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This guide provides step-by-step instructions to help you set up your Biology notebook efficiently for the 2012-2013 school year. Begin by labeling the first page with your name, class period, and the title "Biology Topics." Structure your notes using two columns: one for dates and unit/page numbers and another for your outlined content. Maintain a Table of Contents for easy navigation. Each page should include date references, with odd-numbered pages for detailed notes and even-numbered pages for creative tasks such as concept maps and graphic organizers.
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Setting up your Biology Notebook 2012-2013
1st Page • In the top right hand corner of the page • First and last name • Class Period • Centered on the page “Biology Topics” • Two columns: • Date • Unit
Page Numbering • Starting with the number “1”, neatly number EVERY page in the very top corner
Table of Contents • Title pages 1, 2 and 3 “Table of Contents” • Create table as shown
Page 4 & Beyond • Each page from this point on needs to have a date below the page number • Odd numbered pages (right side) are for information that shows “Understanding Science Concepts”: Outline Notes, Power Point Notes, Textbook Assignments • Or “Scientific Thinking”: Lab/Activity Reports
Left Pages • These are for doing something with the information you learned • Concept Maps, Foldables, Graphic Organizers, Diagrams, Poems/Songs, Cartoons/Caricatures, Flashcard pockets, Outcome sentences: “I learned … I wonder … The important thing about … I am surprised that … I rediscovered”, “Wanted” Posters (famous/important people), Graphs, Notes from research, IVFs, 3.8s, Mnemonic devices, Process Descriptions