FRSH74 — Reading and Writing for the Sciences: Biology
This theme based English course integrates reading, writing, listening, speaking, and critical thinking skills around assignments and activities focusing on biology. Topics include: scientific method and literacy; basic cellular anatomy and biochemical processes; evolution; diversity of life; and ethical issues related to scientific and medical research. Laboratories are included. This competency based class allows students to work at their own pace, exit at a level appropriate to demonstrated skills and knowledge, and earn possible high school completion English, Science, Lab Science, Contemporary World Issues and/or elective credits.