Instructor: Nancy Bushnell
Office Room: Faculty I, Room 111
Office Hours: T,Th(7-8 a.m.)(3-4 p.m.); W(12-1 p.m.) and by appointment
Office Phone: 245-8251
Email Address: bushnell@hawaii.edu
REQUIRED TEXT AND MATERIALS:
1. Animal Diversity (4th. edition), 2007, by Hickman, Roberts, Keen, Larson, and Eisenhour
2. 3 ring binder with partitions and lined paper for lecture, colored pencils or pens
3. Internet Access for research
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
A general survey of the basic principles of animal biology to include a study of animal
structure, development, physiology, reproduction, evolution, behavior, and ecology.
(3 credits and cross-listed as BIOL 103) (It is recommended that the Principles
of Zoology Lab, ZOOL 101L, be taken concurrently.)
STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES: It is expected that students who pass
this course will:
1. identify and use chemical and biological terminology
2. use and understand the periodic chart
3. demonstrate an understanding that biological processes may be explained in terms of the
laws of physics and chemistry
4. recognize the four categories of organic compounds and apply to organ systems
5. describe the parts of a cell and their functions
6. describe animal mitosis, DNA replication, and protein synthesis
7. discuss environmental and ecological issues, pseudo-science, and biology related articles
8. apply biological knowledge to self, family, Kaua'i, Hawaii, and science articles
9. present two oral group lectures, one on a chapter from the text and one
on animal research
10. discuss, ask, and answer questions correctly to demonstrate critical thinking:
OFFICE VISITS:
Please feel free to visit during office hours or by appointment regarding your progress
in the course.
GRADES:
Sixty percent (60%) of the final grade will be determined by three chapter exams.
All exams will consist of multiple-choice and fill in the blank questions
and will be weighted equally. The exams are non-cumulative. The questions will
come from the text, lecture, and handouts. The lecture final exam consists of an
oral report on a group service learning research project.
Twenty percent (20%) of the final grade will be two group oral presentations. One
involves a presentation of a chapter section and the other involves group research.
Fifteen percent (15%) of the final grade will consist of daily assignments and
a lecture notebook to include copies of all written assignments, chapter vocabulary and
questions, science article critiques, a copy of the class syllabus, class schedule, student
understandings document, class notes, and an example of the mathematical process used to
figure out your grade plus your tentative grade. Daily assignments will be checked at the
beginning of the class.
Five percent (5%) of the final grade will be for active participation and attendance.
Two excused absences will allow the late assignment to be accepted, otherwise all other late assignments will not be accepted. More than four absences will decrease your participation percentage by 1% per each absence over four. Ten absences earns a grade of "F". Make up exams may consist of essay questions.
| Your final grade is based on: | Percentage | Grading Scale |
| Exam Score Average | 60% | A = 90 - 100% |
| Two Oral Presentations and Research | 20% | B = 80 - 89% |
| Daily Assignments & Lecture Notebook | 15% | C = 65 - 79% |
| Active Participation, Attendance | 5% | D = 51 - 64% |
| Total | 100% | F = 0 - 50% |
TEST QUESTIONS:
Sixty percent (60%) of your grade (test questions) are taken from the material
in the book and lecture material. Therefore, regular attendance is normally required
to attain a passing grade of C or D. Since slides and overheads are used in lecture and
note taking is sometimes difficult in class, audio taping of lecture is allowed.
Prohibited classroom activities include: any disruptive behavior, late arrival or early
exit, eating or drinking in class, cheating, bringing children to class, videotaping, and
unregistered audit of lecture. Cheating results is an automatic zero for the test and is
cause for immediate disciplinary action.
WITHDRAWALS and INCOMPLETES:
Remember that the final date for withdrawal from the course is __________.
A "W" (withdrawal grade) after _________, requires the instructor's
signature and is given only in cases of extreme or unusual circumstances: 1) a certified
medical reason or 2) a death in the immediate family. Grade related excuses are unacceptable.
An "I" (incomplete grade) will be given only to students who are achieving passing grades and are very close to completing the course. The request form needs to be presented prior to the last day of instruction. In addition, the student must have a very good reason for not being able to complete all the work on time, such as those listed under withdrawal policy.
INSTRUCTION:
Lecture: The method of instruction is by lecture, Socratic questioning, group discussion, homework, and small group activities. Review the course competencies and you will see such words as "think critically, explain, describe, discuss, analyze, and problem solve." In order to address these objectives, you need to talk and write. In the small groups, you will be discussing specific problem issues and then writing a response addressing the problem, applying it to yourself or Kaua'i, or answering questions. Some of the homework assignments will be checked in class and some turned in to be graded. This written work needs to be kept in your lecture notebook (15 percent of your final grade) which is your file cabinet and should contain your ideas, your work, and important information which will help to determine your grade.
STUDENT CONDUCT and ACADEMIC INTEGRITY:
As members of the academic community students are expected to promote
an atmosphere of honesty and learning, respect for others, and appropriate
classroom behavior to maintain the academic integrity essential to the
educational process.
"Academic dishonesty cannot be condoned by the University. Such
dishonesty includes cheating and plagarism which violate the Student Conduct
Code and may result in expulsion from the University." (Kauai Community
College 2006/2007 Catalog, p. 53)
STUDY SKILLS AND ADVISING:
Transfer core science courses are very academically demanding courses that require
developed study skills. Generally at least 6 hours of study time/week are required to
obtain a passing "C" or "D" grade. Not only does the text need to be read; it
needs to be studied, and written notes taken. Since memory coding and retrieval are critical
to success, students are usually advised to organize; summarize; and rewrite the information
contained in the text(and lecture) into a set of coherent notes which can be used for review.
Students who perform poorly on tests should seek academic advising from the instructor
. During the semester, only estimated letter grades are given. As a general
rule, students who fail a single test ("F") or perform poorly ("D") on more than one test
should make an appointment to see the instructor IMMEDIATELY. The Learning Center
also has tutoring and counseling available in learning strategies.
If a student has a complaint or concern regarding the class or teaching, that person needs to make an appointment and talk with the instructor to resolve the problem.
Students with disabilities who believe that they may need accommodations in this class are
encouraged to contact the Learning Center as soon as possible, 245-8213 or 245-8212. This is to ensure that
such accommodations are implemented in a timely fashion.
ZOOLOGY 101 TENTATIVE SCHEDULE (*SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE)
| Date | Lecture Topic (Chapter) | Suggested Homework |
| 8/21 | Scientific Method(1)& Atoms (Handout)/Syllabus | Read and highlight handout, Take Notes |
| 8/23 | Organic Chemistry(Handout) | Read and highlight handout, Take Notes |
| 8/28 | Cell Parts, Mitosis(Handout) | Read and highlight handout, Take Notes |
| 8/30 | Cell Metabolism & Respiration (Handout) | Read and highlight handout, Take Notes |
| 9/4 | Genetics, DNA Replication, Protein Synthesis (Handout) | Read and highlight handout, Take Notes |
| 9/6 | Evolution (1) | Read Chapter 1, Answer Questions |
| 9/11 | Evolution & Review Questions (1) | Read Chapter 1, Answer Questions |
| 9/13 | Ecology, Populations (2) | Read Chapter 2, Answer Questions |
| 9/18 | Ecology Ecosystems (2)/ Midway Island | STUDY FOR TEST |
| 9/20 | Exam #1: Chapter 1 & 2 & Handouts
(Lecture Notebook due) | START READING NEXT CHAPTER 3 |
| 9/25 | Architecture & Review Questions(3) | Read Chapter 3, Answer Questions |
| 9/27 | Classification & Review Questions (4) | Read Chapter 4, Answer Questions |
| 10/2 | Protozoans (5) | Read Chapter 5, Answer Questions |
| 10/4 | Protista & Review Questions (5) | Read Chapter 5, Answer Questions |
| 10/9 | Sponges & Review Questions(6) | Read Chapter 6, Answer Questions |
| 10/11 | Radiate Animals, Cnidarians, Ctenophores (7) | Read Chapter 7, Answer Questions |
| 10/16 | Exam #2: Chapters 3,4,5,6,7
(Lecture Notebook due) | Study for test |
| 10/18 | Acoelomates(8) & Psuedocoelomates(9) | Read Chapter 8 & 9, Answer Questions |
| 10/23,25 | Molluscs(10)
STUDENT GROUP PRESENTATIONS CH.10 (10/23) |
Read Chapters 10, Questions Chapter 10 |
| 10/30 | Segmented Worms (11) | Read Chapter 11, Answer Questions |
| 11/1,6 | Arthropods (12) STUDENT GROUP PRESENTATIONS CH.12 (11/1) |
Read Chapter 12, Answer Questions |
| 11/8 | Eichinoderms (14) & Chordates (15) | Read Chapter 14, Answer Questions |
| 11/12 (M) | VETERAN'S DAY | HOLIDAY |
| 11/13 | Exam #3: Chapters 8,9,10,11,12,14
(Lecture Notebook due) | WORK ON RESEARCH SPEECH |
| 11/15,20 | NO CLASS, RESEARCH PROJECT | Work on RESEARCH |
| 11/23-24 | THANKSGIVING BREAK | HOLIDAY |
| 11/27 | Fishes (16)Oral Research Presentations | Work on Oral Presentations |
| 11/29 | Amphibians(17)& Reptiles(18) Oral Research Presentations | Work on Oral Presentations |
| 12/4 | Birds (19) Oral Research Presentations | Work on Oral Presentations |
| 5/4 | Mammals (20) Oral Research Presentations | Work on Oral Presentations |
STUDENT UNDERSTANDINGS
1. I understand the standards in this course and that I am responsible for monitoring my own learning.____(Initial)
2. I understand that the class-time will focus on practice and lecture activities.____
3. I understand on a typical class day I will be working in a small group and that I will be
responsible to take an active part in advancing the assigned work of the group.___
4. I understand that I will be held regularly responsible for assessing my own work using
criteria and standards discussed in class.___
5. I understand that if at any time in the semester I feel unsure about my grade, I may
request a meeting with the professor.___
6. I understand that I will have a written assignment due for almost every class day except
test days.___
7. I understand that I must keep a lecture notebook which contains chapter questions. all
homework, a copy of all computer generated reports, graded discussion group assignments,
a copy of the class syllabus and schedule, student understandings agreement, and an example of
the procedure used to figure out my grade.___
8. I understand that if the assignment for the day is not completed, then I am not prepared
to do the in-class work of the day and may be asked to leave.___
9. I understand that there is are two oral reports, one on a text chapter and a final research
oral report in the course.___
10. I understand that I must write a number of science newspaper or magazine article critiques.___
11. I understand that no make-up exams or extra-credit assignments will be given in this course.___
12. I understand that the work of the course requires consistent classroom attendance and active
participation.___
17. I understand that the final class grade will not be graded on a curve. I understand that
it is theoretically possible for the whole class to get an "A" or an "F".___
Two excused absences will allow the late assignment to be accepted, otherwise all other late assignments will not be accepted. More than four absences will decrease your participation percentage by 1% per each absence over four. Ten absences earns a grade of "F". Make up exams may consist of essay questions.__________
| I understand the basis of the final grade as follows: | PERCENTAGE | GRADE SCALE |
| Exam Score Average | 60% | A = 90 - 100% |
| Two Oral Presentations and Research | 20% | B = 80 - 89% |
| Daily Assignments & Lecture Notebook | 15% | C = 65 - 79% |
| Active Participation, Attendance | 5% | D = 51 - 64% |
| Total | 100% | F = 0 - 50% |
NAME: (Print) __________________________________________DATE:________
NAME: (Sign) _______________________________________________________