Welcome to Grade 11 University Biology!

What do we do in SBI3U?

• 5 units:

Diversity of Living Things

Genetic Processes

Evolution

Animals Structure and Function

Plants Anatomy, Growth and Function

EVALUATION – where your marks come from

• Knowledge and Understanding - 30%– unit tests

• Thinking (Inquiry) - 30%– Labs

• Communication - 20%– Oral and written work

• Application (Making Connections) - 20%– Case studies

70%

EVALUATION – where your marks come from

• Final Exam - 20%– During exam period, 2 hours long,

covers all units

• Performance Task - 10%– During class time, covers one or more

units– Lab and research skills learned

throughout the course

30%

Course Work:

-Knowledge/Understanding

-Thinking

-Communication

-Application

Exam and

Summative

Learning SkillsResponsibility – homework completion; lab

workIndependent Work – focus on the task in

class without prompts; works to end of periodOrganization – submits work on time; comes

to class with materials; ready to learnCollaboration - lab work, group workInitiative – starts work promptly; Q and A’sSelf Regulation – class behaviours;

perserverence (never gives up!)E = excellent G = goodS = satisfactory N = needs improvement

E = good marks

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Classroom ExpectationsClassroom Expectations• Respect each other, the equipment

and property in this room and the teacher

• Please don’t eat or drink in class (some exceptions). Water is acceptable.

• No electronic devices during lessons, quizzes, or tests.

• Be on time and prepared for class.

Attendance Attendance ExpectationsExpectations

• Class starts at the bell and ends at the bell. You are late if you arrive after the bell.

• Open your books etc. and be ready to start.

Handing in Handing in AssignmentsAssignments

• A due date is given for every assignment.

• If you cannot submit your assignment on time, please talk to me….I am reasonable ... to an extent.

What Happens If You Hand What Happens If You Hand An Assignment in Late with An Assignment in Late with

NO VALID REASONNO VALID REASON

• NOTE: A reason is only valid if:– You have talked to me at least a DAY

BEFORE the assignment is due.– You have a note from a parent or

guardian explaining why it is late.• YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO COME

IN TO FINISH THE ASSIGNMENT• A deduction of marks may result

for late assignments

UNIFORM

• Wear it – it’s not up for debate.

A Note on A Note on PlagiarismPlagiarism • All assignments must be completed INDIVIDUALLY. If you work with a friend, you must each use your OWN WORDS.

• Copying and pasting information from the internet or copying from books is UNACCEPTABLE.

• SUMMARIZE the information into your own words.

• If you choose to plagiarize, you will be required to redo the assignment or an alternative assignment. Your parents/ guardian will be notified. A penalty may be assigned.

WHEN CAN YOU COME WHEN CAN YOU COME IN TO SEE ME??IN TO SEE ME??

• Before school – I’m here by 7:45 am

• After school – I’m here until ????

• WHERE: science office in room 126, or here in room 128 with prep period 1.

HOW TO REACH ME HOW TO REACH ME ONLINEONLINE

www.rmcscience.ca

You don’t have to be as smart as Sheldon to obtain an outstanding mark in 3U Biology. However the more you study, the EASIER this course is. It is hard for those who are unprepared.

Where to get Information

• Check the website to find information regarding your homework, upcoming tests, and marks.