This course is designed to cover High School level biology concepts. Using the textbook and some resources from Guest Hollow, the course will cover Cellular Structure and Function, Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration, the Cell Cycle, Genetics, DNA and Proteins, Classification, Ecology, Microorganisms, Plant Classification and Biology, and Animal Classification and Biology. The course will be taught from a Christian Worldview and will include discussions about creation vs evolution from a scientific perspective.
Labs will be included in the scope of the course; some done together and some done at home. A microscope and prepared slides will be required. Most other lab supplies are household items or can be easily and inexpensively ordered.
A combination of reading, lectures, videos, and written activities will help make this class accessible to all learning styles.
Required Course Materials: TBD
Course Fees: $499.00 | Payment Plans Available
Grade Levels: 9th-12th
Class Meeting Time: Thursdays, 1:30 – 2:30 PM ET
Your Teacher
Sue Manning
Science
Meet Sue
Sue is a mom of three and has been homeschooling since 2005. Her background is in Nursing, and she has taught homeschool science classes both in person and online for the last decade. She specializes in adapting difficult information for kids who struggle with reading and processing. Sue is also the President of the Maryland Association of Christian Home Educators.
Education:
B.S. Old Dominion University in Sports Medicine
B.S.N. Norfolk General Hospital in Nursing
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Biology
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