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Course Information Course Code : Bot 1 Course Name : General Biology Course Description : A comprehensive study of plant, emphasizing the principles and concepts of plant life and an appreciative understanding of the environment and of the part of human beings in modifying it. Pre – Requisite : None...

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Course Information 1. Course Code : Bot 1 2. Course Name : General Biology 3. Course Description : A comprehensive study of plant, emphasizing the principles and concepts of plant life and an appreciative understanding of the environment and of the part of human beings in modifying it. 4. Pre – Requisite : None 5. Co – Requisite : None 6. Credit : 3 units lecture and 2.75 units laboratory 7. Class lecture/laboratory schedule : 3 hours lecture and 3 hours of laboratory per week (1 semester) 8. Course Learning Outcomes(CLO) : CLO 1 CLO CLO CLO CLO

Understanding the most significant facts about plants from the great body of knowledge that biologists have accumulated. Acquaint the students with the basic knowledge and skills in the use of scientific instruments. Stimulate appreciation, beauty and usefulness of plants in daily living. Introduce to the students the mechanics of research and scientific method in acquiring facts. Develop critical thinking, resourcefulness and creativity that the students can use in their daily lives.

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9. Alignment of Course Outcomes to Student Outcomes Student Outcomes A

Legend : M- Mastered

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Course Outcomes Satisfied

CO Proficiency Assesses By

CLO1

Quizzes, Exams, Lab Activities, Reports, Lab Exams Quizzes, Exams, Lab Activities, Reports, Lab Exams Quizzes, Exams, Lab Activities, Reports, Lab Exams Quizzes, Exams, Lab Activities, Reports, Lab Exams Quizzes, Exams, Lab Activities, Reports, Lab Exams Quizzes, Exams, Lab Activities, Reports, Lab Exams Quizzes, Exams, Lab Activities, Reports, Lab Exams Quizzes, Exams, Lab Activities, Reports, Lab Exams Quizzes, Exams, Lab Activities, Reports, Lab Exams Quizzes, Exams, Lab Activities, Reports, Lab Exams Quizzes, Exams, Lab Activities, Reports, Lab Exams

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CLO2

C

CLO3

D

CLO3, CLO4

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CLO4, CLO5

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CLO5

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CLO4, CLO5

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CLO3, CLO5

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CLO4, CLO5

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CLO4,CLO5

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CLO5

I- Introduced

P- Practice with Supervision

D- Demonstrate without Supervision

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Course Coverage Time Frame (hours)

6

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Learning Outcomes

1. Determine and identify the concepts underlying science and identify allied fields; 2. Examine the characteristics and organization of life in comparison to non – living things 1. To enumerate molecules essential for life, to describe its nature and function; 2. To differentiate inorganic and organic molecules 3. To determine the different organic compounds needed by plants. 1. To describe the two general types of cell and be able to describe those; 2. To determine the type of cell that plants have; 3. To enumerate cell organelle and be able to locate them in the cell 4. To describe the structure of membrane and show the relationship of its structure to its function 5. To correctly sketch steps on

Topics

Satisfied CO

Teaching and Learning Activities

Evaluation/ Assessment

I. Introduction a. Botany as a Science b. Scientific Method c. Unifying concepts of Life d. Introduction to Plant Taxonomy

CLO1,CLO 2,CLO5

- Lecture - Concept mapping - Group discussion

Quiz, Oral Recitation Laboratory Activity Report Assignment Chapter Exam

II. Chemistry of Life a. Chemistry of the Cell and Organism b. Organic vs. Inorganic Compounds c. Some Important Inorganic and Organic Compounds needed by Plants

CLO1, CLO2, CLO5

- Lecture (PowerPoint presentation) - Brain Storming - Discussion - Role playing

III. Cellular Organization CLO1, CLO2, a. Molecular Foundation of the Cells CLO5 b. General Structures and Functions of Cells 1. Eukaryotic and Prokaryotic Cells 2. Membrane Structures and Function 3. Cellular Metabolism 4. Movement of Molecules into out of cells c. Cell Reproduction CO1, CO2, CO5

- Lecture (PowerPoint presentation) - Video Presentation - Group Game - Group Discussion - Board Work

Quizzes, Oral Recitation Assessment of role playing results using RUBRIC Laboratory Activity Report Chapter Exam Quiz, Pantomime Assessment of Group Game through RUBRIC Sketching/Drawing Laboratory Activity Reports Assignment Chapter Exam

cellular metabolism; 6. To describe the mechanism of plant cell division and its effect towards plant life success.

PRELIM EXAMINAATION

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1. To identify organism that are unicellular and those who are multicellular; 2. To describe how cell differentiates to form tissues; 3. To enumerate various plant tissues; 4. To determine and describe the function of each of this tissue in the plant cell. 1. To enumerate the vegetative organs of plants; 2. To describe the function of each and their role in plant development.

IV. Concept of Differentiation; Unicellularity vs. Multicellularity a. Types of Plant Tissue

CLO1, CLO2, CLO5

-Lecture (PowerPoint Presentation) -Group Discussion -Board work -paired written activity in identification of tissues in certain plant organ

Written and Oral Quiz Laboratory Activity Report Sketching/Drawing Laboratory Exam

V. Structure and Functions of the Vegetative Organs of a Seed Plant a. Stems b. Roots c. Leaves

CLO1, CLO3

Written and Oral Quiz Assignment Laboratory Activity Report Sketching/Drawing

1. To enumerate and describe each of the reproductive organ and structure in plants; 2. To describe the mechanism of development of these structures in relation to plant life cycle; 3. To describe and differentiate asexual from sexual reproduction and to identify plants exhibiting this two types of reproduction.

VI. Structure and Function of the Reproductive Organs of Seed Plants a. Structure of a Flower b. Development of Gametophytes c. Pollination and Fertilization d. Fruits and Seeds e. Embryonic Development 1. From zygote to plant embryo 2. Fruit and seed formation

CLO2, CLO5

-Lecture (PowerPoint Presentation) -Group activity -campus Tour for Familiarizing common plants -Lecture (PowerPoint Presentation) -Group Interactive activity

Written and Oral Quiz Assignment Laboratory Activity Report Sketching/Drawing

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f. Asexual and Sexual Reproduction in Plants VII. Plant Growth and Development CLO3, 1. To describe growth of various CLO4, a. Seed Germination plant groups; CLO5 b. Patterns of Growth 2. To enumerate plant hormones and c. Control of Plant be able to describe its function;

3. To describe plant responses to different external stimuli

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1. To discuss on the emergence and the basis of classifying plants; 2. To identify and enumerate members of different plant groups; 3. To determine the characteristics or feature of each group and be able to classify certain common plant species 1. To trace the history of the development of Mendelian study on heredity; 2. To describe the pattern of inheritance by Mendel and be able to relate it on the traits of existing plants. 1. To describe the interaction of plant as producer and animal as consumer in the environment;

-Lecture (PowerPoint Presentation) -Campus Tour - Group Research

Written and Oral Quiz Assessment on the Group Research using RUBRIC

CLO3, CLO4, CLO5

-Lecture (PowerPoint Presentation) -Campus Tour -Group Research

Written Quiz Oral Report

IX. Plant Genetics a. Mendelian Patterns of Inheritance

CLO1, CLO5

-Lecture (PowerPoint Presentation) -Game -Group Acrtivity

Quiz Board Work Assignment

X. Plant Ecology a. Dynamics of Communities and Ecosystems

CLO3, CLO4, CLO5

-Lecture (PowerPoint Presentation) -Film Viewing

Written Quiz Oral Report Reaction Paper

Processes MIDTERM EXAMINATION VIII. Plant Diversity: Survey of the Plant Kingdom a. Nonvascular Plants b. Vascular Plants c. Seed Plants

2. To identify effects on plants of this relationship. XI. Plant Evolution a. The Process of Evolution b. Evolution of Flowering Plant

1. To describe the evolutionary processes and be able to identify effects on plants of this relationship. 2. To explain how angiosperm evolved over time and be able to identify certain traits that serve as evidence for evolution.

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-Field Observation

CLO4, CLO5

-Lecture (PowerPoint Presentation) -Group Research

FINAL EXAMINATION

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Grewal, R. C. (2005). Dictionary of Botany 1st ed. Campus Books Int’l New Delhi Gruela – Magdanaw, L. General botany maual (1993). 3rd ed. JMC Press, Manila Joaquin, J.C., Claustro, A.L., Aranez, A. T. and Rabago. (1986). L. M. Lecture notes and Laboratory exercises in general botany. Vibal Publishing House Inc., Cebu Madulid, D. A. (2001). A dictionary of Philippine plant names: local name-scientific name. Bookmark, Makati City. Magdamo, L. G. (1999). General botany manual. JMC Press Inc., Quezon City Philippines Mauseth, J. D. (2003). Botany: AN introduction to Plant Biology. 3rd ed. Jones and Bartlett Publishers Inc., Boston, MA Nabors, Murray W. (2005). Botany: An Introductory to Plant Biology. 1 rd ed., Pearson education South Asia Pte. Ltd. Philippines Raven, P.H. (1986). Biology of Plants. 4th ed. Worth Pub. Inc., New York, USA. Sing, Y.K. (2005). Teaching of Botany. A.P.H. Publishing Corp., New Delhi Stern, K. R. (1988). Introductory Plant Biology. 4 th ed. Wm. C. Brown Pub., Iowa. The green guide. (1998). A source book in the Philippines environment. End ed. PCIJ, Quezon City. Weir, L.E., Stocking, C.K., Barbour, M.G. and Rost, T. L. (19980. An introduction to plant biology. 6 th ed. University of California World Resources 1988 – 1989. Basic Books, Inc., New York. Wright, J. (1993). Life Science. Prentice Hall, New Jersey

12. Grading System Major Examinations Quizzes/Participation Oral Project Project Total

-30% -20% -20% -30% 100%

Written and Oral Quiz Assessment to Group Research using RUBRIC

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Classroom a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h.

Policies: Attend class regularly. If absent, be sure to return with a valid excuse letter and other pertinent documents like hospital certificate. Practice classroom behavior with respect. Cheating during exam, quiz, or in giving assignments gives you a ZERO score. Be courteous to all. Be sure to take all the subject major exams. Be aware o the grade requirement of the subject/ retention policy. Observe the general rules and regulations of the Student Handbook....