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Biology • Series

AP Bio Study Group :)

Next session on Oct 6, 2024

Katya G

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Hello everyone! In these AP Biology sessions, we'll cover key concepts, from cell biology and genetics to evolution and ecology, aligned with the AP curriculum. Each week features interactive lectures, quizzes, and discussions to reinforce understanding. Learners will actively engage through practice problems, kahoots, and reviewing AP exam-style questions, ensuring comprehensive preparation for the AP Biology exam.

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Please do not miss more than two sessions in a row without contacting me with a reason. I understand that we all are busy, just make sure I know in advance!

Dates

September 8 - February 16

Learners

12 / 12

Total Sessions

22

About the Tutor

I’m a high school student from Delaware. I’m here to learn and teach! I like running, figure skating, and traveling.

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Upcoming Sessions

18
6
Oct

Session 5

AP Biology

Topics:
Passive transport (diffusion, osmosis).
Active transport (pumps, endocytosis, exocytosis).
Osmoregulation and water balance.
Activities:
Osmosis lab or simulation.
Practice problems on diffusion and osmosis.
Quiz on types of cell transport.
13
Oct

Session 6

AP Biology

Topics:
Signal transduction pathways.
Types of signals: Local (paracrine, synaptic) and long-distance (hormonal).
Feedback mechanisms (positive and negative feedback).
Activities:
Case studies on cell signaling (e.g., insulin signaling).
Diagram and explain a signaling pathway.
Practice FRQ on cell communication.
20
Oct

Session 7

AP Biology

Topics:
Phases of the cell cycle (G1, S, G2, M).
Mitosis: Stages and regulation.
Control of the cell cycle and cancer.
Activities:
Mitosis lab simulation.
Create a cell cycle diagram.
Quiz on mitosis and cell cycle regulation.
27
Oct

Session 8

AP Biology

Topics:
Meiosis: Stages and processes.
Genetic variation (independent assortment, crossing over).
Comparison of meiosis and mitosis.
Activities:
Meiosis diagram and comparison with mitosis.
Practice problems on genetic variation.
Quiz on meiosis and sexual reproduction.
3
Nov

Session 9

AP Biology

Topics:
Overview of cellular respiration.
Glycolysis and fermentation.
Anaerobic vs. aerobic respiration.
Activities:
Diagram the stages of glycolysis.
Case study on lactic acid fermentation.
Practice problems on glycolysis.
10
Nov

Session 10

AP Biology

Topics:
Krebs cycle (Citric Acid Cycle).
Electron transport chain (ETC).
Chemiosmosis and ATP production.
Activities:
Create a detailed diagram of the Krebs cycle.
Practice questions on the ETC and ATP yield.
Quiz on aerobic respiration.
17
Nov

Session 11

AP Biology

Topics:
Structure of the chloroplast.
Light-dependent reactions (Photosystems I and II).
Electron transport and ATP synthesis in photosynthesis.
Activities:
Diagram the light reactions in photosynthesis.
Practice questions on photophosphorylation.
Quiz on light reactions.
24
Nov

Session 12

AP Biology

Topics:
Calvin cycle (Carbon fixation, reduction, regeneration).
Photorespiration and factors affecting photosynthesis.
Activities:
Diagram the Calvin cycle.
Practice problems on carbon fixation.
Quiz on the Calvin cycle and factors affecting photosynthesis.
1
Dec

Session 13

AP Biology

Topics:
Laws of inheritance (Mendel’s laws).
Monohybrid and dihybrid crosses.
Punnett squares and probability in genetics.
Activities:
Solve genetic crosses using Punnett squares.
Group discussion on Mendelian inheritance.
Quiz on monohybrid and dihybrid crosses.
8
Dec

Session 14

AP Biology

Topics:
Incomplete dominance, codominance.
Polygenic inheritance, multiple alleles.
Epistasis and pleiotropy.
Activities:
Case studies on non-Mendelian genetics.
Practice problems on inheritance patterns.
Quiz on extensions of Mendelian genetics.
15
Dec

Session 15

AP Biology

Topics:
Linked genes and gene mapping.
Sex-linked traits (X-linked inheritance).
Chromosomal mutations (deletions, duplications, translocations).
Activities:
Solve problems on linked genes and mapping.
Discussion on chromosomal mutations and genetic disorders.
Quiz on chromosomal inheritance.
5
Jan

Session 16

AP Biology

Topics:
DNA technology (PCR, gel electrophoresis).
CRISPR and gene editing.
Ethical considerations in biotechnology.
Activities:
DNA fingerprinting lab simulation.
Group discussion on ethics in genetic engineering.
Quiz on biotechnology techniques
12
Jan

Session 17

AP Biology

Topics:
Darwin’s theory of natural selection.
Population genetics and Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium.
Mechanisms of evolution (gene flow, genetic drift, selection).
Activities:
Calculate Hardy-Weinberg problems.
Case studies on natural selection in action.
Quiz on evolution and natural selection.
19
Jan

Session 18

AP Biology

Topics:
Speciation (allopatric, sympatric).
Evolutionary trees and phylogenetics.
Molecular clocks and evolutionary timing.
Activities:
Create and interpret phylogenetic trees.
Group discussion on speciation events.
Quiz on speciation and phylogeny.
26
Jan

Session 19

AP Biology

Topics:
Population growth models (exponential, logistic).
Carrying capacity and limiting factors.
Predator-prey dynamics and population cycles.
Activities:
Graph and analyze population growth models.
Case studies on predator-prey relationships.
Quiz on population dynamics.
2
Feb

Session 20

AP Biology

Topics:
Trophic levels and energy transfer.
Biogeochemical cycles (carbon, nitrogen, water).
Ecological succession (primary and secondary).
Activities:
Diagram nutrient cycles in ecosystems.
Discuss case studies on ecological succession.
Quiz on ecosystems and energy flow.

9
Feb

Session 21

AP Biology

Topics:
Review of cell structure, function, and energetics.
Cell transport, signaling, and metabolism.
Activities:
Practice questions on cellular processes.
Group review session on challenging topics.
Mock FRQs on cellular energetics.
16
Feb

Session 22

AP Biology

Topics:
Review of genetics, inheritance patterns, and evolution.
Mendelian and non-Mendelian genetics, speciation, and phylogeny.
Activities:
Practice genetics problems and evolutionary scenarios.
Group discussion on key concepts.
Mock FRQs on genetics and evolution.

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