Mon & Tues. Evolution Test

6th Hour Test Average: 84%
7th Hour Test Average: 78%


Other News: Ryan Smith from Wichita State University will be helping out in 6th hour occassionally.

Test Next Class!

Test on evolution will be next class! If you have any questions or concerns over the weekend, feel free to email me at hkelderman@usd259.net . Also, if you feel the need to get together over the weekend to study just let me know. Have a wonderful weekend....and don't forget to squeeze some study time in! :-)

Evolution Study Guide

Terminology
Species
Adaptation
Evolution
Natural Selection
Overpopulation
Competition
Variations
Geographic Isolation
Continental Drift Theory
Mutations
Fossil
Relative Dating
Absolute Dating
Half-life
Gradualism
Punctuated Equilibrium
Fossil Record
Homologous Structures
Branching Tree

Key Questions
State how Darwin explained variations among similar species.
Explain how natural selection leads to evolution and the role of genes in evolution.
Describe how new species form.
Describe how most fossils form.
Explain how a scientist determines a fossil’s age.
Compare and contrast gradualism vs. punctuated equilibrium.
Describe the 3 categories of modern evidence used to support evolution.
See questions used during class for further questions.

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1-26 Thurs. & 1-27 Fri.

Thursday

1. Remaining Daily Science
2. Other Evidence for Evolution Notes
3. Cytochrome C Lab

Reminders: Test on Monday!

Friday Review Day!

1. Cytochrome C Lab
2. Quiz-Quiz Trade using question cards
3. Bingo Vocab?
4. Clicker Challenge (AKA Jeopardy)
5. Evolution Study Questions

1-25 Wed (7th Hour)

7th Hour

1. Remaining DS
2. Review card competition for candy
3. Finish up Nature @ Work Lab
4. Other Evidence for Evolution Notes
5. Reading Assignment: p. 289 Objectives, read p. 289-292

REMINDER: Review Session Next Class & Cytochrome C Lab

Mon. Jan. 23rd- Tues. 24th Agenda

Mon: 7th Hour

1. DS #47
2. Review card competition (next class)
3. Discussion of Origami Bird Lab
4. Fossil Record Notes
5. Nature At Work Lab (will finish next class)
6. Fossil Record Question Creation (next class)

No homework

Tues. Jan 24th

1. DS #47
2. Discussion of Origami Bird Lab
3. Fossil Record Notes
4. Review Card Competition
5. Other Evidence for Evolution
6. Cytochrome C & Hemoglobin Lab

Reminder: Test on Mon. Jan. 30th (6th Hr.) & Tues. Jan 31st (7th Hour)

Review Session: After school or at a coffee shop on the weekend??? Let me know.

Essential Study Hangouts

Over the years, I have to admit that I've learned that when it comes to places to study--home is the worst spot. Too many distractions...internet, silly brothers, and the TV just plain make it hard to study. In order to succeed in upper level classes and college it's essential that you find a place that you can go to just study....take a little break...and then go back to studying again. Here's some of the best places in town that I've found. If you've found some other good places drop in a comment...studying is all about the atmosphere.

1. Barnes & Noble: West side needs one badly but if you can snag a ride over to the east side--you're set. 29th & Rock
2. Borders: Getting a place to sit in the actual book area is next to impossible but you can usually find a place in the cafe. 21st & Maize
3. Lollicup Coffee & Tea: Snazzy little coffee shop that's only a bit north of North High near 21st & Waco. Quite quality...just went today and I liked it a lot. Good smoothies to boot. I think we should deem it the North High study site. Even have some food if need be. http://www.lollicup.com Flat screen TV, internet...flippin' sweet.
4. Evergreeen Branch Library: Great place to have some quiet and think. 29th & Arkansas

Embrace your inner geek and check these out. :-)

Have a great weekend!!! If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to email me at hkelderman@usd259.net or call my home phone.

Assignments Due Mon, Jan. 23rd

1. Reading Assignment: p. 309 objectives
2. Egyptian Origami Bird Lab: p. 212 #1, 2, 4
3. Who Should Have Access to Genetic Test Results? Writing
   

Xavier, Eugene, Zach, Eugene, Denisha, Matt, Javis, Isaiah, Abe: How Do I Want to be Remembered? 1 page essay

Upcoming Test

Evolution Test: Mon, January 30th & Tues, January 31st
Review Sessions: See upcoming posts

1-19 & 1-20 Agenda

Activities for 1-19 & 1-20:

1. DS #21
2. Review over previous days info using cards class created.
3. Finish up with Egyptian Origami Lab.
4. Reading Assignment: p. 309-312: Answer Objectives on p. 309

1-17-2006 Honors Bio Assignments

Thursday Reading Assignment:

1. Read p. 283-292.
2. After reading, answer Section 15-2 objectives which are found on p. 283.