*Venn*diagrams**************• Pictures,*drawings*or*diagrams• Poems,*songs• Self*re6lections• Questions,*ideas• Vocabulary*words

What*goes*on*the*RIGHT*side?THROUGH:*

• Notes*from*lectures• Movie*notes/questions• Book*notes/questions• Labs*(“in*class”*labs,*mini>labs)• Research*Information• Any*other*type*of*INPUT*you*get*in*class• Data*charts*and/or*graphs*from*labs

The&importance&of&the&left&side:The*importance*of*the*IN*portion*of*the*left*side*is*to*focus*your*attention*and*possibly*to*review*content*from*previous*classes.**It*is*expected*to*be*completed*within*the*6irst*10*minutes*of*class.*

The*OUT*portion*of*the*left*side*demonstrates*YOUR*understanding*of*the*information*from*the*right*side*page.**You*work*with*the*THROUGH,*and*INTERACT*with*the*information*in*creative,*unique,*and*individual*ways.**The*left*side*helps*focus*your*attention*and*guides*your*learning*of*the*science*content*and*concepts.*Be*creative!**You&are&expected&to&complete&the&OUT&side&of&the&notebook&before&you&leave&class&or&as&homework.&&Every&page&of&THROUGH&requires&an&OUT&portion!&The&OUT&portion&does&not&have&to&be&a&complete&page.&&Quality&OUTPUT&is&more&meaningful&than&quantity!!

Grading&the&Notebook:The*Interactive*Science*Notebook*will*be*checked*at*random*as*well*as*on*test*days.*It*will*be*worth*a*15*point*grade:** 15*=*Wow!* 13*=*Above*Average** 12*=*Met*Expectations* 11*=*Made*an*attempt,*but*needs*improvement* **0*=*No*Notebook*

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Virtual NotebookTo supplement your notes and learning, you will be utilizing the internet to reinforce the concepts covered in class. You will have a choice about your learning process. I have listed 10 choices for you to pick from. Each day you take notes in class, you are expected engage in one of the options. You cannot use one option more than twice in a unit for credit. Mr. Dissell will identify which dayʼs you will be expected to add an entry into your virtual notebook.

Virtual Notebook Procedure

1. Write the date at the top of your entry. 2. Choose an option to help your learning.3. Find what you need on the internet.4. Cut & paste the web address under the date.5. Write the title of the site under the address.6. Complete the option.7. Write a Reflection

a. What did you learn? b. How did it relate to biology class? c. Would you recommend this to others? Explain your reasoning.

Options:1. Watch a Video Tutorial.2. Find an Animation.3. Find a Virtual Lab.4. Find a Related Science News Article.5. View a Subject-Related Video.6. Participate in a Blog.7. Construct a Glog. 8. Take a Quia Quiz.9. Create a Crossword Puzzle.10. Locate a Related Diagram.

What does it look like?9/15/2012

http://www.brightstorm.com/science/biology/evolution/darwins-theory-of-evolution/BrightStorm - Darwinʼs Theory of Evolution

I learned the fundamentals of evolution as well as natural selection and genetic drift. His description highlighted our introduction to evolution. He brought up a new concept of Genetic Drift, which I found very interesting. I liked the way he explained artificial selection by mentioning Paris Hiltonʼs dog. I would recommend this video to anyone. It really reinforces the discussion & notes from class. I feel my understanding has improved greatly. My quiz will prove it.

The key concepts which were discussed were:Acquired Inheritance - Best explanation at the time by Lamarck. (incorrect today)- Example - Stretching Giraffe necks.Evolution by Charles Darwin- Groups of organisms will undergo genetic change over time due to natural selection.- If enough change occurs, this can create new species from pre-existing ones.Artificial Selection - Humans can select and breed for traits with several animals and plants. This provided rationale for Biological Evolution.Natural Selection- Those with a genetic trait that increases the chance of offspring will pass their genes on

to the next generation more than those without it.Genetic Drift- Random genetic changes in small groups. - Mutations or catastrophic eventsEvidence - Fossils, Embryology, Comparative Anatomy, Molecular Biology

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Rating Characteristics

4 Exceptional. The blog post is focused and coherently integrates examples with

explanations or analysis. The post demonstrates awareness of its own

limitations or implications, and it considers multiple perspectives when

appropriate. The entry reflects in-depth engagement with the topic.

3 Satisfactory. The blog post is reasonably focused, and explanations or analysis

are mostly based on examples or other evidence. Fewer connections are made

between ideas, and though new insights are offered, they are not fully

developed. The post reflects moderate engagement with the topic.

2 Underdeveloped. The blog post is mostly description or summary, without

consideration of alternative perspectives, and few connections are made

between ideas. The post reflects passing engagement with the topic.

1 Limited. The blog post is unfocused, or simply rehashes previous comments,

and displays no evidence of student engagement with the topic.

0 No Credit. The blog post is missing or consists of one or two disconnected

sentences.

Blog Grading Rubric

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Unit Tasks Weekly Tasks Daily Task Options

Reading Analysis Week in Review Jing Podcast QuizReading Analysis Week in Review Jing PodcastTwitter Summary

Lab Video Analysis (Biweekly) Virtual Notebook Entry

Exam ActivityExamEdmodo Task

Exam

Notes

Exam

Critical Thinking

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Technology Trouble-Shooting Flow-Chart

Does the task requires the internet to complete and turn it in?

Does the task require the internet to only turn it in?

My internet is out!!!

Solutions1. Check with neighbors to see if their

internet is working. 2. Call friends who live in close

proximity.3. Write out a step-by-step plan for

when you gain access to the internet. This will save you time later.

4. Get your computer prepared as much as possible.

5. Get to school early or after school & use Mr. Dissellʼs computers.

6. Find alternative means to accomplish the task. Show ingenuity.

7. Do NOT wait until the last moment to complete a large project. Procrastination is not an acceptable excuse.

1. Complete the project on your computer

2. Save to a memory stick & bring to class.

3. Upload from Mr. Dissellʼs computers before school.

Not Solutions1. A note or email from parents stating the internet was not functioning.2. Excuses.3. Blaming others.4. Small tasks will only leave a minor impact on the overall grade. The

infrequent circumstance should not destroy any grade.

Homework via technology can have problems, such as inconsistent internet service. You will have particular tasks assigned during the week, but we meet every other day. You will have 2 nights to accomplish your assignment. Waiting for the night before is, therefore, your choice. It is not a reason to not have an assignment complete on its due date. Internet problems in consecutive nights is not an acceptable reason to not complete your work. Do not procrastinate your work. There are several solutions which would allow you to complete your work.

When the going gets tough, the tough make it happen, no matter the inconvenience.

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Classwork Flow-Chart

Entering ClassWarm-up

Study for Quiz

Activity

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Expanding Your Mind

Show Me What You Learned

Video

Life ExperiencesThink-Pair-ShareSocratic Seminar

Poll/SurveyFormative Assessment

LectureDiscussion

VideoPodcast

Socratic SeminarFlip Class

LabActivity

Mental ExerciseBlog/Twitter

Jing-castArticle/Video ReviewDiigo Web Analysis

Animations

QuiaTwitter Reflections

JingQuiz/Test

Journal Reflection

iMovieGroup Product

Lab ReportGraph It!

Create a SG

Act it OutStoryboard

Edmodo QuizEdmodo Reflection

Podcast

Case StudyDebate

Venn Diagram

Brainstorm

BrightstormKhan AcademyMr. Dʼs Podcast

Study Guide

Apply Your Ideas

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Web Sites to BookmarkBrightstorm - Biology Tutorial Videos- http://www.brightstorm.com/

Online Biology Textbook - http://www.emc.maricopa.edu/faculty/farabee/biobk/biobooktoc.html

Generalized Science Video Analysis

Title of Video -

Video Summary - 1-3 Paragraphs

Key Scientific Concepts Associated to the Purpose of the Video.

Video Review - What did you like or dislike? Who would you recommend it to? Give it a star rating (1-5 star).

DNA Tube - Amazing Science Videos- http://www.dnatube.com/

Biology Corner- http://www.biologycorner.com/

Cells Alivehttp://www.cellsalive.com/

Biology Spark Noteshttp://www.sparknotes.com/biology/

Khan Academyhttp://www.sparknotes.com/biology/

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Your lab report should be typed with bold headings matching the check-list below. Use scientific terminology, correct grammar/punctuation (avoid pronouns, especially the words ”we,” “it” or “I”).

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SCIENTIFIC ARTICLE SUMMARY

A. Primary Claim: In 3-5 sentences and in your own words, identify what the article is about. B. Supporting Evidence/Facts: In your own words, identify 5 statements/pieces of information that the article supplies to support the primary claim.

C. List three (3) scientific concepts you knew prior to reading, which helped you understand the reading.

D. List of new scientific vocabulary with definition.

E. Summarize the article using Parts A and B so that another high school student would understand the premise of the article.

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1. Use graph paper. 2. Use pencil and ruler. 3. Make sure your graph is a good size. 4. Draw in the two axes with a ruler. 5. Put the independent variable on the horizontal axis. 6. Scales on each axis should go up evenly (but do not necessarily have to start at zero). 7. Scales increase upwards and from left to right. 8. Adjust the scale to fit the range of data (so that it covers the highest and lowest value). 9. Give your graph a title which explains what it is about (try to include the variables). 10. Plot the points accurately with a small ‘x’ or a dot. 11. Label both axes with the name of the variable and the units (use abbreviations for

scientific units). 12. Use a key with plotting symbols if you plot several lines.

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Biology Classroom Management Policy * Every choice you make in life has a consequence. *

** There are positive consequences and negative consequences. ***** The choices you make determine the type of consequences you receive. ***

Classroom RULES and EXPECTATIONS 1. Do not disrupt the class in any way. No form of disruptive behavior will be tolerated!!!

2. Everyone here has the right to learn. Do not distract from the learning of others!!!

3. NEVER argue with or talk back to the teacher!!!!!!!!!!!!

4. Be Prepared & Be On Time!!!

5. Always observe and follow all safety procedures set-up in this classroom.

6. Always follow the principles of Honesty, Caring, Respect and Responsibility [HCRR] in regard to the people, equipment, and furnishings of this room.

7. Always observe and follow the policies in your Student Handbook.

8. Food and beverages, other than water, are not allowed.

If you CHOOSE to Break a RULE: * There is a negative consequence.*

1st Incident: Verbal Warning 2nd Incident: Sent to Hallway for Private Conference & Respect Reflection 3rd Incident: 30 Minute Detention (Call Home) 4th Incident: Removal from class & PArent Meeting

*The teacher reserves the right to change the order of the consequences according to the severity of the offense.*

If you CHOOSE to Follow the RULES consistently:* There are positive consequences.*

Praise (given daily) The Joy of Learning (daily) Free Time (random) Positive Notes (random) Music Minutes (random) Homework passes (random) Use of Study Guide on Tests/Quizzes

STUDENTS: I have read this classroom management policy and understand it. I will honor it while in room H-101.

Signature: ____________________________________________________ Date: ___________________

PARENTS: My child has discussed the classroom management policy with me. I understand it and will support it.

Signature: ____________________________________________________ Date: ___________________

TEACHER: I will be fair and consistent in administering the classroom management policy.

Signature: ____________________________________________________ Date: ___________________

" " " Praise"" " " " " The Joy of Learning" " " Far Side Fridays" " " " Positive Emails" " " Extended Privileged"" " " Benefit of the Doubt" " " Mr. Dissellʼs Respect" " " Good Recommendations

A302.

Complete this by the second day.

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Cut out & glue or tape this inside the cover of your Composition Notebook.

Print & Cut out all of these symbols for the front cover of your Biology notebook. Mr. Dissell will tell you which one is assigned to your class. This is the first graded task.

How&to&Organize&Your&Composition&BookLeft&Side&(IN&and&OUT) Right&Side&(THROUGH)

What%goes%on%the%LEFT%side?IN:%

• Warm%up%questions• Bell%ringer%activities

OUT:%• Brainstorming%%%%%%%%%• Concept%maps,%Blow%charts,%Venn%

diagrams%%%%%%%%%%%%%%• Pictures,%drawings%or%diagrams• Poems,%songs• Self%reBlections• Questions,%ideas• Vocabulary%words

What%goes%on%the%RIGHT%side?THROUGH:%

• Notes%from%lectures• Movie%notes/questions• Book%notes/questions• Labs%(“in%class”%labs,%miniTlabs)• Research%Information• Any%other%type%of%INPUT%you%get%in%

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