Wednesday, December 19, 2012 - WUP #11

WARM UP #11

Big Idea 2: Biological systems utilize free energy and

molecular building blocks to grow, to reproduce and to

maintain dynamic homeostasis.

Objective:

Students will differentiate between various functional groups in order to formulate an argument.

Enduring understanding 4.A: Interactions within biological systems lead to complex properties. 

Essential knowledge 4.A.1: The subcomponents of biological molecules and their sequence determine the properties of that molecule.

Learning Objectives:

• The student is able to explain the connection between the sequence and the subcomponents of a biological polymer and its properties.
• The student is able to refine representations and models to explain how the subcomponents of a biological polymer and their sequence determine the properties of that polymer.
• The student is able to use models to predict and justify that changes in the subcomponents of a biological polymer affect the functionality of the molecule.

Warm Up/Things to Do:

1. 30 second topic discussion Bell Ringer Activity - Conducted with your 6 o'clock partner.

        Now Collecting:

1. Extension Activity

Today's Menu of Activities/Classwork:

• Notes:  Ch. 4:  Carbon and the Molecular Diversity of Life
• Organic chemistry is the study of carbon containing compounds
• Carbon atoms can form diverse molecules by bonding to four other atoms
• A few chemical groups are the key to the functioning of biological molecules. 
• Foldable:  Functional Groups
• Making Money with Functional Groups

Closure:

• Exit Ticket Quiz 

Homework:

• Functional Groups Foldable
• Tonight's Extension Homework is a Flipped Assignment.  After viewing the following video, prepare 10 bulleted notes and 5 questions that come to mind during the viewing of the video.

 

The 2-1-4 Challenge - Challenge #9

3 Bonus Points towards next exam

2 Facts:

• This place was home to a once famed abolitionist, runaway slave, abolitionist, who also advocated for civil rights.  This individual was also an author and statesmen.
• From this location, you can take in an awe-inspiring view of our Nation's Capital. 

1 Clue:

• This 6 - 14 bedroom home was built between 1855 and 1859 by an architect from Philadelphia.

4 Pictures:

 

  

SAT Word of the Day:

Monday, December 17 – CANVAS (n.) – a piece of cloth on which an artist paints
In the advanced art class, the students learned to paint on canvas rather than paper.

Tuesday, December 18 – CAPRICIOUS (adj.) – impulsive, unpredictable, subject to
whim
The boy seemed very capricious about choosing a college because one day if was Yale
and the next day the community college.

Wednesday, December 19 – CAPTIVATE (v.) – to hold the interest of, to gain the
attention of
The work in the summer program must have captivated the students’ attention because
they came back day after day.

Thursday, December 20 – CAROUSE (v.) – to revel, to party
The students caroused after their graduation because all their hard work finally was done.

Friday, December 21 – CAVITY (n.) – a hole
In the biology class, the students dissected a frog to see the organs in its abdominal
cavity.

Wednesday, January 2 – CAVORT (v.) – to frolic, leap, prance
Students should not cavort in the halls because it is so crowded.

Thursday, January 3 – CELESTIAL (adj.) – relating to the sky or heavens
An astronomer is an expert when it comes to celestial bodies.

Friday, January 4 – CHASTISE (v.) – to criticize, to scold
The administrator chastised the student for being late for class five minutes.

Announcements:

• Virtual Chat/Study Sessions Facilitated by Mrs. Berkeley, Led by Study Captains.  Check the following link: www.todaysmeet.com/apbiostudysession

• Please water your plants, which may be found in either Ms. Gunn's or Ms. Siebert's room.

Writing Prompts:

• Delineate -- to describe, portray, or set forth with accuracy or in detail

• Describe -- Give an account in words of (someone or something), including all the relevant characteristics, qualities, or events.
• Contrast -- to compare in order to show unlikeness or differences;
• Defend -- to support an argument, theory, etc.) in the face of criticism; prove the validity of
• Evaluate -- to judge or determine the significance, worth, orquality of

Important Links:

www.tinyurl.com/thebuzzwithberk

www.tinyurl.com/berkeleysymbaloo

www.edmodo.com -- Group Access 9nr351

twitter:  @thebuzzwithberk

study chat room:  www.todaysmeet.com/apbiostudysession

www.masteringbiology.com

Student Access Code:

SSNAST-CLXII-BLAND-HENNA-TOPAZ-MILES

  

Class Calendar 

Tuesday, December 18, 2012 - WUP#10

WARM UP #10

Objective:

Students will differentiate between various functional groups in order to formulate an argument.

Enduring understanding 4.A: Interactions within biological systems lead to complex properties. 

Essential knowledge 4.A.1: The subcomponents of biological molecules and their sequence determine the properties of that molecule.

Learning Objectives:

• The student is able to explain the connection between the sequence and the subcomponents of a biological polymer and its properties.
• The student is able to refine representations and models to explain how the subcomponents of a biological polymer and their sequence determine the properties of that polymer.
• The student is able to use models to predict and justify that changes in the subcomponents of a biological polymer affect the functionality of the molecule.

Warm Up/Things to Do:

1. Entry Ticket Quiz 

        Now Collecting:

1. Extension Activity
2. Reading Guide Ch. 4

Today's Menu of Activities/Classwork:

• Notes:  Ch. 4:  Carbon and the Molecular Diversity of Life
• Organic chemistry is the study of carbon containing compounds
• Carbon atoms can form diverse molecules by bonding to four other atoms
• A few chemical groups are the key to the functioning of biological molecules. 
• Foldable:  Functional Groups
• Making Money with Functional Groups

Closure:

• Exit Ticket Quiz 

Homework:

• Begin Working on Study Guide Ch. 9
• Functional Groups Foldable
• Tonight's Extension Homework is a Flipped Assignment.  After viewing the following video, prepare 10 bulleted notes and 5 questions that come to mind during the viewing of the video.

 

The 2-1-4 Challenge - Challenge #9

3 Bonus Points towards next exam

2 Facts:

• This place was home to a once famed abolitionist, runaway slave, abolitionist, who also advocated for civil rights.  This individual was also an author and statesmen.
• From this location, you can take in an awe-inspiring view of our Nation's Capital. 

1 Clue:

• This 6 - 14 bedroom home was built between 1855 and 1859 by an architect from Philadelphia.

4 Pictures:

 

  

SAT Word of the Day:

Monday, December 17 – CANVAS (n.) – a piece of cloth on which an artist paints
In the advanced art class, the students learned to paint on canvas rather than paper.

Tuesday, December 18 – CAPRICIOUS (adj.) – impulsive, unpredictable, subject to
whim
The boy seemed very capricious about choosing a college because one day if was Yale
and the next day the community college.

Wednesday, December 19 – CAPTIVATE (v.) – to hold the interest of, to gain the
attention of
The work in the summer program must have captivated the students’ attention because
they came back day after day.

Thursday, December 20 – CAROUSE (v.) – to revel, to party
The students caroused after their graduation because all their hard work finally was done.

Friday, December 21 – CAVITY (n.) – a hole
In the biology class, the students dissected a frog to see the organs in its abdominal
cavity.

Wednesday, January 2 – CAVORT (v.) – to frolic, leap, prance
Students should not cavort in the halls because it is so crowded.

Thursday, January 3 – CELESTIAL (adj.) – relating to the sky or heavens
An astronomer is an expert when it comes to celestial bodies.

Friday, January 4 – CHASTISE (v.) – to criticize, to scold
The administrator chastised the student for being late for class five minutes.

Announcements:

• Virtual Chat/Study Sessions Facilitated by Mrs. Berkeley, Led by Study Captains.  Check the following link: www.todaysmeet.com/apbiostudysession

• Please water your plants, which may be found in either Ms. Gunn's or Ms. Siebert's room.

Writing Prompts:

• Delineate -- to describe, portray, or set forth with accuracy or in detail

• Describe -- Give an account in words of (someone or something), including all the relevant characteristics, qualities, or events.
• Contrast -- to compare in order to show unlikeness or differences;
• Defend -- to support an argument, theory, etc.) in the face of criticism; prove the validity of
• Evaluate -- to judge or determine the significance, worth, orquality of

Important Links:

www.tinyurl.com/thebuzzwithberk

www.tinyurl.com/berkeleysymbaloo

www.edmodo.com -- Group Access 9nr351

twitter:  @thebuzzwithberk

study chat room:  www.todaysmeet.com/apbiostudysession

www.masteringbiology.com

Student Access Code:

SSNAST-CLXII-BLAND-HENNA-TOPAZ-MILES

  

Class Calendar 

Monday, December 17, 2012 - WUP#9

WARM UP #9

Objective:

Students will differentiate between various functional groups in order to formulate an argument.

Enduring understanding 4.A: Interactions within biological systems lead to complex properties. 

Essential knowledge 4.A.1: The subcomponents of biological molecules and their sequence determine the properties of that molecule.

Learning Objectives:

• The student is able to explain the connection between the sequence and the subcomponents of a biological polymer and its properties.
• The student is able to refine representations and models to explain how the subcomponents of a biological polymer and their sequence determine the properties of that polymer.
• The student is able to use models to predict and justify that changes in the subcomponents of a biological polymer affect the functionality of the molecule.

Warm Up/Things to Do:

1. Pg. 67 (1-3) - 7 minutes

        Now Collecting:

1. Extension Activity
2. Reading Guide Ch. 4

Today's Menu of Activities/Classwork:

• Notes:  Ch. 4:  Carbon and the Molecular Diversity of Life
• Organic chemistry is the study of carbon containing compounds
• Carbon atoms can form diverse molecules by bonding to four other atoms
• A few chemical groups are the key to the functioning of biological molecules. 
• Economy Activity

Closure:

• Exit Ticket Quiz 

Homework:

• Begin Working on Study Guide Ch. 9
• Tonight's Homework is a Flipped Assignment.  After viewing the following video, prepare 10 bulleted notes and 5 questions that come to mind during the viewing of the video.

 

The 2-1-4 Challenge - Challenge #9

3 Bonus Points towards next exam

2 Facts:

• This place was home to a once famed abolitionist, runaway slave, abolitionist, who also advocated for civil rights.  This individual was also an author and statesmen.
• From this location, you can take in an awe-inspiring view of our Nation's Capital. 

1 Clue:

• This 6 - 14 bedroom home was built between 1855 and 1859 by an architect from Philadelphia.

4 Pictures:

 

  

SAT Word of the Day:

Monday, December 17 – CANVAS (n.) – a piece of cloth on which an artist paints
In the advanced art class, the students learned to paint on canvas rather than paper.

Tuesday, December 18 – CAPRICIOUS (adj.) – impulsive, unpredictable, subject to
whim
The boy seemed very capricious about choosing a college because one day if was Yale
and the next day the community college.

Wednesday, December 19 – CAPTIVATE (v.) – to hold the interest of, to gain the
attention of
The work in the summer program must have captivated the students’ attention because
they came back day after day.

Thursday, December 20 – CAROUSE (v.) – to revel, to party
The students caroused after their graduation because all their hard work finally was done.

Friday, December 21 – CAVITY (n.) – a hole
In the biology class, the students dissected a frog to see the organs in its abdominal
cavity.

Wednesday, January 2 – CAVORT (v.) – to frolic, leap, prance
Students should not cavort in the halls because it is so crowded.

Thursday, January 3 – CELESTIAL (adj.) – relating to the sky or heavens
An astronomer is an expert when it comes to celestial bodies.

Friday, January 4 – CHASTISE (v.) – to criticize, to scold
The administrator chastised the student for being late for class five minutes.

Announcements:

• Virtual Chat/Study Sessions Facilitated by Mrs. Berkeley, Led by Study Captains.  Check the following link: www.todaysmeet.com/apbiostudysession

• Please water your plants, which may be found in either Ms. Gunn's or Ms. Siebert's room.

Writing Prompts:

• Delineate -- to describe, portray, or set forth with accuracy or in detail

• Describe -- Give an account in words of (someone or something), including all the relevant characteristics, qualities, or events.
• Contrast -- to compare in order to show unlikeness or differences;
• Defend -- to support an argument, theory, etc.) in the face of criticism; prove the validity of
• Evaluate -- to judge or determine the significance, worth, orquality of

Important Links:

www.tinyurl.com/thebuzzwithberk

www.tinyurl.com/berkeleysymbaloo

www.edmodo.com -- Group Access 9nr351

twitter:  @thebuzzwithberk

study chat room:  www.todaysmeet.com/apbiostudysession

www.masteringbiology.com

Student Access Code:

SSNAST-CLXII-BLAND-HENNA-TOPAZ-MILES

  

Class Calendar 

Tuesday, December 11, 2012 - WUP#5

WARM UP #5

Objective:

Students will review concepts related to chemistry and water properties in order to prepare for a written exam.

Living systems depend on properties of water that result from its polarity and hydrogen bonding.

Essential knowledge 2.A.3: Organisms must exchange matter with the environment to grow, reproduce and maintain organization. 

LO -  

Warm Up/Things to Do:

1. Based on what you know, do you think it possible for CO2 to acidify our blood? Explain how this would occur.
2. Do you believe earth's water supply will eventually become non drinkable?  Why or why not?
3. Why would life on earth be impossible if earth sank? 
4. Please remember to place your student number on all homework assignments prior to submitting into our new INBOX :) 
5. Collecting 
1. Homework
2. Reading Guide Ch. 3
3. Foldable 

Menu of Activities/Classwork:

• Complete Notes:  Ch. 3 Properties of Water
• Review of Acids/Bases
• Review How to Make a Solution
• Specific Heat Calculations
• Review Study Guide Ch. 3
• Video:  Water Transport
• Bioflix Sheet
• Complete Focus Questions 

Closure:

• Exit Ticket Quiz 

Homework:

• Work on Extension Activity - Due Thursday

The 2-1-4 Challenge - Challenge #9

3 Bonus Points towards next exam

2 Facts:

• This place was home to a once famed abolitionist, runaway slave, abolitionist, who also advocated for civil rights.  This individual was also an author and statesmen.
• From this location, you can take in an awe-inspiring view of our Nation's Capital. 

1 Clue:

• This 6 - 14 bedroom home was built between 1855 and 1859 by an architect from Philadelphia.

4 Pictures:

 

  

SAT Word of the Day:

Friday, November 30 – BRAZEN (adj.) – excessively bold; brash
The student’s behavior was very brazen because he marched into class 20 minutes late and never gave a reason for his tardiness.

Monday, December 3 – BRUMAL (adj.) – wintry, relating to winter
Students need to buy a heavy coat because Maryland sometimes has a brumal climate.

Tuesday, December 4 – BRUSQUE (adj.) – short, abrupt, dismissive
We knew that our father was very tired when he greeted us with a brusque remark instead of a friendly greeting.

Wednesday, December 5 – BUFFET (n.) – a spread of food involving choices

The high school students visiting the college campus were amazed by the buffet that the cafeteria provided since they were used to so few choices.

Thursday, December 6 – BUFFET (v.) to hit or strike
If you try walking during a blizzard, you will be buffeted by the wind and blowing snow.

Friday, December 7 – BURGEON (v.) – to come forth; blossom
In the spring the flowers began to burgeon making the field look like a work by Monet.

Monday, December 10 – CACOPHONY (n.) – noise, discordant sound
At the beginning of the year the band room was full of cacophony but in a a short time the teacher had it sounding like a symphony.

Tuesday, December 11 – CADENCE (n.) – rhythm
The cadence of the poetry made it easy to memorize.

Announcements:

• Virtual Chat/Study Sessions Facilitated by Mrs. Berkeley, Led by Study Captains.  Check the following link: www.todaysmeet.com/apbiostudysession

• Please water your plants, which may be found in either Ms. Gunn's or Ms. Siebert's room.

Writing Prompts:

• Delineate -- to describe, portray, or set forth with accuracy or in detail

• Describe -- Give an account in words of (someone or something), including all the relevant characteristics, qualities, or events.
• Contrast -- to compare in order to show unlikeness or differences;
• Defend -- to support an argument, theory, etc.) in the face of criticism; prove the validity of
• Evaluate -- to judge or determine the significance, worth, orquality of

Important Links:

www.tinyurl.com/thebuzzwithberk

www.tinyurl.com/berkeleysymbaloo

www.edmodo.com -- Group Access 9nr351

twitter:  @thebuzzwithberk

study chat room:  www.todaysmeet.com/apbiostudysession

www.masteringbiology.com

Student Access Code:

SSNAST-CLXII-BLAND-HENNA-TOPAZ-MILES

  

Class Calendar 

Monday, December 10, 2012 - WUP#4

WARM UP #4

Objective:

Students will critically analyze an article in order to complete an inquiry based activity on the properties of water. 

Living systems depend on properties of water that result from its polarity and hydrogen bonding.

Essential knowledge 2.A.3: Organisms must exchange matter with the environment to grow, reproduce and maintain organization. 

LO -  

Warm Up/Things to Do:

1. Entry Ticket Quiz - 7 minutes at the ringing of the bell
2. Please remember to place your student number on all homework assignments prior to submitting into our new INBOX :) 

Menu of Activities/Classwork:

• Complete Notes:  Ch. 3 Properties of Water
• Video:  Water Transport
• Bioflix Sheet
• Video: Ocean Acidification
• Foldable on the Properties of Water
• Complete Focus Questions 

Closure:

• Exit Ticket Activity -- 3-2-1 Exit Slip
• 3 Things I Learned about:  The Properties of Water
• 2 Ways I Contributed to Class Today
• 1 Question I Still Have

Homework:

• Foldable - Ch. 3
• Work on Extension Activity - Due Thursday
• Answer the following:
• Pg. 57 #10 & 14
• What are the impacts of coral reef ecosystem loss?
• Study Guide Ch. 3
• Reading Guide Ch. 3
• Using a storyboard template or online site, draw and write a cartoon strip or story board (in color) with water as the “super hero,” a “Mighty Mouse” among molecules, a molecule of unusual and amazing properties. You should use what they have learned about the molecular structure and properties of water to develop character attributes and a probable storyline.
• Site suggestion:
• http://generator.acmi.net.au/storyboard/build-your-own
• www.chogger.com

The 2-1-4 Challenge - Challenge #9

3 Bonus Points towards next exam

2 Facts:

• This place was home to a once famed abolitionist, runaway slave, abolitionist, who also advocated for civil rights.  This individual was also an author and statesmen.
• From this location, you can take in an awe-inspiring view of our Nation's Capital. 

1 Clue:

• This 6 - 14 bedroom home was built between 1855 and 1859 by an architect from Philadelphia.

4 Pictures:

 

  

SAT Word of the Day:

Friday, November 30 – BRAZEN (adj.) – excessively bold; brash
The student’s behavior was very brazen because he marched into class 20 minutes late and never gave a reason for his tardiness.

Monday, December 3 – BRUMAL (adj.) – wintry, relating to winter
Students need to buy a heavy coat because Maryland sometimes has a brumal climate.

Tuesday, December 4 – BRUSQUE (adj.) – short, abrupt, dismissive
We knew that our father was very tired when he greeted us with a brusque remark instead of a friendly greeting.

Wednesday, December 5 – BUFFET (n.) – a spread of food involving choices

The high school students visiting the college campus were amazed by the buffet that the cafeteria provided since they were used to so few choices.

Thursday, December 6 – BUFFET (v.) to hit or strike
If you try walking during a blizzard, you will be buffeted by the wind and blowing snow.

Friday, December 7 – BURGEON (v.) – to come forth; blossom
In the spring the flowers began to burgeon making the field look like a work by Monet.

Monday, December 10 – CACOPHONY (n.) – noise, discordant sound
At the beginning of the year the band room was full of cacophony but in a a short time the teacher had it sounding like a symphony.

Tuesday, December 11 – CADENCE (n.) – rhythm
The cadence of the poetry made it easy to memorize.

Announcements:

• Virtual Chat/Study Sessions Facilitated by Mrs. Berkeley, Led by Study Captains.  Check the following link: www.todaysmeet.com/apbiostudysession

• Please water your plants, which may be found in either Ms. Gunn's or Ms. Siebert's room.

Writing Prompts:

• Delineate -- to describe, portray, or set forth with accuracy or in detail

• Describe -- Give an account in words of (someone or something), including all the relevant characteristics, qualities, or events.
• Contrast -- to compare in order to show unlikeness or differences;
• Defend -- to support an argument, theory, etc.) in the face of criticism; prove the validity of
• Evaluate -- to judge or determine the significance, worth, orquality of

Important Links:

www.tinyurl.com/thebuzzwithberk

www.tinyurl.com/berkeleysymbaloo

www.edmodo.com -- Group Access 9nr351

twitter:  @thebuzzwithberk

study chat room:  www.todaysmeet.com/apbiostudysession

www.masteringbiology.com

Student Access Code:

SSNAST-CLXII-BLAND-HENNA-TOPAZ-MILES

  

Class Calendar