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AP Sciences AP Biology
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On Ramp to AP* Biology
This course will help students who have taken an introductory level biology course get ready for more advanced courses, including AP Biology.
By Weston High School via edX
Free
Self-paced
3 weeks, 5-8 hrs/week
About this course
Interested in taking AP Biology, or an advanced biology course, but unsure if you are ready? This is the course for you!
This short course will briefly review basic concepts covered in AP Biology, and will include advanced challenge questions. Starting with a review of genetics and related content, the course will prepare you to tackle Investigation 2 and 3 of the AP Biology curriculum. You will learn how to create a mathematical model of populations and be able to compare DNA and Protein sequences using BLAST. The students who complete this mini-course will be better prepared to tackle more advanced course material in the future.
FAQ
Do I need to buy a textbook?
Generally, no. Having access to an introductory-level biology textbook would be useful; However, the course will refer you to various free online resources if you need more review of a particular concept.
Will this course prepare me for the AP Biology Exam?
No. The purpose of the course is to help you achieve success in the AP Biology course that you will be taking subsequently.
Does it cost anything to take this course?
No. The course is completely free. However, if you want to obtain a verified certificate, there is a small fee involved.
Advanced Placement® and AP® are trademarks registered and/or owned by the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, these offerings.
What you'll learn
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- How to create a mathematical model in Excel or Google Sheets
- Population modeling basics
- How to use NCBI’s BLAST
- How to make a cladogram
- Basic concepts covered in AP Biology courses
AP® Biology - Part 1: The Cell
By Rice University via edX
Free
Self-paced
6 weeks, 2-4 hrs/week
The first course in a comprehensive series designed to prepare you for the AP Biology exam, focusing on the cell, its structure, and functions.
About this course
This is an Archived Course
EdX keeps courses open for enrollment after they end to allow learners to explore content and continue learning. All features and materials may not be all available. Check back often to see when new course start dates are announced.
Preparing for the AP Biology exam requires a deep understanding of many different topics in biology as well as an understanding of the format of the AP exam and the types of questions it asks. This course is Part 1 of our AP Biology series designed to prepare you for the AP Biology exam.
In Part 1, you will learn about the cell, its structure, its functions, and the chemistry that drives all of the processes cells carry out on a daily basis.
As you work through this course, you will find lecture videos taught by expert AP Biology teachers, practice multiple choice questions and free response questions that are similar to what you will encounter on the AP exam and tutorial videos that show you step-by-step how to solve problems. By the end of the course, you will be prepared to take on the AP exam!
This course is authorized as an Advanced Placement® (AP®) course by the AP Course Audit. The AP Course Audit was created by the College Board to give schools and students the confidence that all AP courses meet or exceed the same clearly articulated curricular expectations of colleges and universities.
By taking an AP course and scoring successfully on the related AP Exam, students can:
Advanced Placement® and AP® are trademarks registered and/or owned by the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, these offerings.
- Stand Out in College Admissions
- Earn College Credits
- Skip Introductory Classes
- Build College Skills
What you'll learn
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- Prepare for the AP Biology Exam
- Learn about Biochemistry, Cell Processes and Cell Communication
- See how biological systems interact with each other
- See how biological systems untilize free energy to maintain dynamic homeostasis
- Participate in inquiry-based lab investigations and discussions
AP® Biology - Part 2: Genetics
By Rice University via edX
Free
Self-paced
7 weeks, 2-4 hrs/week
The second course in a comprehensive series designed to prepare you for the AP Biology exam, focusing on genetics and DNA.
About this course
This is an Archived Course
EdX keeps courses open for enrollment after they end to allow learners to explore content and continue learning. All features and materials may not be all available. Check back often to see when new course start dates are announced.
Preparing for the AP Biology exam requires a deep understanding of many different topics in biology as well as an understanding of the format of the AP exam and the types of questions it asks. This course is Part 2 of the AP Biology series designed to prepare you for the AP Biology exam.
In Part 2, you will explore genes and learn how information is passed from one generation to the next. You will look at the molecular level of genetics as well as the bigger picture, learning how DNA holds the instructions to life.
As you work through this course, you will find lecture videos taught by expert AP Biology teachers, practice multiple choice questions and free response questions that are similar to what you will encounter on the AP exam and tutorial videos that show you step-by-step how to solve problems. By the end of the course, you will be prepared to take on the AP exam!
This course is authorized as an Advanced Placement® (AP®) course by the AP Course Audit. The AP Course Audit was created by the College Board to give schools and students the confidence that all AP courses meet or exceed the same clearly articulated curricular expectations of colleges and universities.
By taking an AP course and scoring successfully on the related AP Exam, students can:
Advanced Placement® and AP® are trademarks registered and/or owned by the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, these offerings.
- Stand Out in College Admissions
- Earn College Credits
- Skip Introductory Classes
- Build College Skills
What you'll learn
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- Prepare for the AP Biology Exam
- Learn about Mendel and the history of genetics, molecular genetics and the technology in use today
- See how living systems store, retrieve, transmit and respond to information
- See how the process of evolution drives the diversity of life
- Participate in inquiry-based lab investigations and discussions
AP® Biology - Part 3: Evolution and Diversity
By Rice University via edX
Free
Self-paced
6 weeks, 2-4 hrs/week
The third course in a comprehensive series designed to prepare you for the AP Biology exam, focusing on evolution and diversity.
About this course
This is an Archived Course
EdX keeps courses open for enrollment after they end to allow learners to explore content and continue learning. All features and materials may not be all available. Check back often to see when new course start dates are announced.
Preparing for the AP Biology exam requires a deep understanding of many different topics in biology as well as an understanding of the format of the AP exam and the types of questions it asks. This course is Part 3 of our AP Biology series designed to prepare you for the AP Biology exam.
In Part 3, you will explore the idea that the process of evolution drives the diversity and unity of life. You will examine how changes in the genetic makeup of a population happen over time and how these changes drive evolution and create diversity.
As you work through this course, you will find lecture videos taught by expert AP Biology teachers, practice multiple choice questions and free response questions that are similar to what you will encounter on the AP exam and tutorial videos that show you step-by-step how to solve problems. By the end of the course, you will be prepared to take on the AP exam!
This course is authorized as an Advanced Placement® (AP®) course by the AP Course Audit. The AP Course Audit was created by the College Board to give schools and students the confidence that all AP courses meet or exceed the same clearly articulated curricular expectations of colleges and universities.
By taking an AP course and scoring successfully on the related AP Exam, students can:
Advanced Placement® and AP® are trademarks registered and/or owned by the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, these offerings.
- Stand Out in College Admissions
- Earn College Credits
- Skip Introductory Classes
- Build College Skills
What you'll learn
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- Prepare for the AP Biology Exam
- Learn about Evolution, what it means for populations and how it results in the diversity of life we see on Earth
- See how the process of evolution drives the diversity of life
- See how biological systems interact with each other
- Participate in inquiry-based lab investigations and discussions
AP® Biology - Part 4: Ecology
By Rice University via edX
Free
Self-paced
6 weeks, 2-4 hrs/week
The fourth course in a comprehensive series designed to prepare you for the AP Biology exam, focusing on ecology.
About this course
This is an Archived Course
EdX keeps courses open for enrollment after they end to allow learners to explore content and continue learning. All features and materials may not be all available. Check back often to see when new course start dates are announced.
Preparing for the AP Biology exam requires a deep understanding of many different topics in biology as well as an understanding of the format of the AP exam and the types of questions it asks. This course is Part 4 of our AP Biology series designed to prepare you for the AP Biology exam.
In Part 4, you will learn about ecology, the interactions between organisms, how they depend on each other, how they interact with their environment and how they compete with each other.
As you work through this course, you will find lecture videos taught by expert AP Biology teachers, practice multiple choice questions and free response questions that are similar to what you will encounter on the AP exam and tutorial videos that show you step-by-step how to solve problems. By the end of the course, you will be prepared to take on the AP exam!
This course is authorized as an Advanced Placement® (AP®) course by the AP Course Audit. The AP Course Audit was created by the College Board to give schools and students the confidence that all AP courses meet or exceed the same clearly articulated curricular expectations of colleges and universities.
By taking an AP course and scoring successfully on the related AP Exam, students can:
Advanced Placement® and AP® are trademarks registered and/or owned by the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, these offerings.
- Stand Out in College Admissions
- Earn College Credits
- Skip Introductory Classes
- Build College Skills
What you'll learn
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- Prepare for the AP Biology Exam
- Learn about Population, Community and Ecosystem Ecology
- See how biological systems interact with each other
- See how living systems store, retrieve, transmit and respond to information
- Participate in inquiry-based lab investigations and discussions
AP® Biology - Part 5: Review and Exam Preparation
The final course in a comprehensive series designed to prepare you for the AP Biology exam.
By Rice University via edX
Free
Self-paced
4 weeks, 2-4 hrs/week
About this course
This is an Archived Course
EdX keeps courses open for enrollment after they end to allow learners to explore content and continue learning. All features and materials may not be all available. Check back often to see when new course start dates are announced.
Preparing for the AP Biology exam requires a deep understanding of many different topics in biology as well as an understanding of the format of the AP exam and the types of questions it asks. This course is Part 5 of our AP Biology series, designed to help you prepare for the AP Biology exam.
In this special Review and Exam Preparation Course, you will find study guides, review material and practice exams that cover all material relevant to the AP exam.
By the end of the course, you should be prepared to take on the AP exam!
This course is authorized as an Advanced Placement® (AP®) course by the AP Course Audit. The AP Course Audit was created by the College Board to give schools and students the confidence that all AP courses meet or exceed the same clearly articulated curricular expectations of colleges and universities.
By taking an AP course and scoring successfully on the related AP Exam, students can:
Advanced Placement® and AP® are trademarks registered and/or owned by the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, these offerings.
- Stand Out in College Admissions
- Earn College Credits
- Skip Introductory Classes
- Build College Skills
What you'll learn
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- Prepare for the AP Biology Exam
- Review Material for The Cell, Genetics, Evolution and Ecology
- Get Multiple Choice, Free-Response and Exam Practice
Biology Exam Prep
By MIT Highlights for High School
Free
Open Courseware (OCW)
Highlights for High School features MIT OpenCourseWare materials that are most useful for high school students and teachers, especially those in the science, technology, engineering, and math fields.
The Biology Exam Preparation section is aimed at students who are preparing to take of the Advanced Placement (AP*) exam in Biology. These materials are meant to supplement the learning that takes place in your class. The relevant OCW course materials are mapped to the topics in these exams, so it's easily searchable by one of these topics.
* AP is a registered trademark of the College Board, which was not involved in the production of, and does not endorse, this product.
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