BIOL 1001

General Biology

Instructor: Lori Barton

Class Syllabus
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regarding your course progress, grades, or other issues of a
personal nature, you should send an email to your course
instructor.
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Course Outcomes and Module Learning
Objectives
When you complete this course, you will be able to:
● Illustrate the life’s hierarchy of organization, explain the steps in
scientific method, demonstrate the formation of molecules, and
describe the structure and function of molecules in the cell.
● Analyze the structure of the cell, differentiate the functions of
organelles and cell membranes, and discuss how the cell energy
and enzymes facilitate the cell's metabolic reactions.
● Compare and contrast the processes of cellular respiration and
photosynthesis.
● Discuss the two types of cell division and their roles in the cell's
life cycle, and demonstrate how genes are inherited from
generation to generation.
● Analyze the structure of the DNA, and present the mechanism of
DNA replication and gene expression.
● Construct the diagram showing the evolution of life.
 ● Explain the formation of different biomes, and differentiate
aquatic biomes from terrestrial biomes.
Materials and Resources
The following textbook/resources are required for this course:
● Campbell Biology: Concepts & Connections, 9th Edition
(Textbook)
○ ISBN-13: 978-0-134-29601-2
● Mastering Biology without Pearson eText - Instant Access - for
Campbell Biology: Concepts & Connections, 9th Edition (Access
Code)
○ ISBN-13: 978-0-13-461016-0
Technical Information
Moodle runs on Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, or any device with a
web browser. Google Chrome and Firefox are the recommended
browsers for Moodle 3 at LSU. Moodle is not compatible with Internet
Explorer.
Hardware Recommendations
The following are helpful for completing your coursework and remote
testing:
● A headset with microphone
● A webcam
Printing Your Course Material
Use one of the following methods to print module content:
● Use the print commands in Moodle to print book chapters and
full books.
● Embedded PDFs contain printing functionality.
● Select Ctrl + P from your computer's keyboard.
● If you have added a print icon shortcut on your browser's
toolbar, click the icon to print content.
Grade Breakdown and Grading Scale
Lessons / Pearson's Dynamic Study Modules
Each module will feature optional, ungraded lessons using Pearson's
Dynamic Study Module.
Dynamic Study Modules (DSMs) are designed to cover key concepts in
each chapter of your textbook.
● Each Module is roughly 25–30 questions and is served to
students in short rounds of 8 questions to keep learning
interesting and motivating.
● DSMs adapt to how students answer questions, personalizing
learning for each student.
● DSMs are based on learning science, so they will help students
learn and remember concepts. For example, DSMs will not show
correct answers until after a round is over.
● Students can leave DSMs at any point and pick up where they left
off.
● The DSM mobile app is a fabulous way to study on the go. Just
be sure to log in to the DSM on your computer first.
● DSMs, on average, take about 30 minutes to complete.
Quizzes
Each module will feature graded quizzes.
● Each chapter in the textbook as presented in the module will
have a 15-question quiz for 15 points.
● The 15-question quiz should be completed within 30 minutes
before the deadline, and should be taken with only one attempt.
● First set of quizzes is derived from Modules 1, 2 and 3.
● Second set of quizzes is derived from Modules 4, 5, 6 and 7.
Discussion Forums / Journal Reflections
Each module will feature graded or ungraded activities such as
discussion forum and/or journal reflection. In these forums or
reflections,
● You are allowed to consult with other students regarding biology
concepts but not specific answers to questions.
● You may discuss the concepts demonstrated in the lessons and
quizzes, but do not share or assist others in deriving an answer.
● Do not use these forums or reflections to ask questions about
grading, specific course content, or to voice complaints about
other students.
Exams
This online course will feature two graded exams, the midterm exam
and the final exams with proctoring.
● After the completion of Modules 1, 2 and 3, midterm exam will
be administered.
● Midterm exam covers the chapters in Modules 1, 2, and 3. It has
100 questions for 100 points.
● After the completion of Modules 4, 5, 6 and 7, midterm exam will
be administered.
● Final exam covers the chapters in Modules 4, 5, 6 and 7. It has
100 questions for 100 points.
Testing Rules
● Timing: A 100-question exam should be completed within 120
minutes (2 hours) before the deadline, and should be taken with
only one attempt.
● Permitted/Prohibited: A computer with built-in camera,
microphone and speaker, a calculator and a blank scratch paper
are permitted. Cell phone, electronic watch, iPad, and other
electronic devices are prohibited items during the exam
● Restriction: The exam requires a password. The password will
NOT be given to students. Taking the exam should be supervised
by a proctor. Only, the proctor has the password and will enter
the password for the students to access the exam.
● Proctoring: Proctoring service will be supervised primarily by
ProctorU. Other proctor service, such as LSUE Testing Center,
may be provided based on student's request.
Course Policies
Attendance and Participation / Make-up Work Policies
Full and active participation is required in this course every week. All
work must be completed and submitted by the deadline. No late work
will be accepted. There are no make-ups for quizzes and forums.
Computer and internet connection problems are not valid excuses for
missing the deadline. For midterm or final exams, a valid excuse slip
MIGHT BE accepted. Students should contact their instructor as soon
as possible when the midterm or final exam is missed to make
arrangements for a possible make-up.
Netiquette
All discussion in this course should be written in formal, standard
English and should conform to the common goals of a learning
community. You are here to mutually develop each other’s
understanding of concepts in biology. Any comments that discourage
this objective are not acceptable. These include flaming, trolling, and
proselytizing. These incidents will be considered violations of the
LSUE Code of Student Conduct and ground for disciplinary action.
Disagreement is encouraged as a means of critical thinking, but it
should never be the product of discord.
Academic Integrity
Students in LSUE online courses must comply with the LSUE Code of
Student Conduct. Academic misconduct includes but is not limited to
collaboration, collusion, copying, failure to follow course
requirements, false pretenses, plagiarism, unauthorized use, and/or
any act designed to give unfair academic advantage to the student.
Preventing academic misconduct requires students to take ownership
of their individual work for individual assignments and assessments.
Students who violate the LSUE Code of Student Conduct will face
disciplinary action.
Transcripts
After you have completed this course, your grade will be filed with the
Office of the University Registrar. If a transcript is needed, it is your
responsibility to make a request to the registrar. If you would like to
order a transcript, visit the Office of the Registrar to request a
transcript.