Gizmos for Virginia - Science: Biology (Standards of Learning adopted 2018)

This correlation lists the recommended Gizmos for this state's curriculum standards. Click any Gizmo title below for more information.

BIO.1: : The student will demonstrate an understanding of scientific and engineering practices by

BIO.1.a: : asking questions and defining problems

BIO.1.a.1: : ask questions that arise from careful observation of phenomena and/or organisms, from examining models and theories, and/or to seek additional information

BIO.1.a.2: : determine which questions can be investigated within the scope of the school laboratory or field to determine relationships between independent and dependent variables

BIO.1.a.3: : generate hypotheses based on research and scientific principles

BIO.1.a.4: : make hypotheses that specify what happens to a dependent variable when an independent variable is manipulated

BIO.1.b: : planning and carrying out investigations

BIO.1.b.1: : individually and collaboratively plan and conduct observational and experimental investigations

BIO.1.b.2: : plan and conduct investigations or test design solutions in a safe and ethical manner including considerations of environmental, social, and personal effects

BIO.1.b.3: : determine appropriate sample size and techniques

BIO.1.b.4: : select and use appropriate tools and technology to collect, record, analyze, and evaluate data

BIO.1.c: : interpreting, analyzing, and evaluating data

BIO.1.c.1: : construct and interpret data tables showing independent and dependent variables, repeated trials, and means

BIO.1.c.2: : construct, analyze, and interpret graphical displays of data

BIO.1.c.3: : use data in building and revising models, supporting an explanation for phenomena, or testing solutions to problems

BIO.1.c.4: : analyze data using tools, technologies, and/or models to make valid and reliable scientific claims or determine an optimal design solution

BIO.1.d: : constructing and critiquing conclusions and explanations

BIO.1.d.1: : make quantitative and/or qualitative claims regarding the relationship between dependent and independent variables

BIO.1.d.2: : construct and revise explanations based on valid and reliable evidence obtained from a variety of sources including students’ own investigations, models, theories, simulations, and peer review

BIO.1.d.3: : apply scientific ideas, principles, and/or evidence to provide an explanation of phenomena and design solutions

BIO.1.d.4: : compare and evaluate competing arguments or design solutions in light of currently accepted explanations and new scientific evidence

BIO.1.d.5: : construct arguments or counterarguments based on data and evidence

BIO.1.e: : developing and using models

BIO.1.e.1: : evaluate the merits and limitations of models

BIO.1.e.2: : develop, revise, and/or use models based on evidence to illustrate or predict relationships

BIO.1.e.3: : develop and/or use models to generate data to support explanations, predict phenomena, analyze systems, and/or solve problems

BIO.1.f: : obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information

BIO.1.f.1: : compare, integrate, and evaluate sources of information presented in different media or formats to address a scientific question or solve a problem

BIO.1.f.3: : communicate scientific and/or technical information about phenomena in multiple formats

BIO.2: : The student will investigate and understand that chemical and biochemical processes are essential for life. Key ideas include

BIO.2.b: : macromolecules have roles in maintaining life processes;

BIO.2.c: : enzymes have a role in biochemical processes;

BIO.2.d: : protein synthesis is the process of forming proteins which influences inheritance and evolution; and

BIO.2.e: : the processes of photosynthesis and respiration include the capture, storage, transformation, and flow of energy.

BIO.3: : The student will investigate and understand that cells have structure and function. Key ideas include

BIO.3.a: : the cell theory is supported by evidence;

BIO.3.b: : homeostasis is maintained through the role of structures in unicellular and multicellular organisms;

BIO.3.c: : cell structures and processes are involved in cell growth and division;

BIO.3.d: : the structure and function of the cell membrane support cell transport; and

BIO.3.e: : specialization leads to the development of different types of cells.

BIO.4: : The student will investigate and understand that bacteria and viruses have an effect on living systems. Key ideas include

BIO.4.a: : viruses depend on a host for metabolic processes;

BIO.4.b: : the modes of reproduction/replication can be compared;

BIO.4.c: : the structures and functions can be compared;

BIO.4.d: : bacteria and viruses have a role in other organisms and the environment; and

BIO.5: : The student will investigate and understand that there are common mechanisms for inheritance. Key ideas include

BIO.5.a: : DNA has structure and is the foundation for protein synthesis;

BIO.5.c: : the variety of traits in an organism are the result of the expression of various combinations of alleles;

BIO.5.d: : meiosis has a role in genetic variation between generations; and

BIO.5.e: : synthetic biology has biological and ethical implications.

BIO.6: : The student will investigate and understand that modern classification systems can be used as organizational tools for scientists in the study of organisms. Key ideas include

BIO.6.a: : organisms have structural and biochemical similarities and differences;

BIO.6.b: : fossil record interpretation can be used to classify organisms;

BIO.6.c: : developmental stages in different organisms can be used to classify organisms;

BIO.6.e: : the functions and processes of protists, fungi, plants, and animals allow for comparisons and differentiation within the Eukarya kingdoms; and

BIO.7: : The student will investigate and understand that populations change through time. Key ideas include

BIO.7.a: : evidence is found in fossil records and through DNA analysis;

BIO.7.b: : genetic variation, reproductive strategies, and environmental pressures affect the survival of populations;

BIO.7.c: : natural selection is a mechanism that leads to adaptations and may lead to the emergence of new species; and

BIO.7.d: : biological evolution has scientific evidence and explanations.

BIO.8: : The student will investigate and understand that there are dynamic equilibria within populations, communities, and ecosystems. Key ideas include

BIO.8.a: : interactions within and among populations include carrying capacities, limiting factors, and growth curves;

BIO.8.b: : nutrients cycle with energy flow through ecosystems;

BIO.8.d: : natural events and human activities influence local and global ecosystems and may affect the flora and fauna of Virginia.

Correlation last revised: 9/16/2020

Virginia - Science: Biology

Standards of Learning | Adopted: 2018