Biology

Learning objectives

1. Knowledge and Understanding

    Students are expected to:

  • acquire knowledge and develop an understanding of biological principles, concepts, terms and facts;

  • apply biological knowledge and concepts to familiar and unfamiliar situations;

  • show an understanding of the application and uses of biological knowledge in daily life; and

  • develop an understanding of current issues and developments in biology.

 

2. Skills and Processes

    Students are expected to:

  • make careful observations, ask relevant questions, identify problems and formulate hypotheses for investigations;

  • recognise the importance of evidence in supporting, modifying or refuting proposed scientific theories;

  • develop the ability to think scientifically and creatively;

  • acquire an analytical mind to critically evaluate biology-related issues;

  • identify the pros and cons of the application of biological knowledge for informed decision-making;

  • plan and conduct scientific investigations individually or collaboratively with appropriate instruments and methods, collect quantitative and qualitative information with accuracy, analyse data and draw conclusions for problem-solving;

  • use information technology to process and present scientific information; and

  • communicate ideas and views effectively with others, using the language of science.

 

3. Values and Attitudes

    Students are expected to:

  • show an interest in the study of biology, appreciate the wonders and complexity of Nature, and show respect for all living things and the environment;

  • recognise their responsibility for conserving, protecting and maintaining the quality of the environment;

  • develop positive values and attitudes towards adopting a healthy lifestyle;

  • be aware of the dynamic nature of biological knowledge and appreciate the role of

  • science and technology in understanding the living world; and

  • be aware of the application of biological knowledge in society and its social, ethical, economic and environmental implications.

 

 

Our Team

  • Department Head: Ms. Jamie Lam

  • Department Member: Ms. Maggie Yu


 

Activities 

Field trip to woodland in Kadoorie Farm & Botanic Garden

 

Visit to ‘The Big Eight – Dinosaur Revelation Exhibition 

 

Visit to Mai Po Nature Reserve

 

Curriculum 

Secondary 3 Curriculum

  • Food and humans

  • Circulatory systems

  • Diseases

  • Reproduction in humans

 

Senior Secondary Curriculum

Compulsory Part

  1. Cell and Molecules of Life

  2. Genetics and Evolution

  3. Organisms and Environment

  4. Health and Diseases

 

Elective Part

  • Human Physiology: Regulation and Control

  • Biotechnology

 

Learning Resources

  1. Biology Learning and Teaching Resource Kit and supplementary materials

http://cd1.edb.hkedcity.net/cd/science/biology/resources/L&t2/content.htm

  1. The Research Journey of Scientists – Accomplishment and Perseverance DVD

http://minisite.proj.hkedcity.net/stds_sci/cht/Video_of_Scientist/index.html

  1. An English-Chinese Glossary of Terms Commonly used in the Teaching of Biological Sciences in Secondary Schools

http://cd1.edb.hkedcity.net/cd/science/glossarysci.html

  1. Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health

https://www.chp.gov.hk/tc/index.html

  1. Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention

https://www.chinacdc.cn/

  1. Hong Kong Biodiversity Information Hub

https://bih.gov.hk/en/home/index.html

  1. The China Current – Sustainability

https://chinacurrent.com/hk/sustainability/

  1. 中國科普博覽

http://www.kepu.cn/

  1. DNA Learning Centre of the Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory

https://dnalc.cshl.edu/

  1. PhET Interactive Simulations

https://phet.colorado.edu/en/simulations/filter?subjects=biology