Zoology B

Course Description

Explore the wonders of the animal kingdom in our high school "Intro to Zoology" course! Dive into biodiversity, engage in hands-on learning with live animals, and unravel the mysteries of animal behavior. Gain insights into conservation and ethical considerations while exploring exciting career paths in zoology. Join us for an unforgettable journey through the diverse and captivating world of animals, where you'll become a true steward of our planet's biodiversity.

Mollusca

Learn this: I will learn about the Phylum Mollusca, classify and discuss the diversity of mollusks, explain the anatomy and physiology of mollusks, describe their life cycles and reproduction, and explore the ecological roles and economic importance of mollusks.

Do this: I will create a project that demonstrates what I have learned and shows I know how to:

Identify and classify different mollusk specimens.
Research and present a report on a specific mollusk species.
Identify distinguishing similarities and differences in structure among bivalves, gastropods, and cephalopods.

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Fishes

Learn this: I will learn about the introduction to the Phylum Chordata and the subphylum Vertebrata, the classification and evolutionary history of fishes, the anatomy and physiology of fishes, fish reproduction and life cycles, as well as adaptations for aquatic life and behavior in fishes.

Do this: I will create a project that demonstrates what I have learned and shows I know how to:

Observe and identify local fish species (this might not be possible where you live, and can be done virtually).
Research and present a report on a specific fish species.
Visit an aquarium or fish hatchery to study live fishes and their conservation efforts (this might not be possible where you live, and can be done virtually). .
Identify structural adaptations, feeding adaptations and behaviors, and reproductive adaptations and behaviors in jawless fish, sharks and rays, and bony fish.

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Amphibians

Learn this: I will learn about the Phylum Chordata, Subphylum Vertebrata, and Class Amphibia, discuss the classification of amphibians and their evolutionary history, examine the anatomy and physiology of amphibians, explore amphibian reproduction and metamorphosis, and analyze amphibian adaptations for life on land and in water.

Do this: I will create a project that demonstrates what I have learned and shows I know how to:

Identify local amphibian species.
Observe and document the metamorphosis process in amphibians.
Research and present a report on a specific amphibian species
Identify and describe distinguishing structural and physiological characteristics of different amphibians.
Discuss the amphibians' sensitivity to environmental conditions to the causes of.

Grow from: I will respond to teacher feedback.

Mammals

Learn this: I will learn about the class Mammalia, classify mammals, discuss their anatomy and physiology, examine mammal reproduction and parental care, and explore adaptations for terrestrial life and ecological roles of mammals.

Do this: I will create a project that demonstrates what I have learned and shows I know how to:

Identify local mammal species and their tracks.
Study mammal specimens, including skulls and skeletons.
Research and present a report on a specific mammal species.
Visit a local zoo, wildlife sanctuary, or natural history museum to observe and learn about mammals.
Characterize the diversity of mammals based on differences in (carnivore, herbivore, omnivore) and differences in (monotreme, marsupial, placental).

Grow from: I will respond to teacher feedback.

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