International College

Grade 8 CPP

Biology Orientation

2015-2016

Mrs. Hoda Tarraf

Miss. Maya Chebaro

Course Objectives

To allow students to understand the interdependence between the structure and function of the main body systems and to understand the causes and consequences of their malfunctioning.

Biology periods: 2X/week

+ handouts

Curriculum Content

Reproduction

Nutrition and Digestion

Circulation

Respiration

Co-Curricular Activity Science Whiz and Science Fair

As part of IC Mission:

To encourage our students to

become critical thinkers.

To promote the spirit of global

citizenship in our students.

Students are encouraged but not

obliged to enroll in one of these

activities. They will be rewarded by

bonus grades on their term

averages.

How is a Student Evaluated? Using Alternative Assessment

Tests (2X/term) + quizzes

Performance tasks

Challenges

Class projects

Class work and homework

Drawings

Lab sheets

How is a Student Evaluated?

Cont’d

A (%) of every exam grade will be allocated

to language precision and presentation

Participation and Classroom Presence:

A (%) of the term average will be allocated to

participation and classroom presence. This

will include, but is not limited to, class work

and seriousness, participating in class

discussions, completing assignments, daily

preparation, bringing material to class,

punctuality, respecting class rules.

What is Expected from a Grade 8

Student?

To establish consistent and appropriate study skill habits

To improve skills such as reading and interpreting scientific texts (text, graphs, tables…)

Drawing and analyzing diagrams and graphs.

To follow up regularly the course on Moodle (notes, worksheets, announcements, multimedia…)

To bring all needed materials and assignments to class on time

To do independently the assignments and avoid copying assignments from friends

To follow IC handbook policy in case of absences

How can Parents Help??

Encourage and foster

responsibility in your child

Follow up on your child’s

academic progress

The “Ultimate Goal” is to help your

child become an independent

learner and a responsible student

Thank You