2. HELLO!
My name is Leen Saadeh.
I will be your Biology teacher this year.
I am very passionate about Biology, since it is what I majored in.
It is my favorite branch of Science.
I am thrilled to share my passion with you throughout this year!
Biology allows me to understand the world around me, ask
questions, think and make observations to find answers which
makes it SUPER fun and interesting!
9. Course Overview
• This course helps you recognize the nature and scope of ecology and biology.
• You will learn about basic topics such as ecosystems, photosynthesis,..
• You will be engaged in scientific inquiry, investigations and laboratory experiments so that you
develop a conceptual understanding and basic scientific skills.
10. Course Standards
A Structure and Function: Understand that all life forms, at all
levels of organization, use specialized structures and processes
to meet life’s needs.
Organization for Matter and Energy Flow in Organisms:
Understand the source of energy and the flow of matter and
energy within an organism.
Matter and Energy Transformation in an Ecosystem:
Understand the cycles of matter and flow of energy in an
ecosystem.
Understand the nature of scientific knowledge.
Understand the scientific enterprise
Copied from Ahliah Science Standards
13. You will be
assessed
through
Quizzes
Lab Experiments & virtual
simulations
Assignments & web quests
Online Participation
Performance tasks
Tests
And many other forms!!!
14. Expectations
of our class
• Be ready
• Be prepared: Have whatever you need in front of you
• Class starts on the teacher’s call, after he/she sees everyone ready
and in place to start
• Avoid eating or drinking during class
Most importantly,
• Be ready to learn, be excited and engaged, stay focused and
attentive and have a positive spirit
