Podcasts about AP Biology

Teaching can feel like driving on autopilot - same route, same scenery, same old routine. So what happens when that journey starts to feel monotonous and uninspiring? In today's conversation, I dive deep into a feeling that every teacher experiences at some point: boredom. Whether you're an AP Biology teacher counting down to exam day or a Earth Science instructor trudging through yet another semester of the same curriculum, staleness can creep into even the most passionate teacher's classroom.I've been there, teaching multiple sections of general biology, repeating the same lessons over and over again, semester after semester. That's why I'm sharing eight practical strategies to reignite your teaching spark when your job feels stale. They worked for me, and I know they can work for you too! From considering a new course prep to collaborating with colleagues, investing in fresh resources, and shifting towards more student-centered approaches, these tips are designed to help you break out of your educational rut and rediscover the joy of teaching.➡️ Show Notes: https://itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com/episode181Resources Mentioned:INRS PD CoursesLabs When Limited Virtual PD Course (free!)Core Values Mini-CourseTeach the Class Project Download your FREE Classroom Reset Challenge.Send me a DM on Instagram: @its.not.rocket.scienceSend me an email: rebecca@itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com  Follow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts.Related Episodes and Blog Posts:Episode 29, Student-Centered Pedagogy: What It IsEpisode 30, Student-Centered Pedagogy: Why Make the ShiftEpisode 31, Student-Centered Pedagogy: How to Do ItEpisode 32, Student-Centered Pedagogy: One Way to StartEpisode 72, Review Strategies for EOC, Benchmark, and AP ExamsEpisode 121, Burned Out? When It's Time to Make a Change Episode 153, How to Make Boring Topics More EngagingEpisode 166, How to Use Your Students to Work Smarter Rather Than Harder Save 25% off on ALL It's Not Rocket Science resources (and virtual PD courses)!!https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/its-not-rocket-science

AP Biology comes with big challenges—pacing, labs, and preparing students for that exam. But today's guest, Tiffany from AP Bio Penguins, is here to help! Tiffany shares her best strategies for structuring class time, simplifying labs, and making test prep less stressful, all while keeping students engaged. She also reveals her advice for grading smarter (not harder!) and creating free, accessible resources to support all learners. Whether you're a seasoned AP Bio teacher or tackling the course for the first time, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you teach with more confidence. Don't forget to check out the resources linked below, and happy Cinco de Bio!

Science can sometimes feel like an exclusive club that only certain people are allowed into. In this week's episode, produced in partnership with the Allen Institute, both of our storytellers try to find their place in science. Part 1: After getting accepted to a PhD program, Max Departee can't help but feel like he's not good enough to be there. Part 2: Han Arbach is worried coming out as non-binary will ruin their scientific career. Max Departee is a research scientist from the Pacific Northwest who has always had a fascination with the natural world. A curious nature and outdoor spirt led him to attend Montana State University where, between fly-fishing on local rivers and skiing the Rockies, he earned his Bachelors Degree in Biotechnology. Max's career and training as a scientist have taken him many places, from a PhD program in North Carolina, to a small Biotech Start-up in Washington, and back to his home town of Seattle where he now works at the Allen Institute for Brain Science. Han Arbach grew up dreaming of becoming an astronaut after watching the space shuttle land at the military base their family was stationed at. As they continued to grow up and became a “frequent flyer” in the orthopedics department for various injuries, their aspirations shifted towards medical training. Encouraged by fantastic AP Biology and Chemistry teachers in high school they pursued a biochemistry major at Mount Holyoke College. Here they were encouraged by a chemistry professor to try out research. This fostered a newfound love for discovery and research, and with it a new dream career path of becoming a scientist. Han completed their Ph.D. in Biochemistry at the University of Washington studying tail regeneration and nuclear structure in tadpoles. They then did Postdoctoral work at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center using viruses as a tool to probe facets of cell biology. Now, they are a Program Officer at the Paul G. Allen Frontiers Group. Outside of work, you will find them raising two dogs with their partner, attempting to befriend crows, and being a poor but enthusiastic gardener.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amy Tiebout teaches AP Biology and PLTW Human Body Systems at Penn High School in Mishawaka, Indiana. Amy has a background in graphic design and illustration. She earned biology and art degrees from Carson-Newman College and a Masters in Teaching from Bethel College. She states that becoming a teacher later in life has been the best decision, and she enjoys helping her students develop a strong foundation in biomedical science before considering a healthcare career, while also learning how lifestyle choices impact their own health. When she is not teaching, Amy loves taking care of her many class pets, scuba diving, snowboarding, cycling and hiking. More: Intro and Outro music "Vicious Pen" courtesy of Moby Gratis Intro and Outro music "Vicious Pen" courtesy of Moby Gratis  

As we move forward with focusing on the different AP science classes, this week, we're focusing on AP Biology. This class comes with a lot of content, material, reading, and prior background knowledge to help students succeed and prepare for the end-of-year AP exam. I'm so lucky to have guest Beth Hines be the expert on this class since she is a veteran teacher and has been teaching AP biology for 3 years. In today's episode, Beth shares so much information, wisdom, and encouragement, and how to keep your students accountable and truly prepare them for the course and final exam. Since there's so much content to cover with AP Biology, I jump right into it with Beth. Her ability to be open about what she loves the most and her opinions on labs, homework, grading, and textbooks will help listeners get an idea of what's most important when teaching AP Biology. Beth also answers the most common and pressing question of how to get through the content and effective ways to prepare students for the final AP exam. One way she serves her students is by having high expectations for them and holding them accountable for their actions and learning the content, which will benefit them in the class and future life skills. No matter how long you've been teaching, teaching an AP class can be intimidating and a lot to handle. So, if you're in this situation, Beth shares advice and what resources to become familiar with to feel prepared before your students arrive. Whether you're a teacher of an AP science class or not, I know you will gain beneficial information to use in your own classroom. Stay tuned to next week's episode as we highlight another AP science class! Resources Mentioned: Bozeman Science WebsitePivot Interactive LabsAP Bio Facebook groupAP Bio Penguins Review InstagramDownload your FREE Classroom Reset ChallengeSend me a DM on Instagram: @its.not.rocket.scienceSend me an email: rebecca@itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.comFollow, rate, and review on Apple Podcasts Show Notes: https://itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com/episode125

On episode #162, I spoke with the Michael Gotta about trusting God.During our conversation, we covered:- The need for radical trust- Why it is so hard to trust- The call that men have to lead- How comparison makes trusting God difficult- And much more...Biography:Michael Gotta teaches AP Biology and Environmental Science at a college preparatory school in Fort Worth, Texas. He graduated from Franciscan University of Steubenville with a B.S. in Biology and a minor in Chemistry. He is married with two children and a third on the way.Our Sponsors:This is a Good Catholic Podcast.  If you're interested in purchasing a Good Catholic digital series, use code GBS for 20% off your total order.Looking for the perfect Catholic gift? Check out The Catholic Company and find it today! Use code SAINTS20OFF for 20% off your next purchase! Support the show

The AP Biology Ultimate Review Packet is available now! Find out how you can get a free preview and discount code to access exclusive videos, study guides, practice sheets, practice multiple choice and a full length practice exam. The URP has everything you need to get an A in your biology class and a 5 on the exam.STUDENTS, GET YOUR FREE PREVIEW OF THE ULTIMATE REVIEW PACKET: https://www.ultimatereviewpacket.com/...TEACHERS, GET YOUR FREE URP TEACHER TRIAL WITH BONUS RESOURCES: https://www.ultimatereviewpacket.com/...AND PLACE BULK ORDERS: https://www.ultimatereviewpacket.com/...WEBSITE https://theapsoluterecap.comPODCAST https://the-apsolute-recap-biology-ed...SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/5a0ohv6...APPLE PODCASTS https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...LINKTREE https://linktr.ee/theapsoluterecaphttps://www.ultimatereviewpacket.com/courses/ap-biologyThank you for listening to The APsolute RecAP: Biology Edition!(AP is a registered trademark of the College Board and is not affiliated with The APsolute RecAP. Copyright 2024 - The APsolute RecAP, LLC. All rights reserved.)Website:www.theapsoluterecap.comEMAIL:TheAPsoluteRecAP@gmail.comFollow Us:INSTAGRAMTWITTERFACEBOOKYOUTUBE

My guest for today is Adrianne Stone, founder of Bayou City Startups, an organization that hosts monthly happy hours for Houston founders. Adrianne has had a very diverse career background — from getting her PHD and teaching AP Biology to joining 23andMe in the Bay Area. She shares how passionate about networking she is on the show and her observations on Houston's growing innovation ecosystem.

In this interview we have the opportunity to hear from a leading vice principal at the great, Bishop Michael Eldon School, and we present biochemistry in poetry form in five different languages ( English, French, German, Spanish and then Portuguese) . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this interview we have the opportunity to hear from a leading vice principal at the great, Bishop Michael Eldon School, and we present biochemistry in poetry form in five different languages ( English, French, German, Spanish and then Portuguese) .

Subscribe to Receive Venkat's Weekly Newsletter Kyrstal thought her first three years of High School weren't that memorable. She was just doing things she thought she was supposed to do. Classes like AP Biology, Soccer, and the rest. In her senior year she really got involved in leadership. Organized student rallies for football games & was the Class treasurer. She found that these experiences gave her access to lots of opportunities.  Krystal joins our podcast to share her undergraduate honors college journey at SDSU, Honors College courses, Internships, Majoring in Finance, and Advice for High Schoolers. In particular, we discuss the following with her:  SDSU Weber Honors College Experience Majoring in Finance Summer Internships Advice to High Schoolers Topics discussed in this episode: Introduction to Krystal Nzeadibe, SDSU HC [] Hi Fives - Podcast Highlights [] Overall SDSU Honors College Experience [] Why SDSU Honors College? [] High School Interests [] Transition to College [] Honors College Courses [] The Peers [] Campus Activities [] Summer Internships [] Majoring in Finance [] The HC Difference [] SDSU Redo [] Why MBA? [] Advice for High Schoolers [] Memories [] Our Guest: Krystal Nzeadibe graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Finance from San Diego State University Weber Honors College. Krystal is currently pursuing an MBA at Harvard Business School. Krystal can be reached at krystal.nzeadibe@gmail.com. Memorable Quote: “So things like doing public speaking engagements, being like a student on different University Board committees. And I think being comfortable in uncomfortable situations allowed me to be confident when it came to working my first job”. Krystal Nzeadibe. Episode Transcript: Please visit Episode's Transcript. Similar Episodes: College Experiences Calls-to-action: Follow us on Instagram. To Ask the Guest a question, or to comment on this episode, email podcast@almamatters.io. Subscribe or Follow our Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.

This episode is a teaser for our YouTube Channel where we recap the entire AP Bio curriculum. That's right - all 8 units from start to finish with the top terms, concepts, and equations1 you need to remember for the exam in May.SPEED REVIEW VIDEOSPEED REVIEW CHECKLISTPRACTICE EXAMSTUDY GUIDEThank you for listening to The APsolute RecAP: Biology Edition!(AP is a registered trademark of the College Board and is not affiliated with The APsolute RecAP. Copyright 2023 - The APsolute RecAP, LLC. All rights reserved.)Website:www.theapsoluterecap.comEMAIL:TheAPsoluteRecAP@gmail.comFollow Us:INSTAGRAMTWITTERFACEBOOKYOUTUBE

https://feeds.simplecast.com/iksAjLoVMelanie Kingett from the APsolute RecAP has joined the Ultimate Review Packet for AP Biology!https://www.ultimatereviewpacket.com/courses/ap-biologyThank you for listening to The APsolute RecAP: Biology Edition!(AP is a registered trademark of the College Board and is not affiliated with The APsolute RecAP. Copyright 2023 - The APsolute RecAP, LLC. All rights reserved.)Website: www.theapsoluterecap.comEMAIL: TheAPsoluteRecAP@gmail.comFollow Us:INSTAGRAMTWITTERFACEBOOKYOUTUBE

Using ChatGPT for Doctorate's Level Courses, Writing Business Plans, Video Game Development, and Creating In-Depth Podcast Episodes3/27/23Steps for Creating Doctorate Level CoursesGive ChatGPT this promptI would like a doctorate course outline on (whatever you want to learn how to do)Example PromptI would like a doctorate course outline on developing a video game in the Unity Engine. C# will be used as well.After your outline is given, type this prompt into ChatGPT, and copy and paste each bullet point into the prompt:Give me an in-depth doctorate course outline on (bullet point)Once you are given an in-depth doctorate course on each bullet point, take each of those bullet points and give ChatGPT this prompt:Please give me an in-depth education on (bullet point)OpenAI just announced GPT-4, an updated chatbot that can pass everything from a bar exam to AP Biology. Here's a list of difficult exams both AI versions have passed.https://www.businessinsider.com/list-here-are-the-exams-chatgpt-has-passed-so-far-2023-1?op=1#usa-biology-olympiad-semifinal-exam-5 With ChatGPT, Teachers Can Plan Lessons, Write Emails, and More. What's the Catch?https://www.edweek.org/technology/with-chatgpt-teachers-can-plan-lessons-write-emails-and-more-whats-the-catch/2023/01 Business PlanTo get an outline for a business plan, give ChatGPT this prompt:“Give me an outline for a business plan that banks are sure to approve at the top funding rate with low interests.”ChatGPT AnswerI. Executive Summary  * Brief overview of the business idea, target market, competitive advantage, and financial projections  * Detailed description of the product or service being offered and its unique selling proposition (USP)  * Brief summary of the target market, including demographic information and key characteristics  * Overview of the competition and the business's competitive advantage  * Financial projections, including revenue, expenses, and profitabilityII. Business Description  * Detailed description of the business mission, vision, objectives, legal structure, ownership, and management team  * Business mission statement outlining the purpose and goals of the business  * Vision statement that describes the desired future state of the business  * Objectives that are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART)  * Legal structure, including the type of business (e.g., LLC, corporation, sole proprietorship) and ownership structure  * Management team, including key personnel, their qualifications, and responsibilitiesIII. Market Analysis  * Comprehensive analysis of the target market, including size, demographics, growth potential, competition, and market trends  * Market size and growth potential, including key market segments and their size, growth rates, and potential for profitability  * Demographic information, including age, gender, income, and other relevant characteristics  * Analysis of the competition, including their strengths, weaknesses, and market share  * Overview of market trends, including emerging technologies, consumer preferences, and regulatory changesIV. Marketing and Sales Strategy  * Clear plan for reaching and acquiring customers, including marketing channels, pricing strategy, and sales projections  * Marketing channels that will be used to reach the target market, such as social media, email, and print advertising  * Pricing strategy that is competitive and aligned with the value proposition of the business  * Sales projections, including sales volume and revenue targets for the short- and long-termV. Operations Plan  * Description of the day-to-day operations of the business, including production process, suppliers, inventory management, and logistics  * Production process, including the steps involved, resources required, and quality control measures  * Suppliers, including the sources of raw materials, equipment, and other resources required for the business  * Inventory management, including the management of inventory levels, ordering, and storage  * Logistics, including transportation, warehousing, and distributionVI. Financial Projections  * Detailed financial projections, including revenue and expense forecasts, cash flow projections, balance sheets, and profit and loss statements  * Revenue projections that are realistic and aligned with the sales and marketing strategy  * Expense projections that take into account all costs associated with operating the business, including fixed and variable costs  * Cash flow projections that demonstrate the ability to manage cash flow effectively  * Balance sheets that provide an overview of the assets, liabilities, and equity of the business  * Profit and loss statements that demonstrate profitability and sustainabilityVII. Funding Requirements  * Clear statement of funding requirements, amount of funding required, use of funds, and expected return on investment  * Funding requirements that are realistic and aligned with the financial projections and business objectives  * Use of funds that is clearly defined and demonstrates how the funds will be used to achieve the business objectives  * Expected return on investment that is attractive to potential investors and demonstrates the potential for profitabilityVIII. Risk Analysis  * Assessment of potential risks and challenges, along with plan for mitigating those risks and addressing challenges  * Identification of potential risks and challenges that the business may face, including market, financial, legal, and operational  * Assessment of the likelihood and potential impact of each risk and challenge  * Mitigation strategies for each risk and challenge, including contingency plans and risk management processes  * Plan for regular monitoring and review of risks and challenges to ensure timely mitigation and proactive managementIX. Exit Strategy  * Plan for exiting the business, whether through a sale, merger, or other means, along with estimated timeline and potential exit valuations  * Description of the preferred exit strategy and the criteria for triggering an exit  * Timeline for executing the exit strategy, including key milestones and objectives  * Estimated exit valuations, including potential return on investment and factors that may impact the valuation  * Plan for communicating the exit strategy to investors, employees, and other stakeholdersX. Appendices  * Supporting materials and additional information that provide context and background for the business plan  * Marketing materials, such as brochures, flyers, and advertisements  * Relevant research and analysis, including market research, competitor analysis, and industry reports  * Legal documents, such as licenses, permits, and contracts  * Financial documents, such as tax returns, financial statements, and bank statements  * Resumes and biographies of key personnel, including the management team and board of directorsWhen ChatGPT give you an outline for a business plan, ask ChatGPT to explain each part of the business plan“Make this an outline, put it into bullet points, and make it extremely detailed.”Prompt for a Letter to the 3 Credit BureausCan you write me a letter to the 3 credit bureaus disputing a derogatory item. You can make up any data to fill up the required fields. This is just an example for the students that I am teaching. I simply want to show your capability and what you can do. Keep in mind I want the derogatory removed from my credit.Here's what you should include.Current dateYour information (name, contact info, date of birth and account number)The credit bureau's contact informationA brief description of the error (no need to regale them with a long and complicated story)Any documents you may have that can help prove your point, such as payment records or court documents (make sure to mention that you're sending these in the letter)Instructions about what you want the credit bureau to do (reinvestigate and remove the item from your report)A copy of your credit report with the error highlightedA scanned copy of your government-issued ID (such as your driver's license) and a bill or some other document to prove your addressSample credit dispute letterBob Loblaw123 First LaneAnytown, FL 12345DOB: 01/01/01Account#: 1234-56789TransUnionPO Box 2000Chester, PA 19016May 1, 2018To whom it may concern:I am writing to inform you about an error I noticed on my TransUnion credit report (account number 1234-56789).Date of item being disputed: (add the date of the item here)Description of dispute: (add a brief description of what is showing up on your credit report and why it's wrong here)Enclosure: (list any supporting evidence you're sending along, such as a billing statement or a credit report with the highlighted error)I am requesting that you remove this information from my credit report.Thank you for your help.Sincerely,(sign your name here)Dear Sir/Madam,I am writing to dispute a derogatory item that is listed on my credit report. My personal information is as follows:Name: John SmithContact Information: 123 Main Street, Anytown, NY 12345Date of Birth: 01/01/1990Account Number: 987654321The credit bureau I am disputing this item with is Equifax. The bureau's contact information is:Equifax Information Services LLCP.O. Box 740256Atlanta, GA 30374The item I am disputing is a late payment on my credit card account that is showing up as a derogatory item on my credit report. The date of the item is 03/01/2022. I believe this item is a mistake and should not be on my credit report.I have attached a copy of my credit report with the item highlighted, as well as a copy of my payment records showing that I made the payment on time. I am also attaching a copy of my government-issued ID and a bill to prove my address.I am requesting that Equifax investigate this item and remove it from my credit report as soon as possible.Thank you for your time and attention to this matter.Sincerely,John Smith123 Main StreetAnytown, NY 12345(123) 456-7890Steps for Creating In-depth Podcast EpisodesAsk ChatGPT to write you a podcast outline on your podcast topicAfter ChatGPT give you the podcast outline, take each bullet point and ask ChatGPT to write a detailed paragraph for that bullet pointWrite me an introductory paragraph Welcoming listeners and introducing the topic of the episode: (episode topic)“(Voice and style guide: Use a formal and academic tone paired with sophisticated vocabulary and grammar. Provide a thorough and in-depth analysis of the subject matter. Explain complex scientific concepts in a clear “and accessible way. Use examples from a variety of fields, such as psychology and cognitive science. Present counter-arguments and dissenting opinions in a balanced and objective way.)”Write a concise thesis statement and include "the traditional view of retirement and how it's changing in today's world", and give me every conceivable point in my thesis statement that can be drawn from the information I have given you below. To be clear, it is important to make this a master's degree level thesis statement. The information you will need to accomplish this is posted below. (Enter your podcast outline information below the prompts.)Ask ChatGPT to give you 10 titles from your thesis statement You have inspired me to create a 10-part series. I want to begin first with the 10 titles, but it is important that we draw all 10 titles from my thesis statement below. Can you list the 10 titles for my limited podcast special series? (Insert the thesis statement ChatGPT gave you earlier)Prompt for Developing a Video Game in ChatGPTI would like a doctorate course outline on developing a video game in the Unity Engine. C# will be used as well.ChatGPT ResponseHere is the Gaming Class outline:Module 1: Introduction to Unity and C#* Introduction to Unity Engine* Introduction to C# programming language* Creating a simple game in Unity using C#Module 2: Designing the Game* Conceptualizing the game* Developing the storyline* Designing the game mechanics* Developing the game's visual designModule 3: Developing the Game Mechanics* Developing the stealth mechanics* Developing the resource management mechanics* Developing the decision-making mechanics* Developing the puzzle-solving mechanicsPart 1: Beginner Game Mechanics* Developing the basic movement and interaction mechanics for the player character* Implementing basic AI for non-playable characters (NPCs)* Creating a basic game world with simple assets and terrainPart 2: Gaming Mechanics* Developing the stealth mechanics to include more complex AI and player interactions* Implementing loot-dropping mechanics, including random item generation and inventory management* Expanding the game world with more advanced terrain and environmental featuresPart 3: Advanced Game Mechanics* Developing the resource management mechanics to include more complex systems, such as hunger, thirst, and fatigue* Creating more advanced NPC behaviors, such as dialogues, quests, and factions* Adding additional gameplay mechanics, such as crafting, trading, and combatPart 4: Expert Dynamic and AI-Driven Game Mechanics* Developing more dynamic and AI-driven game mechanics, such as procedural generation of the game world, adaptive difficulty, and advanced AI behaviors* Creating complex and dynamic game events, such as natural disasters, changing weather, and NPC interactions* Implementing advanced gameplay mechanics, such as skill-based progression, character customization, and non-linear narrative designModule 4: Developing the Storyline and Narrative* Writing the game script* Developing the game's characters* Developing the game's world* Integrating the game mechanics with the storylineModule 5: User Interface and Controls* Designing the user interface* Implementing the game controls* Testing and refining the user interface and controlsModule 6: Sound and Music* Creating sound effects* Creating background music* Integrating sound and music into the gameModule 7: Polishing and Refining* Testing and debugging the game* Optimizing game performance* Refining the game's mechanics and narrative* Adding final touches to the gameModule 8: Deployment and Distribution* Preparing the game for deployment* Packaging the game for distribution* Deploying the game on multiple platformsModule 9: Marketing and Promotion* Identifying the target audience* Developing marketing strategies* Promoting the game through various channelsModule 10: Ethical Considerations and Conclusion* Addressing ethical considerations in game development* Conclusion and reflection on the game development process* Presenting the final game to the class and receiving feedback.* Addressing ethical considerations in game development, particularly in the portrayal of sensitive topics such as domestic abuse.* Discussing potential impacts and risks associated with the game's narrative and mechanics.* Analyzing potential player responses and addressing potential concerns.* Conducting user testing to evaluate the impact of the game.* Presenting the final game to the class and receiving feedback.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-secret-to-success/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this month's 2nd Episode of Season 3 we recap the month of September on UT OnRamps/AP Biology course and content. In the 1st segment we review some nuggets of Unit 2 Content...Biomolecules that will definitely show up on the Upcoming Exam Friday Sept. 30th. In our 2nd and final segment I reveal my Top 3 Summer Streaming Shows that I watched and Enjoyed and that You Should Too! Remember to subscribe, like, and please comment on the podcast on your podcast listening platform. You can also e-mail me at ovelas@neisd.net with any comments or feedback. You can also follow me on twitter at OscarVelasquez@APBiologyMrV. Students can always contact me and communicate with me via Google Classroom. If you have questions or feedback you would like Mr. V to answer please e-mail me the questions or send them on Google Classroom, Instagram, or Twitter. Also follow the Instagram Page for the podcast "Evolving with Mr. V". Don't forget to Rate, Like and Comment on the Podcast on you Favorite Podcast Listening Platform. Remember Exam on Friday Sept. 30th covering Unit 2...Get Your Study ON!!! I want to thank you for listening...I am your Host Mr. Oscar Velasquez "Master of the Biological Arts". Have a Great Week and May the Force be With Us...Always...For This is the Way. Also don't forget Rate this Podcast...GIMME Feedback!!! Lastly...Big Shout Out to Free Music Achieve, SoundBible, Soundboard, and Zapsplat for the music and sound effects in the podcast. https://www.instagram.com/evolvingwithmrv/?hl=en

In this month's 1st Episode of Season 3 we recap the 1st month on UT OnRamps/AP Biology course and content. In the 1st segment we review some nuggets of content that will definitely show up on the Upcoming Exam Friday Sept. 9th. In our 2nd and final segment I reveal my top 4 things I find annoy or be hating on at Johnson High School...spoiler warning...it's YOU! Remember to subscribe, like, and please comment on the podcast on your podcast listening platform. You can also e-mail me at ovelas@neisd.net with any comments or feedback. You can also follow me on twitter at OscarVelasquez@APBiologyMrV. Students can always contact me and communicate with me via Google Classroom. If you have questions or feedback you would like Mr. V to answer please e-mail me the questions or send them on Google Classroom, Instagram, or Twitter. Also follow the Instagram Page for the podcast "Evolving with Mr. V". Don't forget to Rate, Like and Comment on the Podcast on you Favorite Podcast Listening Platform. Remember Exam on Friday Sept. 9th covering Unit 0 and Unit 1...Get Your Study ON!!! I want to thank you for listening...I am your Host Mr. Oscar Velasquez "Master of the Biological Arts". Have a Great Week and May the Force be With Us...Always...For This is the Way. Also don't forget Rate this Podcast...GIMME Feedback!!! Lastly...Big Shout Out to Free Music Achieve, SoundBible, Soundboard, and Zapsplat for the music and sound effects in the podcast. https://www.instagram.com/evolvingwithmrv/?hl=en

Ready to learn the history, philosophy, and practice of an experienced professional in the test prep industry? MEET OUR GUEST John Henrikson, founder of Monmouth Test Prep, lives in Fair Haven, NJ with his wife and three children. John holds a BS in Biology and MS in Evolutionary Biology. He is the Chair of the Science Department at Seton Hall Preparatory School in northern NJ where he has been teaching AP Biology and AP Environmental Science for twenty four years. John has been working in the test prep industry for more than 25 years. First employed by two of the leading test prep companies in the nation, John struck out on his own more than twenty years ago to develop a broad array of strategies for the PSAT, SAT, and ACT exams. He founded Monmouth Test Prep in 2011 and moved them to their current location in Fair Haven in 2018.   Find John at https://monmouthtestprep.com. ABOUT THIS PODCAST Tests and the Rest is THE college admissions industry podcast. Explore all of our episodes on the show page. ABOUT YOUR HOSTS Mike Bergin is the president of Chariot Learning and founder of TestBright. Amy Seeley is the president of Seeley Test Pros. If you're interested in working with Mike and/or Amy for test preparation, training, or consulting, feel free to get in touch through our contact page.  

GALA ACADEMY - COS LA MID CITY   Olivia Liu has attended GALA since 9th grade.  She currently has a 4.39 GPA and has completed ten AP courses including AP Biology, AP Computer Science Principles, AP Computer Science A, AP Physics, AP Statistics, AP US History, AP World History, AP English Language AP Capstone (two-year course of AP Seminar and AP Research). Her AP seminar topic was titled "Beauty Standards Impact on Women of Color" and evaluated the way that Eurocentric favoritism in media impacts women of color socioeconomically and psychologically.  Her AP research topic this year is a critique to examine if Disney utilized colorblind or Critical Race Theory when they represented Latina culture in the establishment of the first Latina Princess, Elena of Avalor.  Olivia will attend Mount Saint Mary's University next Fall and plans to double major in film and child development.  Her goal is to become an animation producer to create shows that feature diversity and address topics not usually covered in animation.  Olivia received the prestigious Mount Saint Mary's LePuy Founders Award recognizing her academic achievement and providing her with a full scholarship at Mt. St Mary's.   STEM ACADEMY OF HOLLYWOOD - COS HOLLYWOOD   Miriam Garcia born on April 22, 2004 to a family of two. She attends STEM Academy of Hollywood because of her interest in her older sister's interdisciplinary projects at the school.  She was accepted to and plans to attend Dartmouth University as an Engineering major with a full scholarship.   ALEXANDER HAMILTON HIGH SCHOOL - COS Hamilton   Roxana Behdad is Hamilton High's Valedictorian and will attend Cornell University in the Fall 2022. Majoring in Government.  Roxana is interested in seeking a position in International Storytelling and Journalism. Roxana started a magazine called "Demolition" during Quarantine and has been the Diversity and Inclusion Chaplain for the Youth and Government Club at Hamilton High School.   Augustus Hawkins High School - COS SOUTH MID CITIES   Valedictorian Ms. Yasmin Perez is an eighteen-year-old female Latino student.  Has grown up with the passion of engineering.  She is a first-generation college student who was accepted into Harvey Mudd College.  She has the desire to pursue an Aerospace engineering degree and wants to work for NASA upon completion of her degree.    UNIVERSITY HIGH - COS WEST LA  Tyler Lee is a graduating Senior at University HS Charter who will be attending UCSB as a pre-biology student.   While at Uni, Tyler enrolled and successfully completed 10 Advanced Placement and three college courses.   Tyler is super excited and stated that he won't be able to sleep last night because of this awesome opportunity.  ;}   Fairfax High School - COS Fairfax High School Rachel Reyes Segura is a first-generation Latina.  Will attend CalTech later this fall hoping to double major in computational neural systems and computer science.    VENICE HIGH SCHOOL - COS VENICE Kiera Buckley is Venice High School's BSU president and a true leader. Kiera is a member of Venice High School's School Based Management, and she will be attending Howard University in the fall.

a ten minute recap of the cell theory, endosymbiotic theory, cell interactions with its environment, importance of the plasma membrane, regulatory mechanisms, and cell organelles. corresponds to unit 2: cell structure and function of AP Biology.

a quick, 8 minute overview of water's importance to life as well as the makeup and properties of macromolecules. corresponds to unit 1 of AP Biology.

What better way to top off our mini-series on Senioritis than an interview with a teacher who has taught a lot of seniors in her career. I am so excited to welcome my friend, Diana Price, to the show today! In this episode, Diana shares some tips for how she personally handles senioritis with her students. She also talks about her entire teaching experience, from starting out as a floater teaching at the high school she went to, to now teaching mid-pandemic at a small private school as the only teacher who teaches the 5 preps that she has. She shares a wealth of knowledge, especially in relation to her experiences teaching AP biology. Even if you don't teach AP biology, you'll walk away from this episode with some practical strategies for simplifying your life as a secondary science teacher. Check out the show notes for all resources mentioned in this episode: https://itsnotrocketscienceclassroom.com/episode15

My AP Biology Thoughts  Unit 7 Natural Selection EPISODE TITLE: Butterflies and ParasitesAnushka Agarwal, Olivia Lundquist, & Hana Hamid  Welcome to My AP Biology Thoughts podcast, our names are Anushka, Olivia, and Hana and we are your hosts for Unit 7: Examples of Evolution-Butterflies and parasites. In episode 114, we will be discussing Butterflies and parasites and how they relate to the AP Biology Curriculum.  Segment 1: Overview of Butterflies and Parasites  To start off, what is evolution? Evolution is the process by which different organisms develop from their ancestors to adapt to the environment they are living in. This idea was proposed by Charles Darwin to explain how species have the ability to evolve. We can look at the Blue Moon butterflies for examples and how they adapted to their environment to protect themselves from the killing parasite. The Blue Moon Butterfly, or Hypolimnas bolina, is an eggfly commonly found in New Zealand, Australia, New Guinea, Solomons, etc. The blue moon butterfly's mating season is normally in the spring and summer. Their name is derived from the 2 bright circular patches on the backs of the males. Natural selection occurring between the butterflies and parasites is an example of evolution happening in real time. This is because scientists discovered that the bluemoon butterflies developed resistance in a span of 10 generations (which lasted a year).  Additionally, the peppered moth is a species of a night-flying moth which is most commonly found in the northern hemisphere in countries such as Europe, Asia, and North America. They are generally small moths (only 1.5-2.5 inches) and their eggs normally hatch during mid summer. While some moths are typically light in color, many have dark skins and normally have extra camouflage to protect them from their predators (which includes ​​flycatchers, nuthatches, and European robin). We can see a difference in the colors of the peppered moth due to the Industrial Revolution marked an era of industrial change in Europe and the United States from 1760-1840, which affected not only economy but the environment as well.  Segment 2: Evidence that supports Evolution of Butterflies and Parasites  mutation the changing of a structure of a gene that may result in a variant form → can have impact bc it has the potential of getting passed down that leads to evolution mutation: males can survive the infection of parasite that kills male embryos normally they cant(mutation allowed for them to live and complete term/live) Natural selection (blue moon butterflies)  Since the parasites normally targeted male blue moon butterflies, their population was a staggering 1%. However, because these butterflies obtained immunity from the parasite, their population bounced back to 40% in less than a year!  natural selection the process of adaptation of a species in order to survive. It is caused by environmental factors.  before industrial revolution: moths were white 2% were black after industrial revolution: moths were black 5% were white not eaten as frequently after revolution when dark bc they blended better with the environment  artificial bc the environment changed, causing the need to adapt, bc of humans and factories How peppered moths can be considered natural selection before industrial revolution: moths were white 2% were black after industrial revolution: moths were black 5% were white How did this happen( factories were being built during the industrial revolution and burning coal for fuel helped them run, resulting in a dark smoke to cover the area Moths pass their color to the next generation ( a mutation in the DNA of a single moth caused the mutation to pass on to other moths) Dark moths started to live in dark forests (aided them in camouflage from predators)  Segment 3: Connection to the Course AP Biology has a strong focus on...

Patrick Matous is a Biomedical Sciences Academy teacher at Byron Nelson High School in Trophy Club, Texas. Matous has taught for more than twenty years, including AP Biology, AP Environmental Science and AP Chemistry.  In addition to teaching College Board courses he has had the opportunity to teach International Baccalaureate classes. Matous has also coached boys and girls cross country, track, and girls basketball. Coaching gave Mr. Matous the experience of working with students in an environment different from that of his classroom. Matous has enjoyed working hard with his peers and students to learn and understand the ever-changing world of biology. He takes his job seriously and works diligently to help students recognize their passion and  potential. Intro and Outro music "Vicious Pen" courtesy of Moby Gratis https://mobygratis.com/

Guess what!?!  Teach On  A Mission, LLC, is growing, and I am so excited to introduce you to Adriana Targa in this episode.  Adriana is a ten-year teacher in Managua, Nicaragua who is joining our team as the Content Coach for our Sustainable Biology Teacher membership for AP® Biology teachers! In this episode she not only  introduces herself, but brings us 3 steps to a successful year for all our AP® Biology teachers out there.  But that's not all… she's got 7 more steps!!!  That's right, 7 more actionable steps you can be taking this summer to make sure your school year is successful and sustainable in AP® Biology.   Grab the full download - 10 Steps to a Successful Year in AP® Biology Teacher workbook - at the link below. SUSTAINABLE TEACHER SHOW NOTES: https://www.teachonamission.com/blog/3-steps-to-a-successful-year-in-ap-biology  SUSTAINABLE TEACHER FB COMMUNITY: https://www.facebook.com/groups/sustainableteacher AP® BIOLOGY TEACHER WORKBOOK: https://www.teachonamission.com/apbioworkbook

The exam is almost here! Deep breath! It's one test, on one day. 90 minutes for 60 multiple choice and 90 minutes for 6 FRQs testing all 8 Units of Biology. Pace yourself and trust your gut. A few strategies to help you: Read and rank the FRQs (2:30). Answer the prompt (4:11). Read past unfamiliar terms (4:35). And don’t leave anything blank! (5:19)The Question of the Day asks (6:29) True or False. Error bars are 2 times SEM above the average.Thank you for listening to The APsolute RecAP: Biology Edition!(AP is a registered trademark of the College Board and is not affiliated with The APsolute RecAP. Copyright 2021 - The APsolute RecAP, LLC. All rights reserved.)Website:www.theapsoluterecap.comEMAIL:TheAPsoluteRecAP@gmail.comFollow Us:INSTAGRAMTWITTERFACEBOOKYOUTUBE

Episode 81 will recap multiple topics - it’ our third Listener’s Choice Episode. Cladograms are branching diagrams that show common ancestry among groups of organisms. (0:46) Cellular respiration and photosynthesis are energy conversion processes - focus on what goes in, what comes out, where, and why. (2:07) Cell signaling involves reception, transduction and response. (3:22) DNA replication is semiconservative and involves several enzymes. (5:38) And the central dogma has information flow from DNA to RNA to protein. (7:05)The Question of the Day asks (9:13) Which DNA strand is synthesized faster - leading or lagging?Thank you for listening to The APsolute RecAP: Biology Edition!(AP is a registered trademark of the College Board and is not affiliated with The APsolute RecAP. Copyright 2021 - The APsolute RecAP, LLC. All rights reserved.)Website:www.theapsoluterecap.comEMAIL:TheAPsoluteRecAP@gmail.comFollow Us:INSTAGRAMTWITTERFACEBOOKYOUTUBE

In AP Biology - Science skill number 5 is titled statistical tests and data analysis. On test day, have your calculator handy and check your equations and formulas sheet. Always make your math have meaning through analysis, biological application and units. This episode recaps probability (1:41), standard deviation (2:38), error bars (3:09) and Chi-Square hypothesis testing (3:38).The Question of the Day asks (9:30) A normal mother and colorblind father have a boy and a girl. What is the chance their son is colorblind?Thank you for listening to The APsolute RecAP: Biology Edition!(AP is a registered trademark of the College Board and is not affiliated with The APsolute RecAP. Copyright 2021 - The APsolute RecAP, LLC. All rights reserved.)Website:www.theapsoluterecap.comEMAIL:TheAPsoluteRecAP@gmail.comFollow Us:INSTAGRAMTWITTERFACEBOOKYOUTUBE

Communities with greater biodiversity are more resistant to ecosystem disruptions and environmental change. (1:00) Some community interactions are permanent, having evolved dependency over many many years with symbiosis. (2:22) A niche is the role or job that an organism has within an ecosystem (4:21).The Question of the Day asks (6:22) The clownfish hides within the anemone and excretes wastes within it. What type of symbiotic relationship is this?Thank you for listening to The APsolute RecAP: Biology Edition!(AP is a registered trademark of the College Board and is not affiliated with The APsolute RecAP. Copyright 2021 - The APsolute RecAP, LLC. All rights reserved.)Website:www.theapsoluterecap.comEMAIL:TheAPsoluteRecAP@gmail.comFollow Us:INSTAGRAMTWITTERFACEBOOKYOUTUBE

The APsolute Recap: Biology Edition - BiodiversityWhat is an ecosystem? Ecosystems have biotic and abiotic components working together in a system (0:54). The more diverse an ecosystem is, the more resilient it is during environmental changes. (1:27) Both biotic and abiotic factors play a role in maintaining species diversity and the keystone species is the lynch pin. (2:13)The Question of the Day asks (6:35) Approximately how much energy is transferred from one trophic level to the next?Thank you for listening to The APsolute RecAP: Biology Edition!(AP is a registered trademark of the College Board and is not affiliated with The APsolute RecAP. Copyright 2021 - The APsolute RecAP, LLC. All rights reserved.)Website:www.theapsoluterecap.comEMAIL:TheAPsoluteRecAP@gmail.comFollow Us:INSTAGRAMTWITTERFACEBOOKYOUTUBE

Graphs and ecology - they go together like predator and prey. Episode 77 recAPs the four equations discussed in Unit 8 - population growth (1:11), exponential growth (2:42), logistic growth (5:00) and Simpson’s Diversity Index (6:26). Get your calculator ready for some practice examples!The Question of the Day asks (9:01) Autotrophic organisms that capture energy from small inorganic compounds are classified as these.Thank you for listening to The APsolute RecAP: Biology Edition!(AP is a registered trademark of the College Board and is not affiliated with The APsolute RecAP. Copyright 2021 - The APsolute RecAP, LLC. All rights reserved.)Website:www.theapsoluterecap.comEMAIL:TheAPsoluteRecAP@gmail.comFollow Us:INSTAGRAMTWITTERFACEBOOKYOUTUBE

With the Arcadia Unified School District (AUSD) transitioning to a hybrid school model, we took time to talk to a few members of the community--principals, teachers, and students--to understand the behind-the-scenes process of our reopening process.    First up, Arcadia High School’s principal, Ms. Dillman, discusses some of the factors behind the reopening process while also answering some questions about the school reopenings. Another AUSD principal, Mrs. Mattera, introduces the procedures that the elementary schools will follow, giving an inside scoop on the Highland Oaks hybrid model. Along with the school administration, current Arcadia High senior Conner Hua highlights the student viewpoint and how their opinions have impacted the school’s reopening process. Next, Mr. Vo, an AP Biology and Environmental Science teacher at Arcadia High, shares his perspective on the transition, shedding light on how the changes have impacted teachers. Finally, Apache News member Ethan Tran recaps APN’s return to in-person filming.   We hope you enjoy this podcast! Like, comment, and follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Podbean for more content! Find our previous episodes at www.arcadiaunified.podbean.com.

What does the fox say? ALOT! Each yip, growl, howl and cry is a response to a stimulus in its environment and aids in the fox’s survival and overall reproductive success. (0:30) Survive long enough to pass on those genes and use every trick in your biological power to do so (1:39). Melanie recAPs a variety of examples ranging from phototropism (2:13) and shark blood detection (4:30) to honeybees (5:56).The Question of the Day asks (7:53) This is the state animals enter when they lower their metabolic rate in summer months.Thank you for listening to The APsolute RecAP: Biology Edition!(AP is a registered trademark of the College Board and is not affiliated with The APsolute RecAP. Copyright 2021 - The APsolute RecAP, LLC. All rights reserved.)Website:www.theapsoluterecap.comEMAIL:TheAPsoluteRecAP@gmail.comFollow Us:INSTAGRAMTWITTERFACEBOOKYOUTUBE

Evolution doesn’t have goals or dated deadlines, but simply responds to environmental change. Seen through continual changes in genotypic frequencies (1:09), the fossil record (2:01) and antibiotic resistance (4:26) - evolution isn’t about the destination, but the pathway of change.The Question of the Day asks (7:45) N,N-diethyl-meta-toluamide is an insect repellent developed by the US Army in 1946. What is it commonly known as?Thank you for listening to The APsolute RecAP: Biology Edition!(AP is a registered trademark of the College Board and is not affiliated with The APsolute RecAP. Copyright 2021 - The APsolute RecAP, LLC. All rights reserved.)Website:www.theapsoluterecap.comEMAIL:TheAPsoluteRecAP@gmail.comFollow Us:INSTAGRAMTWITTERFACEBOOKYOUTUBE

Everything is connected and the evidence is overwhelming. You are in the Domain Eukarya, Kingdom animalia – but the common ancestor of all eukaryotes was the OG with membrane bound organelles (1:02), linear chromosomes (2:47) and genes that contain introns(4:51). Each piece of structural and process evidence on the molecular and cellular level supports the common ancestry of all eukaryotes.The Question of the Day asks (7:25) Collectively, what is a stack of thylakoids called?Thank you for listening to The APsolute RecAP: Biology Edition!(AP is a registered trademark of the College Board and is not affiliated with The APsolute RecAP. Copyright 2021 - The APsolute RecAP, LLC. All rights reserved.)Website:www.theapsoluterecap.comEMAIL:TheAPsoluteRecAP@gmail.comFollow Us:INSTAGRAMTWITTERFACEBOOKYOUTUBE

In this episode I connected health, medicine, and disease to the 5th unit we discussed in my AP Biology class.

Join Melanie on a 5K in episode 73. Phylogeny studies the evolutionary history amongst groups of organisms. It tells the story of relatedness, the branches in the road. (1:37). Be careful - just because two organisms are physically adjacent on a diagram, does not mean they are more closely related (4:05). The episode concludes with unit connections and exam tips (5:34).The Question of the Day asks (6:50) Ernst Haeckel coined the phrase “ontogeny recapitulates phylogeny.” What is ontogeny?Thank you for listening to The APsolute RecAP: Biology Edition!(AP is a registered trademark of the College Board and is not affiliated with The APsolute RecAP. Copyright 2021 - The APsolute RecAP, LLC. All rights reserved.)Website:www.theapsoluterecap.comEMAIL:TheAPsoluteRecAP@gmail.comFollow Us:INSTAGRAMTWITTERFACEBOOKYOUTUBE

We Introduced ourselves with the Goofy Question: If you could live somewhere else in the world for a year, where would it be? Tanea - Shenzhen! That’s where I’m moving, but I considered Vietnam, Spain, and Rwanda too. Lee: absent the cold, I’d love to live in New York City for a year. There is something so invigorating about being in the city that I can’t really explain, and that I’d love to spend a year taking in more of. Ryan: If cost of living weren’t a consideration, I’d love to spend time in the Monterrey California area. I love the climate, the views, and the number of things you can do there. Aaron: I’d also go city as well. Either London or Paris (possibly Madrid). How many different levels of science courses exist in your school? Are students tracked? How firm is that tracking? Lee: on-level, Pre-AP (to be called Advanced, I think next year), AP, IB, dual credit, Foundations (for SpEd students) Ryan: We just have “regular” and “honors.” AP and dual-credit fall under “honors.” Tanea: Reg, Honors, AP, Dual Enrollment Aaron: Fundamentals, College Prep 1, College Prep 2, Accellerated/Enriched, Honors, then AP as a second year course. How does your school go about recommending for courses the next year? Has the pandemic caused this to change? Ryan: Students fill out a Google Form and we have discussions with the students about what class they’d like to take. I’m in a unique situation being the only science teacher, because the classes I offer are somewhat dependent upon what the students want to take. For example, we don’t normally offer a second-level (like AP) chemistry course, but the students wanted to take one this year, so I agreed to teach it (even though I have no experience teaching it). We have a lot of flexibility in that regard. Of course, we have some classes that we always offer, such as AP Biology and Anatomy & Physiology, and we also have some required classes, such as Physical Science for freshmen and Biology I for sophomores. The pandemic hasn’t really changed our course offerings. Tanea: In science they have to submit an application to their current science teacher with thee current transcript, and that teacher makes the registration option open to them Lee: what science classes a kid takes is partially determined by their graduation plan. In TX we have a few different graduation plans kids can follow and each one has a different requirement in terms of number of science courses required. All students must take biology I as a graduation requirement regardless of plan. The pandemic hasn’t really affected what sciences are available for kids to take. Our district is expanding dual credit opportunities for kids but that was the plan all along. Aaron: Teachers go into our grading/attendance program and make recommendations based on the grades up to that point, plus prerequisits of the next year’s course. We are supposed to have conversations with students before those recommendations take place. If student’s families don’t agree with he recommendations, they can work through an override process. We would love feedback! DM or Tweet @lifeoftheschool and share your Thoughts? Credits: Please subscribe to Life Of The School on your podcast player of choice! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LOTS Music by: https://exmagicians.bandcamp.com/ Show Notes at Lifeoftheschool.org You can follow on twitter @lifeoftheschool

It is not practical to perform a Punnett square analysis on all possible combinations of all members of a population (1:24). Enter the Hardy-Weinberg equation! The Hardy-Weinberg equation is a tool biologists use not only to make predictions about a population but also to show whether or not the population is evolving. There are 5 conditions that must be met for this to be true. (2:14) Melanie break’s down the H-W equation variables and walks you through an example problem. (5:25)The Question of the Day asks (7:25) What type of genetic drift occurs when a small group of individuals gets separated from a large population?Thank you for listening to The APsolute RecAP: Biology Edition!(AP is a registered trademark of the College Board and is not affiliated with The APsolute RecAP. Copyright 2021 - The APsolute RecAP, LLC. All rights reserved.)Website:www.theapsoluterecap.comEMAIL:TheAPsoluteRecAP@gmail.comFollow Us:INSTAGRAMTWITTERFACEBOOKYOUTUBE

Search for signs of life in Episode 71. Do you know the primordial soup recipe? (1:05) Melanie recaps the when (1:46) and how (2:38) life may have begun. Scientists have gathered evidence and created models to describe their thinking (4:29).The Question of the Day asks (7:35) T/F - The first organisms on earth were likely anerobic.Thank you for listening to The APsolute RecAP: Biology Edition!(AP is a registered trademark of the College Board and is not affiliated with The APsolute RecAP. Copyright 2021 - The APsolute RecAP, LLC. All rights reserved.)Website:www.theapsoluterecap.comEMAIL:TheAPsoluteRecAP@gmail.comFollow Us:INSTAGRAMTWITTERFACEBOOKYOUTUBE

You have enough DNA in your body to stretch to the sun and back over sixty times. And your cells need to copy it all! Episode 70 recaps the primary enzymes in DNA replication: topoisomerase (3:53), helicase (4:24), DNA polymerase (5:11), and ligase (6:11).The Question of the Day asks (7:36) When comparing pentose sugars, on which carbon does ribose have a hydroxyl group where deoxyribose does not?Thank you for listening to The APsolute RecAP: Biology Edition!(AP is a registered trademark of the College Board and is not affiliated with The APsolute RecAP. Copyright 2021 - The APsolute RecAP, LLC. All rights reserved.)Website:www.theapsoluterecap.comEMAIL:TheAPsoluteRecAP@gmail.comFollow Us:INSTAGRAMTWITTERFACEBOOKYOUTUBE

My AP Biology ThoughtsUnit 8 Episode #31Welcome to My AP Biology Thoughts podcast, my name is Saarim and I am your host for episode 31 called Invasive Species. Today we will be discussing invasive species. Before I start, I'd like to give credit to several different sources including the National Wildlife Federation, National Geographic, Eric Guise's AP Biology videos, as well as UC Riverside Center For Invasive Species Research, New York Invasive Species Information, Wikipedia, National Geographic, the Global Invasive Species Database, and last but not least, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Segment 1: Introduction to Invasive SpeciesInvasive species descriptionNon-native, spread rapidly, economic/environmental harm Adapts to new area and reproduce quickly - cause some type of harm Spread by human activities - pest control, traveling from one place to another, people releasing pets into the wild (goldfish and burmese python), animals and pets could escape from humans Impacts and reasons for impacts Invasive species = no natural predators or control - no limiting factors They can outcompete native species for same resources They could prey on many native organisms Affects smaller ecosystems and food chains in negative ways Biodiversity would be lessened  They could change the abundance of certain significant species important to other organisms Native species would be defenseless new invader with no limitations Invasive species could carry or cause disease, prevent native species from reproducing  They can change native food web Abiotic conditions impacted - invasive plants affect water quality, tree cover, and can create fuel for wildfires Segment 2: Examples of Invasive SpeciesBrown Tree SnakeSpread through travel WW2 - snake transported from South Pacific to Guam - stowaway in ship cargo or in landing gear of aircraft Could have been used to suppress the rat populations in Guam which were very high before 1950s Snakes - no natural predators+abundant prey = exponential growth Snake has caused great damage to forests of Guam - decimated birds and herpetofauna Local extinction of half of over Guam's native bird and lizard species, ⅔ of Guam's native bat species - reduced pollination by lizards and birds - reduced native plant regeneration and coverage Impacted local health and economy Venomous - health hazard to infants and young children Increased disease carried by insects - kept in check by Guam's native native lizards and birds - dengue fever and infant salmonellosis Cause constant power outages - affect private, commercial, and military activities Agricultural pest - insects increase in population due to killing off of birds and lizards; insects reduce crop yields  Asian Tiger Mosquito Native to southeast Asia - spread along major transportation routes - commercial movement of scrap tires - spread to over 900 countries in 26 states (now in south central US) Apparent in Europe, Caribbean, Africa, and the Middle East Introduced to California in shipments of ornamental bamboo from south China and were found at the Port of Houston in 1985 in a shipment of used tires Domestic in Torres Strait around Australia and Queensland and in Nigeria Outcompeted/ridden off species with similar breeding habitats - yellow fever mosquito in Florida and Ae. Guamensis in Guam They transmit pathogens and viruses - yellow fever, dengue fever, usutu virus (humans), roundworms and heartworms (animals), wolbachia infection (arthropods) - affects over 40% of arthropods that contract it Northern snakehead Native to China, possibly to Korea and Russia too Entered US when aquarium owners discarded them into local waterways after attaining them from foreign markets or within US Could have been released into US waterways for fisherman - fish is important in Asia Small prey threatened by feeding juvenile snakehead - zooplankton, larvae, small; adults prey on fish, amphibians,...

Welcome to My AP Biology Thoughts podcast, my name is Saarim and I am your host for episode #1 called Darwin's Early Life. Today I will be discussing the early life, academia, and internal turmoil of English naturalist Charles Darwin, who is notable for his scientific theory of evolution by natural selection. We all know the name, Charles Darwin, and his idea that all living things developed and adapted overtime as a result of random mutations which gave these organisms traits suitable for their lifestyles. But how did he come up with this idea? The impacts of his theory are enormous as they really show us where all living things come from and the theory even created divisions in society amongst Darwinists/modernists and fundamentalists. But let's go all the way back to explore the origins of this theory. Segment 1: Introduction to Darwin's Early Life And AcademiaTalking about Darwin in Academia, his experiences in school, transition from medicine to religion, to naturalism and voyage on HMS Beagle, observations from trip/significance, and internal struggle deciding to publish work Credit New England Complex System Institute and Eric Guise's AP Biology videos for the following info Darwin Info Born in Shrewsbury, England; attended Shrewsbury School Interested in nature since young age - beetle collection Father wanted him to be doctor - went to Edinburg Medical School - found lectures boring and couldn't stand watching surgeries done without pain killers (left med school after 2 years) Father arranged from him to be priest/clergyman - earned bachelor of arts degree from Cambridge; continued interest in nature Became friends with two professors at Cambridge - geologist and John Henslow (botanist) Around the world sailing trip on HMS Beagle being arranged by Royal Navy - John Henslow recommended Darwin as the trips naturalist Darwin left for a 5 year journey - wrote down all his observations, etc.  Segment 2: Example of Darwin's Observation During His JourneyBrazil Visited tropical rainforest: great diversity - began thinking about diversity of life and the creation of different species Observed animals eating and chasing each other - animals struggled to survive Argentina Observed how the grass where the cattle grazed smaller than grass that cattle had been introduced with - idea of something allowing different types of grass to survive Tierra del Fuego Saw how well suited native were to their harsh environments https://www.cake.co/conversations/K2sNdvV/the-last-people-tierra-del-fuego-the-island-of-souls (https://www.cake.co/conversations/K2sNdvV/the-last-people-tierra-del-fuego-the-island-of-souls) Chile Rocks in the south were higher above sea level than the same rocks in north Earthquake: rocks had been lifted and marine organisms hgh up and dry - changes in environments = changes in organisms Galapagos Studied 3 main species: finches, tortoises, and the marine iguanas Finches Saw a different type of finch species with different types of beaks on each island depending on the conditions of the specific island - finches with strong beaks that ate large nuts (to open them); finches with beaks designed for just cracking small nuts; finches that ate fruits and insects had different beaks Darwin developed idea that birds from one species separated to different islands and adapted to new environments https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Darwin%27s_finches Tortoises Looked different - different neck sizes depending on the island - must have adapted to get food: long neck (higher vegetation); short neck (lower vegetation) https://www.mun.ca/biology/scarr/4270_Galapagos_tortoises.html Marine iguanas Lizards ability to swim was unique - adapted to survive on scarce food on the islands https://galapagosconservation.org.uk/wildlife/marine-iguana/ At this point, I will talk about his internal struggle he faced when deciding to publish his observations/theory Waited 23...

¿Qué es un virus? ¿Cuáles son los obstáculos en el desarrollo de vacunas y medicinas retrovirales? ¿Cómo podemos prevenir nuevas pandemias? ¿Qué competencias debemos desarrollar en la juventud para enfrentar la nueva realidad? En este episodio conversamos con la Dra. María Elena Bottazzi, decana asociada de la National School of Tropical Medicine en Texas; Co-Directora del Texas Children's Hospital Center for Vaccine Development, y profesora distinguida de biología en Baylor University en Texas, EEUU. La Dra. Bottazzi nos revela los retos y oportunidades en el campo de la virología moderna, y hace un llamado a fortalecer el capital científico de las naciones en desarrollo para fortalecer la resiliencia ante el ataque de nuevas epidemias y pandemias. Acompáñanos en este episodio de Honduras Global podcast, una producción de la fundación Honduras Global con la participación especial de los estudiantes AP Biology de DelCampo School.

Biology teacher Aaron Mathieu and host Evelyn Lauer discuss the need to scale back the AP curriculum, including resource-intensive labs, and how Covid makes us consider our core values in education. Mathieu teaches Honors Biology and AP Biology at Acton-Boxborough Regional High School in Acton, Massachusetts. In addition to his classroom teaching, Aaron is the advisor for the BioBuilder Club at ABRHS. This fall, Aaron began his 25th year as a high school teacher. He was named the NABT Outstanding Biology Teacher for the state of Massachusetts in 2015.   In 2016, he started the Life of the School Podcast where he interviews life science teachers from around the country about their teaching practices and goals.  You can follow Aaron on twitter @MrMathieuTweets and his podcast @lifeoftheschool.

Do you want to travel the world? What about travel through time? In today's story, Dolores Hydock meets a woman named Ms. Thomas who gives Dolores a tour through her home which feels more like a tour through the history of western civilization itself and gives her a new appreciation for art. We'll also hear stories from Andy Offutt Irwin and Margaret Read MacDonald. On today's episode, enjoy the following:“Western Civilization” by Dolores Hydock on Perfect Match (25:25)Dolores is a gardening enthusiast, so on her trip through southern Alabama when she discovers these beautiful plants she has to talk to Ms. Thomas the woman who planted the wonderful foliage. But Dolores learns a lot more from Ms. Thomas than just how to garden. “Generational Revenge” by Andy Offutt Irwin on Risk Assessment (11:16)Andy's Aunt Marguerite creates more crazy situations when she prevents her daughter from learning the trumpet, a choice that had repercussions lasting through generations. “Little Boy Frog and Little Boy Snake” by Margaret Read MacDonald on Fat Cat and Friends (8:17) In this folk tale from Nigeria, little boy frog and little boy snake meet at the mountain top and become friends which leads to important questions about who we see as friends and enemies.  Radio Family Journal: "AP Biology" (5:52)In this reflection sparked by Dolores Hydock's "Western Civilization", Sam talks about how peer pressure led him to enroll in an AP Biology class. 

Emma's got the lowdown on surface area to volume ratio for your AP Biology exam. She goes through the different adaptations of cells, organs and organisms to maximise the surface area to volume ratio. Ideal for preparing you for your High School Biology Exam. Click here for the full course, or visit this link: http://bit.ly/35WuyZy

Emma's back with everything you need to know about the importance of cell size for your AP Biology exam. She looks at the effect of cell size on diffusion and transport of nutrients. Ideal for preparing you for your High School Biology Exam. Click here for the full course, or visit this link: http://bit.ly/35WuyZy

Emma looks at the building blocks of biological molecules you need to know for your AP Biology test. She looks at the hydrolysis and dehydration synthesis (or condensation). Ideal for preparing you for your High School Biology Exam. Click here for the full course, or visit this link: http://bit.ly/35WuyZy

We have another installment of AP Biology with a little more food insecurity and loss of biodiversity.  Thank you to WRPS for hosting us and Zach Webb for music

Today we have special guests to our podcast.  AP Biology students talking about food insecurity.