Pershad BIO-101-0Y1 syllabus-Online-Fall 2020 PDF

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Contents Course and instructor information...............................................................................................................................................................1 Office Hours................................................................................................................................................................................................1 Communication with the instructor.............................................................................................................................................................2 I. Course Title and course number.........................................................................................................................................................2 II. Prerequisite.........................................................................................................................................................................................2 III. Course Catalog Description............................................................................................................................................................2 IV. Learning Objectives........................................................................................................................................................................2 Lecture.....................................................................................................................................................................................................2 Lab...........................................................................................................................................................................................................3 V. Biology department learning outcomes..............................................................................................................................................3 VI. Academic Integrity and student conduct........................................................................................................................................3 VII. Grades First statement....................................................................................................................................................................4 VIII. Instructional Materials....................................................................................................................................................................4 Hardware/software requirements for this course.........................................................................................................................................4 IX. OTHER COURSE INFORMATION.............................................................................................................................................5 Pregnancy statement................................................................................................................................................................................5 Academic accommodation.......................................................................................................................................................................5 Religious holidays...................................................................................................................................................................................5 Academic continuity statement................................................................................................................................................................5 X. Methods of Instruction........................................................................................................................................................................5 XI. Schedule.........................................................................................................................................................................................6 A. Lecture and lab schedule................................................................................................................................................................6 B. Lecture exams....................................................................................................................................................................................8 XII. Course Practices Required ** (Read carefully)..............................................................................................................................8 XIII. Methods of Evaluating Student Progress.......................................................................................................................................8 XIV. Attendance Policy...........................................................................................................................................................................9 XV. Make-up policies-No exceptions.......................................................................................................................................................9 XVI. Academic calendar.........................................................................................................................................................................9

Course and instructor information Instructor: Dr. Kritika Pershad Office Room: 306 LEE building Office Phone: 847-376-7074 Email: [email protected]

Semester: Fall 2020 Course and section: BIO-101-0Y1 Lecture: Online (asynchronous) Lab: Online (asynchronous)

Office Hours M: 10:00-11:00am (online) T: 10:00-11:00am (online) W: 10:00-11:00am (online) R: 10:00-11:00am (online) F: 10:00-11:00am (online) 1

Communication with the instructor During Fall 2020, I will not be physically present at Oakton’s campus. The best way to reach me is via email ([email protected]). You can expect a response from me within 24 hours except on weekends. You can use this Google voice number (224-306-2131) if you need to talk to me. I will answer this phone only during the office hours listed above. When you call using this number, make sure you clearly state your name and your class (BIO-101-0Y1), if not the call will not be answered. If you want to set up a video call with me, email me and we will set up a time for online video conferencing using BigBlueButton which is a tool already added to your D2L course shell. Questions related to lecture and lab content can also be posted in the discussion forum with the name-Lecture and lab questions.

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Course Title and course number COURSE PREFIX BIO

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COURSE NUMBER 101

SECTION NUMBER 0Y1

COURSE CREDIT NAME Introduction 4 to Life Science

LECTURE 3

LAB 3

Prerequisite None

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Course Catalog Description Laboratory course introduces life science. Content includes cell structure and function, cell division, nucleic acids and proteins, biodiversity and evolution, and selected human systems. Intended for non-science majors, and those who desire an understanding of fundamental life processes, or who intends to pursue higher biology courses.

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Learning Objectives Lecture 1. Distinguish between the characteristics of the three major types of chemical bonds that form between atoms. 2. Compare and contrast the structures and functions of the four major types of biomolecules. 3. Compare and contrast prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell structures and their functions. 4. Distinguish between the types of passive and active transport mechanisms that occur through cell membranes. 5. Compare and contrast cellular respiration, fermentation and photosynthesis with respect to overall reaction, stages, energy yield, and cellular location in both prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. 6. Compare and contrast the phases of cell cycle, mitosis, and meiosis including the role of mitosis and meiosis in cells. 7. Apply Mendel’s Laws of Segregation and Independent Assortment to solve monohybrid and dihybrid crosses. 8. Compare and contrast the mechanisms of DNA replication, transcription, translation. 2

9. Explain Darwin’s theory of evolution based on evolutionary evidences that exist for evolution. 10. Describe the mechanisms proposed for microevolution and macroevolution including mutations, natural selection, gene flow, genetic drift, continental drift and mass extinction. 11. Distinguish between the three domains of life and the major kingdoms of living organisms based on their morphological and physiological characteristics. 12. Analyze the relationship between form and function of specific human body systems such as circulation, digestion, excretion, and respiration. Lab 1. Demonstrate responsibility by adhering to the laboratory safety guidelines while working with chemicals, biological specimens, body fluids and animal dissections. 2. Communicate effectively in writing the results of laboratory investigations by completing lab reports. 3. Apply the steps of the scientific method to experiments conducted in lab. 4. Apply the metric system to make unit conversions and to measure sample parameters using different equipment. 5. Describe the basic parts of a compound light microscope and their functions as biological specimens are observed. 6. Interpret the results of laboratory experiments by graphing data. 7. Analyze the effect of temperature and pH on enzyme activity in biochemical reactions.

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Biology department learning outcomes By the completion of your biology courses at Oakton, you will have gained the experience to… 1. Think critically – identify, define, analyze, interpret, and evaluate ideas, concepts, information, problems, solutions, and consequences. This includes the ability to compute and comprehend quantitative information and to engage in the scientific process. 2. Communicate – communicate ideas, concepts, and information through written and oral means. Collaborate with people of diverse backgrounds and abilities. 3. Demonstrate literacy – demonstrate the ability to read critically within content areas. Use technology to locate, evaluate, and communicate data, information, ideas, and concepts. Assess, critique, and select from a variety of information resources. 4. Demonstrate responsibility – demonstrate an understanding of personal responsibility and ethical behavior in one’s own academic and civic life.

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Academic Integrity and student conduct Students and employees at Oakton Community College are required to demonstrate academic integrity and follow Oakton’s Code of Academic Conduct. This code prohibits: 1. cheating, 2. plagiarism (turning in work not written by you, or lacking proper citation), 3. falsification and fabrication (lying or distorting the truth), 4. helping others to cheat, 5. unauthorized changes on official documents, 6. pretending to be someone else or having someone else pretend to be you, 7. making or accepting bribes, special favors, or threats, and 8. any other behavior that violates academic integrity.

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There are serious consequences to violations of the academic integrity policy. Oakton’s policies and procedures provide students a fair hearing if a complaint is made against you. If you are found to have violated the policy, the minimum penalty is failure on the assignment and, a disciplinary record will be established and kept on file in the office of the Vice President for Student Affairs for a period of 3 years. Please review the Code of Academic Conduct and the Code of Student Conduct, both located online at: www.oakton.edu/studentlife/student-handbook.pdf

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Grades First statement Oakton has implemented an academic intervention program called Students First, and I am a participating faculty member. I am committed to your success in this course and at this college. I may, therefore, refer you to other individuals and/or services available to help you achieve academic success. Please understand that these referrals are intended to supplement, not replace, interactions that you may have with me during office hours and/or in class. They are intended to provide a support network for your academic and personal success at Oakton. As such, please help us help you by responding promptly and appropriately to these referrals. If you have any questions about this program, please do not hesitate to ask.

VIII. Instructional Materials 1.

Lecture: We do not use a physical textbook in this class. You will be using an online courseware called BioBeyond. You can purchase the access code for BioBeyond from the bookstore if you receive financial aid or buy it online using a credit card ($40). Purchasing the access code is mandatory for completing all the online readings and assessments.

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Lab: You will be completing labs virtually using McGraw-Hill virtual labs. You can purchase the access code for virtual labs online using a credit card ($60) or from the bookstore. Purchasing the access code is mandatory for completing all the virtual labs and quizzes. The ISBN for Connect Access Card for Biology Virtual Labs is 9781264203512.

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A desktop computer or laptop (PC or Mac): You can use an ipad for most purposes except that you cannot take proctored exams through Honorlock Proctoring service. You will be using Honorlock for completing all your major exams. Students have to pay for Honorlock. It is $11.99-$12.99 for all exams during the semester. Honorlock works only in Chrome browser. Detailed information on Honorlock is posted on D2L under table of contents. A working microphone and webcam: Required to take exams in Honorlock. Reliable and fast speed internet connection: As you will be completing all your coursework online, it is extremely important to have good reliable internet connection. This is even more important while taking exams using Honorlock. If your internet is not reliable and/or has low speed, the images may not load, or it may take a long time for images to load or your computer screen may freeze. Headphones or ear bugs: This is important especially if you are in a room that is noisy. Having headphones or ear bugs makes it for a better overall online learning experience. 4

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OTHER COURSE INFORMATION Oakton Community College is committed to maintaining a campus environment emphasizing the dignity and worth of all members of the community and complies with all federal and state Title IX requirements. -Resources and support for  pregnancy-related and parenting accommodations; and  victims of sexual misconduct can be found at www.oakton.edu/title9. -Resources and support for LGBTQ+ students can be found at www.oakton.edu/lgbtq. Pregnancy statement If you are pregnant or become pregnant during the semester, you have the option to meet with me to discuss reasonable accommodations that may be necessary. It may not be possible to grant accommodations after the fact, so it is better to prepare in advance for any possible scenarios. Academic accommodation If you have a documented learning, psychological, or physical disability, you may be entitled to reasonable academic accommodations or services. To request accommodations or services, contact the Access and Disability Resource Center at the Des Plaines or Skokie campus. All students are expected to fulfill essential course requirements. The College will not waive any essential skill or requirement of a course or degree program. Religious holidays "Any student who is unable, because of his or her religious beliefs, to attend classes or participate in any required exam, study, or work on a particular day shall be excused from that exam, study, or work requirement and shall be provided with an opportunity to make up any requirement that he or she may have missed on that day, provided that he or she notifies the faculty member or instructor well in advance of any anticipated absence or conflict between a scheduled class and the religious observance, and provided that the make-up exam, study, or work does not place an unreasonable burden upon the institution." Students must notify me by the end of the first week of classes of any absences due to major religious holidays. Notify me in person and send me an email with details including the week of the semester, and date/month for any anticipated absence. Academic continuity statement Oakton Emergency Building Closures. When an Oakton building is closed due to an emergency (e.g., weather-related closings), that doesn't mean instruction stops. Students should check for communications from their instructor via D2L, other learning environments such as myMathlab, or via email or text. If you don't receive communication from your instructor within 24 hours of building closure, please contact them.

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Methods of Instruction 

This is a fully online course. Both lecture and lab will be offered online through Desire to Learn (D2L) in an asynchronous format. This course does not have required virtual meetings at a fixed time each week. Students do not need to log into their courses at the same time each week but may access their courses at any time in-order to meet course deadlines as laid out in the syllabus. 5

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Lecture: Each week, you will be completing BioBeyond lessons and/or watching lecture recordings and completing D2L quizzes. Each BioBeyond lesson is worth 10 points. Each lesson takes about 1.5-2 hours to complete. You may be assigned up to 3 lessons each week. When students start a BioBeyond lesson, they do not have to complete the entire lesson in one time. They can always go back and continue the lesson to finish it until the due date. If students did not do well on a BioBeyond lesson, they can always restart the lesson to improve their score until the due date. The highest score will count. Make sure you work on the study guides provided for each lecture exam. Lab: Each week, you will complete McGraw-Hill virtual lab simulations and lab quizzes. You will have to spend 2-3 hours each week to complete all the simulations. All simulations combined for a week are worth 10 points. There is only 1 attempt for the simulations. Simulations automatically save your progress – so if you complete a part of the simulation, log out, and log back in later, it’ll pick up right where they left off (as long as it is before the due date and time!). You get points for completing the simulations. After completing the simulations, you will take a lab quiz that is worth 10 points. The lab quiz is timed (15 minutes) and there is 1 attempt for the quiz. The syllabus contains all the lecture and lab due dates. Syllabus is a very important document and you should read it carefully and mark all the important due dates (especially for all the exams) in your calendar. All homework assignments and quizzes must to be completed by the due date on time. The grades for all assessments will be posted in the D2L gradebook so students are always aware of their current grade.

BioBeyond Courseware (for lecture-$40)  BioBeyond is an interactive, online resource that enables students to learn biology through engaging lessons. It helps students develop critical thinking skills using a beautiful, engaging online space.  BioBeyond uses a scoring system that allows students to earn points as they take their lessons. Students interact and answer questions or perform tasks on nearly every screen they see, and those screens each have a score assigned. 

Instructions to register for BioBeyond and guidelines to complete lessons will be posted on D2L.

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Technical Support: Students can email directly to [email protected]. There is a form that students can fill out themselves. See here for the full support process and student quick start: https://instructors.insp...