Principles of Biology
BIO100 — Principles of Biology, 3.0 hours
This course is designed to introduce biology at an entry level by examining the hierarchy that ranges from the fundamentals of cell biology to the physiology of organisms, and the interactions among those organisms in their environment.
Program Objectives
- Define the levels of biological organizations
- Explain the scientific process and method
- Identify elements of chemistry
- Explore organic compounds
- Describe the organizations of the cell
- Summarize the energy and metabolism within the human body
- Define photosynthesis
- Explore the basic principles of heredity
Professor
Jared Elswick is an Aviation Meteorologist with 12 years of experience in the science field. Jared started his career in meteorology with the United States Air Force where he served for 6 ½ years providing weather data of both ground and air units here and abroad. Jared earned his BS in Environmental Science and earned a Master of Science in Environmental Policy and Management. Jared’s current role is as a Senior Meteorologist at the Weather Company an IBM business where he provides real-time weather updates to airlines and airport terminals across the globe.
Jared was born in raised in Kentucky and has lived and worked in IL, MS, NM, and South Korea. Jared currently lives in Texas with his lovely wife where he enjoys hiking, swimming, reading books, and spending time with family. He looks forward to interacting with you and will happily share his knowledge, insight, and experience in this learning platform.
Online Support (IT) and Moodle Navigation
All members of the Lakewood University community who use the University’s computing, information or communication resources must act responsibly. Support is accessible by calling 1-800-517-0857 option 2 or by emailing info@lakewood.edu
Books and Resources
Solomon, Eldra, P. et al. Biology. 11th Edition. Cengage Learning US, 2023.
Evaluation Method
Graded work will receive a numeric score reflecting the quality of performance.
Course Requirement Summary
- Assignments - Total of 300 Points
- Weekly discussion forums-Total of 80 Points
- Final Exam - 50 Points
Grading Scale
Graded work will receive a numeric score reflecting the quality of performance as given above in evaluation methods. The maximum number of points a student may earn is 870. To determine the final grade, the student's earned points are divided by 870.
Your overall course grade will be determined according to the following scale:
A = (90% -100%)
B = (80% - 89%)
C = (70% - 79%)
D = (60% - 69%)
F < (Below 60%)
Assignment and Discussion Forum Post Rubrics
Writing Assignment Grading Rubric
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Points |
Excellent |
Good |
Poor |
Very Poor |
No Response |
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Original Posting ____/10 |
Writing assignment was well thought out, coherent, and thoughtfully organized with all parts of the questions addressed along with appropriate grammar and spelling |
Writing was clear and relatively well organized and responded to many/most of the key points with a few mistakes in regard to grammar and spelling |
Writing was somewhat confusing and not well organized and had little or no focus on the subject matter with significant grammar and spelling errors |
Writing is confusing and hard to follow with no organization while missing the point of the assignment entirely |
No Assignment |
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Total Points ____/10 |
Additional Comments: |
Discussion Question Grading Rubric
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Points |
Excellent Pass |
Good Pass |
Poor Fail |
No Response Fail |
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Original Posting PASS/FAIL |
Original post reflected good focus to the discussion with well thought out ideas and appropriate grammar and spelling |
Original post responded to the topic in a general fashion but failed to organize them well and had a few mistakes in regard to grammar and spelling |
Responded with little or no focus to the discussion and contained short, irrelevant and/or confusing commentary with significant grammar and spelling errors |
No posting |
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Reply to fellow student PASS/FAIL |
Response to fellow student reflected good focus to the post with well thought out ideas and appropriate grammar and spelling |
Response to fellow student in a general fashion but failed to organize them well and had a few mistakes in regard to grammar and spelling |
Little or no focus to the post and contained short, irrelevant and/or confusing commentary with significant grammar and spelling errors |
No posting |
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Total Points PASS/FAIL |
Additional Comments: |
Academic Integrity/ Plagiarism
Cheating (dishonestly taking the knowledge of another person whether on a test or an assignment and presenting it as your work) and plagiarism (to take and pass off as one's own the ideas or writing of another) are a serious issue. While it is legitimate to talk to others about your assignments and incorporate suggestions, do not let others "write" your assignments in the name of peer review or "borrow" sections or whole assignments written by others. We do get ideas from life experiences and what we read but be careful that you interpret these ideas and make them your own.
I am aware that many types of assignments are available on the internet and will check these sources when there is legitimate suspicion.
Penalty is a zero on the assignment. In cases where there is a major or continuous breach of trust, further discipline, such as an "F" in the course, may be necessary.
The major consequence of any form of cheating is damage to your character and the result of trust and respect.
Disability Accommodations
Students who have a disability and wish to request an academic accommodation should contact Jim Gepperth, the Disabilities Services Coordinator and Academic Dean. The student can request an accommodation at any time although it is encouraged to do so early in the enrollment process. The student should complete an accommodation request form which begins a conversation between the school and the student regarding the nature of their disability and an accommodation that would help the student succeed in their program. The school may request documentation regarding the disability to address the accommodation request effectively. The school will communicate to the student the type of accommodation arranged. This process typically follows a team approach, bringing together persons from the academic department (including the instructor) and personnel from other departments as necessary. Additional information on disability accommodations may be found in the Lakewood University Catalog.
Disability Services Email: disabilityservices@lakewood.edu
Supplemental Texts
You can use the following resources to assist you with proper source citation.
American Psychological Association Style Guide- https://www.mylakewoodu.com/pluginfile.php/118179/mod_resource/content/1/APA%20Style%20Guide%207th%20edition.pdf
The Purdue OWL website is also a helpful resource for students. Here is a link to the OWL website: https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_citation/apa_style/apa_formatting_and_style_guide/general_format.html
Library
Mary O'Dell is the Librarian on staff at Lakewood University
She is available by appointment. You can make an appointment with her by emailing her at modell@lakewood.edu or call at 1-800-517-0857 X 730
You may also schedule a meeting at this link: https://my.setmore.com/calendar#monthly/r3a761583354923270/01032020
She can assist you with navigating LIRN, research, citations etc.
Support
Each student at Lakewood University is assigned a Success Coach. Your Success Coach exists to assist you with academic and supportive services as you navigate your program. They will reach out to you, often, to check-in. Please use the resources they offer.
Student Services is available to assist with technical questions regarding Lakewood University and all services available to you.
1-800-517-0857 option 2
info@lakewood.edu
studentservices@lakewood.edu
Career Services
Students are offered Career Services at any point as they journey their academics at Lakewood University.
1-800-517-0857 option 2
careerservices@lakewood.edu
Objectives
- Define the levels of biological organizations
- Explain the scientific process and method
- Identify elements of chemistry
- Explore organic compounds
- Describe the organizations of the cell
- Summarize the energy and metabolism within the human body
- Define photosynthesis
- Explore the basic principles of heredity
Lessons
- A View of Life
Chapter One in Textbook
Forum One
- Atoms and Molecules
Chapter Two in Textbook
Forum Two
- Chemistry of Life and the Organization of the Cell
Chapter Three in Textbook
Chapter Four in Textbook
Forum Three
- Organic Compounds
Chapter Three in Textbook
Forum Four
- Organization of the Cell and Biological Membranes
Chapter Four in Textbook
Chapter Five in Textbook
Forum Five
Assignment One
- Cell Communication, Energy, and Metabolism
Chapter Six in Textbook
Chapter seven in Textbook
Forum Six
Assignment Two
- How Cells Make ATP and Photosynthesis
Chapter Eight in Textbook
Chapter Nine in Textbook
Forum Seven
- Chtromosomes, DNA and Heredity
Chapter Ten in Textbook
Chapter Eleven in Textbook
Chapter Twelve in Textbook
Forum Eight
Assignment Three