Biology 30

Overview

For students planning to attend university or another post-secondary institution
Diploma level course for Alberta High School students
Adheres to the mandated Alberta Education Program of Studies
Prerequisite: minimum 50% in Biology 20 (a strong work ethic and interest in life science topics and issues is recommended)
5 credit course

To develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to solve problems and make decisions about topics and issues related to Biology
To become a lifelong learner who maintains their sense of wonder about the world around them
To explore, analyze and appreciate the interrelationships among science, technology, society and the environment and to develop understandings that will affect the students’ personal lives, careers and futures

Students will be encouraged to develop attitudes that support the responsible acquisition of application of scientific and technological knowledge to the mutual benefit of self, society and the environment - interest in Biology, mutual respect, scientific inquiry, collaboration, stewardship & safety
Students will construct knowledge and understandings of concepts in life science, and apply these understandings to interpret, integrate and extend their knowledge
Students will develop an understanding of the nature of science and technology, the relationships between science and technology and the social and environmental contexts of science and technology
Students will develop the skills required for scientific and technological inquiry, for solving problems, for communicating scientific ideas and results, for working collaboratively and for making informed decisions.

Topics that are covered are:

Assessment will be ongoing with many formative tasks designed to help you direct your learning. Marks will be awarded based on a variety of summative assessments.
Class mark: based on tests and class work (e.g. labs, quizzes, assignments, projects, etc.)
Alberta Education Diploma Exams provides up-to-date information related to Diploma Exams and final mark calculation

Work consistently on the course and attend classes
Develop a personal learning plan (including a study schedule) and be prepared to revise this plan as needed
Be familiar with the course outcomes and requirements
Participate in formative assessment tasks designed to help you discover your learning needs in relation to course outcomes
Use all resources available (teacher, classmates, textbook, Brightspace by D2L, etc.) to address your learning needs
Advocate for yourself; if needed seek help to review and adjust your personal learning plan to ensure success in the course