Year 10 Subject Guide 2020

BIOLOGY

Year 10 MYP

Subject Outline The study of Biology helps us get a better understanding about the world, its natural processes and how lives evolve, survive and change. This Biology course covers a range of topics including biotechnology, genetics, evolution, human interactions with the environment, integrated animal systems and an introduction to neuroscience and behaviour. Students undertaking this course of study will develop their investigative and analytical skills through practical work. As students apply the learned concepts to real-life scenarios, they will develop their ability to use critical thinking skills and their ability to work with data to offer solutions to biological issues. Pathways Biology connects us to the world we live in and reminds us of our interconnectedness with all other lifeforms. This course provides a strong foundation of knowledge and skills in Biology, preparing the way for a smooth transition to both Senior Biology and Psychology, and later to university courses in biotechnology, the life sciences, medicine, biochemistry, environmental science, psychology and behavioural science. Biology articulates to the following Year 11 and 12 QCCA Senior Programme or the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme in Year 11 2019:  As part of the Queensland Certificate of Education: - Biology - Psychology

MYP Aims for Biology The aims of the teaching of Biology are to encourage and enable students to: Understand and appreciate science and its implications  Consider science as a human endeavour with benefits and limitations  Cultivate analytical, inquiring and flexible minds that pose questions, solve problems, construct explanations and reach conclusions  Develop skills to design and perform investigations, evaluate evidence and reach conclusions  Build an awareness of the need to effectively collaborate and communicate  Apply language skills and knowledge in a variety of real life contexts  Develop sensitivity towards the living and non- living environments  Reflect on learning experiences and make informed choices 

As part of the IB Diploma Programme: - Biology

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