The document provides an overview of the discussion topics and assignments for 5 weeks of a biology course on insects (BIO 335). It includes: 1) A list of the weekly discussion topics which assess insect anatomy, habitats/life cycles, taxonomic keys, ecological interactions, and human interactions. 2) For each week, an initial discussion question and instructions to post a response and reply to classmates. 3) A reminder at the end of each section to visit the course website for additional classes.

1. BIO 335 All Discussions
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BIO 335 Wk 1 Discussion - Physiological Function
Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation.
This includes your initial post and 2 replies to other students.
Due Thursday
Respond to the following in a minimum of 200 words:
In Week One we assess Insect Anatomy. We begin by identifying the external anatomical
features used in keying insects into taxonomic groups. Additionally, we explain the
relationship between the internal structures and physiological function of insects.
Consider the reading and activities that you have completed this week.
What physiological function of insects do you find most fascinating? Why?
Due Monday
Reply to at least 2 of your classmates. Be constructive and professional in your responses.
Responses to classmates do not have a word count requirement, but they should be
thorough and substantive!
BIO 335 Wk 2 Discussion - Abiotic or Biotic Factors

2. Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation.
This includes your initial post and 2 replies to other students.
Due Thursday
Respond to the following in a minimum of 200 words:
In Week Two we assess Insect Habitats and Life History. This includes describing the
ecological interactions that affect the population dynamics of insects. Along those lines, we
will explore how insect behavior patterns relate to those same population dynamics. Finally,
we explain how abiotic and biotic factors insect behaviors and interactions.
Consider the reading and activities that you have completed this week.
Which do you find more influential on insect behavior: abiotic or biotic factors? Why?
Due Monday
Reply to at least 2 of your classmates. Be constructive and professional in your responses
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BIO 335 Wk 3 Discussion - Taxonomic or Dichotomous
Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation.
This includes your initial post and 2 replies to other students.
Due Thursday
Respond to the following in a minimum of 200 words:
In Week Three we assess Identifying Insects Using Taxonomic Keys. We begin by
analyzing those embryological features and development patterns that are relevant to
identifying adult insects. We also learn to identify adult insects using either a taxonomic or
dichotomous key. When done, students will be able to explain how to use a taxonomic or
dichotomous key to identify insect orders.
Consider the reading and activities that you have completed this week.
Which key do you prefer to use for identifying insect orders: taxonomic or dichotomous?
Why do you prefer that key?
Due Monday

3. Reply to at least 2 of your classmates. Be constructive and professional in your
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BIO 335 Wk 4 Discussion - Insect Mechanisms for Parasitizing or Eating
Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation.
This includes your initial post and 2 replies to other students.
Due Thursday
Respond to the following in a minimum of 200 words:
In Week Four we discuss Ecological Interactions of Insects. We will begin by analyzing
the complex social systems that can be present in an insect species. Additionally, we will
compare the mechanisms used by insects for both parasitizing and eating other
organisms.
Consider the reading and activities that you have completed this week.
Which insect mechanisms do you find most fascinating for either parasitizing or eating
other organisms? Why?
Due Monday
Reply to at least 2 of your classmates. Be constructive and professional in your
responses.
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BIO 335 Wk 5 Discussion - Controlling Common Household Insects
Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days for full participation.
This includes your initial post and 2 replies to other students.
Due Thursday
Respond to the following in a minimum of 200 words:

4. In Week Five we assess Insects and Human Interactions. This week begins with
discussing the interactions between humans and insects. We will also determine how
integrated pest management (IPM) principles affect environmental and community health.
Finally, we will evaluate the methods used to control common household insects.
Consider the reading and activities that you have completed this week.
What methods do you personally use to control common household insects? Why do you
use these methods?
Due Monday
Reply to at least 2 of your classmates. Be constructive and professional in your
responses.
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