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Biology I
Honors Writing

1.Typed Lab Reports
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lab reports for formal labs using the complete
format of scientific method. |
 | Font: 10 to 12 pt only. Please use an easy to read style. |
 | Do not use slang in your reports. Write using correct verbiage and
punctuation. |
 | Proof read and always use
SPELL CHECK before printing! |
2. Special Assignments and/or Projects
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Honors portfolio/writing assignments will be posted here with
instructions and due dates. |
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See below for details |
Mark Your Calendars
First Semester
Research Report - approved topics only.
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5 page typed report on any science related topic,
i.e..
biology, chemistry, physics, astronomy, ecology, herpetology, etc.
Integrating several areas of science is encouraged.
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Use your own words- plagiarism will cause your paper to
be rejected. It's okay to use someone's exact words if you
quote them, "____________" and
cite source.
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Example:
This methodology
stands in agreement with Stewart et al. who states, “ A science education
should do more than instruct students with respect to the conclusions reached by
scientists…science education should encourage students to develop both
understandings about science as an intellectual activity and understandings of
the products of science” (1992).
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Report
must contain works cited page. (follow APA format) Use works cited and references in
alphabetical order, examples found on the "writing reports" link
under documentation.
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Sample entry:
Stewart, J., Hafner, R., Johnson, S., & Finkel, E. (1992). Science as model building: computers and high-school
genetics. Educational Psychologist, 27(3), 317–336.
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1 1/2 spacing. Also- Proof
read and use spell
check prior to printing.
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Rubric will be used to grade paper. |
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Due: December 7, 2007
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Second Semester
Student Portfolio
 | One page typed reflection required for each of your eight entries. |
The portfolio format:
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Template
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 | Portfolio should be in a half inch 3-ring binder or appropriate report
folder |
 | Cover/title page with your name, period, date, and Biology
I Honors |
 | Index and table of contents (with page references) |
 | Section dividers for each strand (A-H) |
 | Example of work which represents the strand |
 | One page typed reflection on the work represented for each strand
 | This should encompass what you have learned from this
project/lab/assignment as well as how you could apply this information to
a future life-skill. |
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 | Reference page cited in APA format |
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Due: May 16, 2008
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Email
ME IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS
Please include your name and period in all correspondence.
Ideas for Research Report:
Profiles in Science
Science Journals
The Doctor's Guide

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