Biology Basic
Standard 1:
Science as Inquiry
Benchmark: Understand that the scientific method is
important in scientific investigations
a.
TLW define the major parts of the scientific method
b.
TLW gather data and use charts and graphs to show patterns in that data
c. TLW describe patterns and trends in data
Standard 3:
Life Science
Benchmark: Understand cells and cell processes
a. TLW distinguish between eukaryotic and
prokaryotic cells
b. TLW identify major organelles located within
eukaryotic cells
a. TLW describe the cell’s role in how animals and plants
maintain a constant internal environment
Benchmark: Understand the major systems of the human
body
a. TLW recognize the major organs of each system
b. TLW identify the major functions of each system
Benchmark: Understand
the principles of genetics
a. TLW recognize the structure of DNA and RNA
b. TLW decipher major patterns of inheritance
c. TLW solve genetic problems
Benchmark:
Understand the Theory of Evolution
a. TLW evaluate the evidence used to support
the Theory of Evolution
Benchmark: Understand how life on Earth is
classified
a. TLW recognize the levels that are used in modern
classification
b. TLW identify organisms that belong to each of the kingdoms,
and summarize the major characteristics of organisms in each kingdom
Benchmark: Understand
ecological relationships
a. TLW recognize the interdependence of
organisms with each other and the environment
Standard 5:
Science and Technology
Benchmark: Understand technology’s place in science
a. TLW use available technology in his/her
investigation of biology
Standard 6:
Science in Personal and Social Perspective
Benchmark: Understand how the study of genetics
affects their life
a. TLW evaluates his/her position on the use of
human genetic research to improve the human race
Standard 7:
History and Nature of Science
Benchmark: Become familiar with scientists whose
research has led to modern scientific thought
a. TLW identify scientists who have made an
impact on our knowledge of modern science