KG
Katya G
Series Details
About
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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Please do not miss more than two sessions in a row without contacting me with a reason. I understand that we all are busy, just make sure I know in advance!
Dates
September 8 - February 16
Learners
11 / 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
11
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.