Level 2 Biology
L2BIO Course DescriptionTeacher in Charge: Miss J. Abernethy.
Recommended Prior LearningLevel 1 Genetics
Level 2 Biology explores the world of living organisms, spanning from broad ecological concepts to microscopic processes. Students will explore ecosystems through hands-on experiences like the Rocky Shore field trip (watch this video of highlights from the rocky shore field trip), investigate organ functions through dissections, and dive into the microscopic realm of cells, DNA, and genetics.
This course builds on the foundational knowledge from the Level 1 Genetic Variation External and is required for Level 3 Biology.
Course Overview
Term 1
NCEA Assessment Title: “Investigate a pattern in an ecological community, with supervision” (AS91158) AND “Demonstrate understanding of life processes at a cellular level” (AS91156)
Credits: Four (internally assessed)
Term 2
NCEA Assessment Title: “Demonstrate understanding of life processes at a cellular level” (AS91156) AND “Carry out a practical investigation in a biology context, with supervision” (AS91153)
Credits: Four (internally assessed)
Term 3
NCEA Assessment Title: “Demonstrate understanding of genetic variation and change” (AS91157) AND “Demonstrate an understanding of adaptation of plants or animals to their way of life” (AS91155)
Credits: Three (internally assessed)
Term 4
Three weeks of revision for external assessments (AS91156 and AS91157)
Credits: Eight (externally assessed - four per assessment)
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