Middle School Biology

(1 credit) Presents a detailed introduction to life sciences, including ecology and the environment, the basics of the cell, the theory of evolution, kingdoms of life (and viruses), and the human body systems. Students are guided through the scientific concepts and terminology with clear explanations and real-world examples that facilitate mastery. Practice problems and homework assignments reinforce the concepts and provide opportunities to apply new knowledge to personal experience, while labs and other exercises foster critical thinking. (31 lessons and submissions, 6 labs, 4 exams)