AP Biology Class Resources

Through overarching questions like: is an apple alive? why aren’t plants black? how do we know that species evolve? is mutation good or bad?, AP BIOLOGY will build connections between biology at the cellular and molecular level though to the environmental level. In addition, my goals for the course have been to better increase students critical thinking and problem solving abilities by actively requiring them to anticipate a scientific and experimental mindset in group discussions, journal readings, labs and activities. I’ve designed innovative and student-led inquiry experiments, activities, and experiences to allow students to think like a scientist and prepare them for what is on the horizon in biological research. Using my research experience and focus on molecular biology and genomics, students learn the most current and relevant content that supports their preparation for the AP Biology exam and more importantly for the rapidly changing field of biology.

• Explain biological concepts, processes, and models presented in written and oral format.

• Analyze visual representations of biological concepts and processes.

• Determine scientific questions and methods.

• Represent and describe data.

• Perform statistical tests and mathematical calculations to analyze and interpret data.

• Develop and justify scientific arguments using evidence.

• Creatively and comprehensively articulate approaches to ethical issues and social responsibility in a scholarly manner, citing specific evidence.