KG
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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Dates
September 8 - February 16
Learners
12 / 12
Total Sessions
22
About the Tutor
KG
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
20
22
Sep
AB
Session 3
AP Biology
Topics:
Enzyme structure and function.
Factors affecting enzyme activity (temperature, pH).
Metabolic pathways and energy transfer (ATP).
Activities:
Enzyme lab simulation or demonstration.
Problem-solving: Enzyme activity graphs.
Practice questions on enzyme kinetics.
29
Sep
AB
Session 4
AP Biology
Topics:
Prokaryotic vs. eukaryotic cells.
Structure and function of organelles.
Cell membrane structure (fluid mosaic model).
Activities:
Label and compare cell diagrams.
Group discussion on organelle functions.
Quiz on cell structures.
6
Oct
AB
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
AB
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
AB
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
AB
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
AB
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
AB
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
AB
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
AB
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
AB
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
AB
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
AB
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
AB
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
AB
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
AB
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
AB
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
AB
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
AB
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
AB
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.