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I am currently in my 25th year of teaching. I currently teach college general biology and anatomy and physiology. In the past, I have taught Honors and Regular Biology, Advanced Placement Biology, International Baccalaureate Biology, Project Lead the Way - Principles of Biomedical Science and Human Body Systems, Science Fundamentals, Chemistry, Physics, Integrated Chem/Phys, Earth and Space Science, Environmental Science, and 7th and 8th grade science. Whoa! My labs and activities have stood the test of time and just over 1000 students. I continually update my lessons to improve every lab, activity, and/or worksheet that I use in my classroom.
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Preview of Indiana Biology End-of-Course Assessment Test Prep

Indiana Biology End-of-Course Assessment Test Prep

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In this Biology End-of-Course Assessment packet, you will find a list of 19 topics, all of which are crucial to a high school Biology I course. All topics listed are in accordance with the Indiana Biology Academic Standards. You will find one review worksheet that corresponds to each topic listed. I designed this packet for use with my own Biology students and have found the review to be effective in preparation of the Indiana Biology ECA.
Preview of Indiana Biology End-of-Course Assessment - Standardized Testing Tips & Review

Indiana Biology End-of-Course Assessment - Standardized Testing Tips & Review

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This Biology End-of-Course Assessment packet reviews content through the introduction of standardized testing strategies. You will find a list of 19 topics, all of which are crucial to a high school Biology I course. All topics listed are in accordance with the Indiana Biology Academic Standards. Matched with each topic, you will find a review worksheet that asks students to use a particular standardized testing strategy. I designed this packet for use with my own Biology students and have fou
Preview of Cell Growth and Division - Background and Mitosis - Worksheet Packet

Cell Growth and Division - Background and Mitosis - Worksheet Packet

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This worksheet packet reviews the basics of cell growth and division. The packet is divided into two sections: 1.) Cell Growth and Division and 2.) The Process of Cellular Division. Section 1, Cell Growth and Division, begins with the concept of surface area to volume ration, which keeps cells microscopic. The review the continues to comparing asexual and sexual reproduction. Section 2, The Process of Cellular Division begins through the comparison of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells and the ho
Preview of Cell Growth and Division-Regulating Cell Cycle & Differentiation - Worksheets

Cell Growth and Division-Regulating Cell Cycle & Differentiation - Worksheets

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This packet continues the review of Cell Growth and Division and follows my first packet on Cell Growth and Division. The first packet reviewed general topics on Cell Growth and Division and The Process of Cellular Division. This packet continues the review of cell growth and division with sections three and four: 3.) Regulating the Cell Cycle and 4.) Cell Differentiation. Section 3, Regulating the Cell Cycle, includes topics on the idea of turning genes off and on. A basic discussion of interna
Preview of Data Tables and Graphing

Data Tables and Graphing

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Lab skills - Data Analysis Data analysis is the process of interpreting the meaning of the data we have collected, organized, and displayed in the form of a table, bar chart, line graph, or other representation. The process involves looking for patterns—similarities, disparities, trends, and other relationships—and thinking about what these patterns might mean. When analyzing data, ask students questions such as: What pattern do you see? What does this graph tell you? Who could use this data? Ho
Preview of Photosynthesis Review Worksheet Packet

Photosynthesis Review Worksheet Packet

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This photosynthesis review packet discusses the basics of Photosynthesis. The packet is divided into three sections: 1.) Energy and Life, 2.) Photosynthesis: An Overview, and 3.) The Process of Photosynthesis. Energy and Life includes the discussion of autotrophs, heterotrophs and ATP. Section 2, provides an overview of photosynthesis, including a discussion of the pigments and wavelengths of light and the structure of the chloroplast. Electron carriers and the photosynthesis equation are also i
Preview of Lab Safety

Lab Safety

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Lab activities provide an opportunity to practice the process of science. They allow you to do what scientists all over the world do in research laboratories and in the field. Like all scientists, you must follow procedures that ensure your safety. These procedures also ensure that the data you collect is reliable. Unlike most scientists, you will need to fit your experiments into a specific block of time. Thus, your ability to work efficiently will be essential to your success. In this lab, yo
Preview of The Science of Biology Worksheet Packet

The Science of Biology Worksheet Packet

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This packet discusses the basics of Biology and is an excellent for and introductory a high school program. The packet is divided into three sections: 1.) What is Science, 2.) Science in Context, and 3.) Studying Life. What is Science includes the scientific method and observations versus inferences. Section 2, Science in Context, discusses what sort of traits may be helpful in becoming a scientist, how science, society and technology are related, what ethics and bias are, and how the word th
Preview of Biochemistry: Part 2 - Chemistry of Life Worksheet

Biochemistry: Part 2 - Chemistry of Life Worksheet

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Biochemistry: Part 2 - Chemistry of Life Worksheet - with answers! Simply delete the answers and copy for your students. The worksheet is divided into six sections: 1.) Carbohydrates, 2.) Lipids, 3.) Nucleic Acids, 4.) Proteins, 5.) Proteins - Enzymes, and 6.) Proteins - Enzyme Function. Goes great with my Chemistry of Life PowerPoint!
Preview of Introduction to Biology Worksheet

Introduction to Biology Worksheet

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Introduction to Biology Worksheet - with answers! The worksheet is divided into four sections: 1.) Characteristics of Biology, 2.) Principles of Biology, and 3.) Interdependence of Living Things, and 4.) Organization of Living Things. Simply delete the answers from the worksheets and copy for your students! Goes great with my Introduction to Biology PowerPoint presentation!
Preview of Osmosis Situations - Hypertonic, Hypotonic and Isotonic

Osmosis Situations - Hypertonic, Hypotonic and Isotonic

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Trying to help your students understand real-life situations regarding osmosis? This basic worksheet asks students to apply osmosis concepts and explain what will occur and why.
Preview of Biology Population Study on the Eastern Cottontail

Biology Population Study on the Eastern Cottontail

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Students will determine the population of the Eastern Cottontail for each month, up to 12 months, using the equation G = rN . The Eastern Cottontail (Sylvilagus flordianus) has a gestation period of 26.5-30 days. Typically 4-7 young are born, usually 3-4 times per year. If the birth rate is exponential, the population of cottontails living in the field after 12 months, could be found using this equation: G = rN G = population growth with time r = net population growth rate per individual
Preview of Biochemistry: Part 1 - Basics of Chemistry Worksheet

Biochemistry: Part 1 - Basics of Chemistry Worksheet

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Biochemistry: Part 1 - Basics of Chemistry Worksheet - with answers! Simply delete the answers and copy for your students. The worksheet is divided into five sections: 1.) Atoms, 2.) Biochemical Reactions, and 3.) Valence Electrons, 4.) Chemical Bonding, and 5.) Significance of Carbon. Goes great with my Basics of Chemistry PowerPoint!
Preview of Scientific Investigations Worksheet

Scientific Investigations Worksheet

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Scientific Investigations Worksheet - with answers! Simple way to review the scientific investigation concepts from inferences to scientific method. Simply delete the answers from the worksheets and copy for your students!
Preview of Biochemistry: Part 2 - Chemistry of Life - Vocabulary Chart

Biochemistry: Part 2 - Chemistry of Life - Vocabulary Chart

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Are your students needing help in learning biochemistry terminology? Begin the unit with a vocabulary chart. In this download, you will find a chart in which the students complete the attached chart. Directions – Part 1 and Part 2 will be completed at different times. Part 1 is to be completed prior to our discussion of the topic as an introduction to the material. Part 2 will be completed during and/or after class discussion, when students have a better understanding of the term and are able t
Preview of Introduction to Biology - Vocabulary Chart

Introduction to Biology - Vocabulary Chart

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Are your students needing help in learning biology terminology? Begin the unit with a vocabulary chart. In this download, you will find a chart in which the students complete the attached chart. Directions – Part 1 and Part 2 will be completed at different times. Part 1 is to be completed prior to our discussion of the topic as an introduction to the material. Part 2 will be completed during and/or after class discussion, when students have a better understanding of the term and are able to e
Preview of Lab Skills Vocabulary Chart

Lab Skills Vocabulary Chart

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Are your students needing help in learning lab skills terminology? Begin the unit with a vocabulary chart. In this download, you will find a chart in which the students complete the attached chart. Directions – Part 1 and Part 2 will be completed at different times. Part 1 is to be completed prior to our discussion of the topic as an introduction to the material. Part 2 will be completed during and/or after class discussion, when students have a better understanding of the term and are able t
Preview of Scientific Method Vocabulary Chart

Scientific Method Vocabulary Chart

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Are your students needing help in learning scientific method terminology? Begin the unit with a vocabulary chart. In this download, you will find a chart in which the students complete the attached chart. Directions – Part 1 and Part 2 will be completed at different times. Part 1 is to be completed prior to our discussion of the topic as an introduction to the material. Part 2 will be completed during and/or after class discussion, when students have a better understanding of the term and are
Preview of Biology Glossary

Biology Glossary

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Biology Glossary for vocabulary assignments found in Valerie Caudill's store. r
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Experience

I am currently in my 25th year of teaching. I currently teach college general biology and anatomy and physiology. In the past, I have taught Honors and Regular Biology, Advanced Placement Biology, International Baccalaureate Biology, Project Lead the Way - Principles of Biomedical Science and Human Body Systems, Science Fundamentals, Chemistry, Physics, Integrated Chem/Phys, Earth and Space Science, Environmental Science, and 7th and 8th grade science. Whoa! My labs and activities have stood the test of time and just over 1000 students. I continually update my lessons to improve every lab, activity, and/or worksheet that I use in my classroom.

Teaching style

Differentiated Instruction including: Powerpoint, laboratories, group work, individual work, and projects.

Awards & shining teacher moments

Lawrenceburg High School Teacher of the Year (voted by the student body) from 2006-2012.

My own education history

Undergraduate: Thomas More College, Crestview Hills, KY Secondary Education/Biology - December 2001 Graduate: Indiana Wesleyan University, Education - August 2006

Additional biographical information

Married, two daughters in college