Subject Group 4: Science Welcome to DP Biology! Introduction & Overview Biology is a natural science concerned with the study of life and living organisms. Modern biology is a vast and eclectic field composed of many specialized disciplines that study the structure, function, growth, distribution, evolution, or other features of living organisms. Biology is a content-heavy science course that involves a good amount of drawing and labelling. It also involves explaining step-by-step processes and conducting hands on experiments related to biological concepts. As with other sciences, it also involves learning a vast amount of new terminology. What Will You Study? Unifying concepts that govern all Biological study and research: The four basic biological themes include: 1. 2. 3. 4. The relationship between Structure and Function The theme of Universality versus Diversity The occurrence of Interactions and Interdependence Evidence of Continuity & Change ● Students will be challenged to think about how biology and emerging biological technologies exist within a global context. ● Laboratory work forms an integral part of the course. Course Layout GRADE 11 TOPICS There are six main units of study in DP Biology SL & HL: GRADE 12 TOPICS Topic 1 Ecology, Species, Communities & Ecosystems, Energy Flow, Carbon Cycle, Climate Change Topic 4 Topic 2 Genetics, Genes, Chromosomes, Meiosis, Inheritance, Genetic Modification & Biotechnology Cell Biology, Introduction to cells, Membrane structure, Membrane transport, Origin of cells and Cell division Topic 3 Molecular Biology, Molecules to Metabolism, Carbohydrates, Lipids & Proteins, DNA & RNA replication, Transcription & Translation, Cell respiration, Photosynthesis Topic 5 Evolution & Biodiversity, Evidence for Evolution, Natural Selection, Classification & Biodiversity, Cladistics Topic 6 Human Physiology, Digestion & Absorption, The Blood System, Immune System, Gas Exchange, Nervous System, Hormones, Homeostasis & How will you be assessed? Both HL and SL students are assessed by the following: Tests Paper 1 (36%) - Multiple Choice Questions Paper 2 (44%) - Short Answers, Extended-Response, and Lab-based Questions Internal Assessment/Labs (20%)- students create their own research question relating to the IB Biology syllabus. In order to answer their question students design and conduct their own lab experiment. Finally students display their IA journey through a lab report that they submit to the IB. Paper 1 Exam Sample Questions Section A - Multiple Choice Questions Paper 1 Exam Sample Questions Section B - Data-Based Questions Paper 2 Exam Sample Questions Short answer & extended response questions What resources do we use? We use two main textbooks: IB Biology Course Book HL & SL: Hodder Education IB Diploma Program C, J Clegg, Andrew Davis, & Christopher Talbot. - this is provided digitally on Managebac. IB Biology HL & SL Kognity Online Textbook this is an interactive online textbook that includes review questions and IB exam style practice questions. Who is suited for this subject? Students who are visual learners and like to draw and label may excel in this course - it is heavy in conceptual diagrams, images and new terminology. Students who were interested in Science in their MYP years would enjoy Biology (possibly due to conducting labs and their curiosity of the living tangible things around them). With the use of statistics, spreadsheets and many types of graphs along with new vocabulary, Mathematics and English proficiency are requirements for this course. If you dislike drawing, explaining processes and are disinclined towards dissecting organs and animals, this course may not be the best choice for you. University Requirements & Considerations Typical future majors for Biology students include: Human Biology, Psychology, Genetics, Microbiology, Environmental Science, Biotechnology, Nutrition, Agricultural Science, Zoology, Veterinary Medicine, Sports Science, Neuroscience, Biorobotics, Forensics, Pharmacology, etc. Universities may require students enrolling in Premed, Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, Medical Law, and Veterinary programs to have either Biology HL/SL as IB subjects. Chemistry Introduction & Overview The IB Chemistry program is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in the principles of chemistry while developing critical thinking, problem-solving, and experimental skills. The course is part of the IB Diploma Programme, which is recognized and respected worldwide for its rigorous academic standards and holistic approach to education. DP Chemistry Overview Chemistry HL/SL It is often called the central science as chemical principles underpin both the physical environment in which we live and all biological systems. Apart from being a subject worthy of study in its own right, chemistry is often a prerequisite for many other courses in higher education, such as medicine, biological science and environmental science. The sciences are taught practically. Students have opportunities to design investigations, collect data, develop manipulative skills, analyse results, collaborate with peers and evaluate and communicate their findings. The investigations may be laboratory based or they may make use of simulations and data bases. Students develop the skills to work independently on their own design, but also collegiately, including collaboration with schools in different regions, to mirror the way in which scientific research is conducted in the wider community. What will you study? Higher level (180 hours) ● ● Internal assessment (individual investigation): 20% External assessment: 80% Standard level (110 hours) ● ● Internal assessment (individual investigation): 20% External assessment: 80% Topics: Atomic Structure, Periodic Table, Acids and Bases, Chemical Reactions, Redox Processes and Organic Chemistry Skills: Chemistry Calculations, Internal Assessment Assessment Chemistry Resources Who is suited for this subject Students who like a practical work and have some mathematical ability Students who is ready to understand abstract nature of the subjects Students who are interested in medical or engineering careers Students who are willing to work extra University Requirements & Consideration ● Chemistry is recommended for students who plan to study science-related subjects such as medicine, biological science, environmental science, engineering at university, applied chemistry, biochemistry, environmental science, forensic science, and pharmacology. ● Chemistry is also recommended for students who may not intend to specialise in sciences in university but enjoy the challenges of learning about the physical world and our interactions with it. Physics Introduction 23-24 ➢ Physics seeks to explain the universe , from the very smallest particles to the vast distances between galaxies. observations remain essential to the very core of the subject. ➢ By studying physics students should become aware of the scientific method ➢ Teachers provide students with opportunities to develop manipulative skills, design investigations, collect data, analyse results, evaluate and communicate their findings. QUESTIONS HHHOW MANY GRAMS ARE THERE IN INSTAGRAM???? BIO & CHEM OR PHY& CHEM BIO STUDENTS & PHYSICS STUDENTS? PHYSICS CONCEPTS University Requirements & Consideration ● Physics is recommended to study science-related subjects such as engineering, Medicine,Architecture,computer science or another technical field at university. ● Also recommended for students who may not intend to specialise in sciences in university but enjoy the challenges of learning about the physical world and the way we need to interact with it in our daily lives and business. Who is suited for this subject Learn to love problem solving Good mathematical skills Good ATL skills Critical thinking skills SKILLS MYP DP LINK MYP DP ELECTRICITY AND MAGNETISM Particulate nature of matter (B) ENERGY AND WAVES Wave Behaviour (C) FORCES AND MOTION Space,time and Motion (A) PERIODIC TABLE Nuclear and Quantum Physics (E) CRITERIA A PAPER 1 & 2 CRITERIA B AND C IA,PAPER 1 SECTION B CRITERIA D PAPER 1 & 2 AND Resources used IB Physics Guide IB PHYSICS Course Book HL & SL: Oxford IB Diploma Program IB PHYSICS Course Book HL & SL: TSOKOS 7th Edition IB PHYSICS HL & SL Kognity Online Textbook IB QUESTION BANK-PAST IB PAPERS LOGGER PRO/EXCEL/GOOGLE SHEETS–GRAPHS DATA BOOKLET-FORMULAS What will you study? Higher level (240 hours) ● ● Internal assessment (individual investigation): 20% External assessment: 80% Standard level (150 hours) ● ● Internal assessment (individual investigation): 20% External assessment: 80% Topics: Atomic Structure, Periodic Table, Acids and Bases, Chemical Reactions, Redox Processes and Organic Chemistry Skills: Chemistry Calculations, Internal Assessment EXAMS!!! P1 36% P2 44% IA 20% Resources PhysicsPhyPDP Physics syllabus DP Physics textbook