How to succeed in your science classes!

Many students may need help reviewing and preparing for the tests and quizzes in their science classes. These tips will help to set you up for success!

  • Form a study group with friends in your class đź‘Ą
  • Get a tutor ( they have virtual options and your school may offer tutoring after school) âś…
  • Study and review your notes; it can help to condense your notes into a Quizlet ( a study website) đź“š
  • When you are prepping for a quiz, it can help to study everyday leading up to it, for at least 10 minutes.

We hope that this list can help you in your academic endeavors and spark motivation!

What you’ll learn in AP Biology…

If you’re a high school junior or senior your school may offer AP Biology, and you’ll learn about a variety of interesting subjects.

You can expect to learn about the following units:

  • Chemistry of life
  • Cell structure and function
  • Cellular Energetics
  • Cell Communication and Cell Cycle
  • Heredity
  • Gene Expression and Regulation
  • Natural Selection
  • Ecology

Here are some tips for your success:

  • Review and periodically study your notes đź“ť
  • It can be helpful to form a support system, create a study group đź“š
  • Ask questions in class, and write down concepts your teacher mentions ✍️
  • If you are given a textbook, read the chapter for more info on the subject, and watch AP daily videos on AP classroom. đź’»

We wish you the best success in your AP Biology course 🧬

Fun and random science facts đź§Ş

  • Did you know 99.9% of the DNA of each person is the same? 
  • And if that was surprising, humans share 60% of their DNA with a fruit fly!
  • Earthworms have 5 hearts and Octopuses have three hearts, super cool!
  • Humans have 206 bones, however 54 of those bones are in the hand.
  • The Dwarf planet Pluto was named by a little girl! 
  • Both cows and horses sleep standing up, and dolphins sleep with one eye open
  • Dogs have 2 separate air passages: one for smelling and the other for breathing, but did you know that dogs can smell as far as 12.4 miles, after all dogs have one of the strongest smelling noses in the world!
  • Avocados, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, and Olives are all fruits!

Want to become a doctor or research or both?

Are you interested in medicine, research, or both because of students interested in STEM. The University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) has a STEM program called the Meyerhoff Program, that allows motivated students to earn their MD, PhD or both!

High school seniors that are interested should request for their school counselor to nominate them, and embark on the application process when applying to college. We need a new generation of studious doctors and researchers that are well-equipped to serve the public and make great discoveries. 

In the Meyerhoff program, you will meet a diverse community of life-long learners, and students who are excited to learn the disciplines of STEM. 

If you are a senior, consider the amazing benefits of enrolling in such a prestigious program, if your interest lies within these areas!

Day in the life of a pediatric dentist..

Have you ever wondered what a day in the life of a dentist looks like?

Most dentists will arrive to their office as early as 7:10 AM (this is subjective, as hours may vary in dentists)

The dentist looks over any charts or paperwork, and has a morning meeting which gives all staff a game plan for the day, similar to a sports huddle. The dentist may receive up to 20 or more patients a day, and does fillings, crowns, dental cleanings, and emergencies. The dental assistant and registered dental hygienist helps clean the equipment for the dentist and assists the dentist in dental work. 

If not too busy, the dentist may break for lunch and get back to work. The day is filled with hands-on dental work, and interacting with kids. Dentists may refer their patients to an endodontist or orthodontist for scaling or braces.

There are many types of dentists that work to keep kids and teens smiles clean!

In short, the dentist’s day is always different, but it can be a great career for anyone who wants to work with kids, likes hands-on work, and is interested in dentistry.

Majoring in Biology, what to expect

Interested in marine biology, medicine, dentistry, epidemiology, forensics, or science related fields, than Biology may help you get on the path. While it is possible to pursue a standard track of biology, there are also many ficuses such as an ecology track or even Public Health track. For this article, we will go over what a Biology Major can expect in terms of coursework and more. 

A standard track in Biology may include these classes:

  • Principles of Biology I and II
  • Molecular and Cell Biology I and II
  • Five Upper-level Biology Electives:
    • Laboratory Skills course
    • Quantitative Skills course
    • Reasoning Skills course
    • Two additional advanced Biology courses
  • General Chemistry I and II
  • Organic Chemistry I and II
  • Calculus I
  • General Physics I and II

(This source was courtesy of NYU)

Majoring in Biology can open lots of career opportunities in science, health, or research. Consider your interests in science: maybe hands-on or writing. There are many careers in science that allow flexibility and creativity. 

How to get involved in technology

A breakdown of steps and ideas to help you begin your STEM interest!

There are many ways to explore technology and discover a possible area of interest. Depending on your age, there are many ways for your to kindle your curiosity in STEM.

  • Get involved in computer lab
  • STEM programs, classes & clubs: Intro to Engineering Design, Inventions and Innovations, Robotics, etc.)
  • Reading and Researching careers in the field
  • Find a great mentor
  • Learn how to code a website or app
  • Find tech/STEM books at your local library
  • Find learning tools online
  • Read previous blog articles from STEMable

These are a few ideas for you to get involved, but there are many free options and you can self teach yourself with books from your local library. It is encouraged to learn new subjects, and add to your skill set.

This article uses material from the Lifewire Article “What is STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math)?and How to break into tech even if you aren’t a born and bred techie

Signs of a Scientist

  • Curiosity- Have you ever been intrigued by how vaccines are created or why there are so many types of clouds?
  • Factual-Maybe you’ve caught yourself pointing out inaccuracies in TV shows and Movies!
  • Patient Problem Solver- Got stuck on a tough puzzle or problem? You don’t give up and try again until you get it.
  • Trivia- You know the most random facts
  • Good Communication- this means the way you talk, speak, even your actions. Scientists often collab with other scientists or present new research to people.

These are just a handful of skills that scientists typically share. Some scientists may not share all these traits; these characteristics are a few examples of atypical scientists. Do you share any of these scientific signs?

This article uses material from the Michigan State University Article “What makes a good scientist?

Awesome Science Phenomenons!!!

Science is a very intricate field, and there are many subjects that may hold your interest, so today we have a list of science phenomenons you should definetely check out! You are highly encouraged to search up these phenomenons and learn something new.

Oobleck -the mysterious liquid and solid shape-shifter

Aurora Borealis- the seemingly magical movement of colors in the sky

Volcanic Lightening- Well, it is what it sounds like

Bismuth crystals-grey material that is found in paintings, and can be turned to gems!

Glowing beaches- caused by…. you’ll have to look it up!

Canada’s spotted lake- the lake basically has colorful large spots that are caused by the lake evaporating (https://epod.usra.edu/blog/2016/03/encore-spotted-lake.html)

Waterspouts- they look like huge tornadoes over water

Glowworm Caves- one word. mesmerizing.

Rainbow eucalyptus tree- koalas eat it, but have you ever seen how it actually looks. It seems like a creation out of a children’s book!

140-160 days storm-this is really strange isn’t it?

Hair ice- looks like actual hair

Crooked forest in poland- put this place on your virtual travel list

Hyperthemesia-condition where you have extreme memory. For example, at 10:32 am on a summer morning, Alex was wearing a green shirt and tan khakis, Mom was dresses in a yellow floral sundress with pink and green accents, and Dad was wearing a business suit complete with a purple spotted tie, and gray stripes. We all were walking to the local park, when we passed a sweet lady in a pink ruffled frock and dress. She seemed to be a painter, as she was using acyrlics paints to pain sunflowers and lilies in the park. We sat down and ate chewy cookies, tuna sandwiches, and potato chips. (Pretty crazy right?!)

How to get experience in computer science

  1. Find an online course, there are plenty of free and paid resources that can help you on your journey to learning about computer science, and even pursuing a higher level of education in it. Make use of: Khan Academy, Glitch, Scratch, Udemy, Coursera, eDX, etc.
  2. Many schools will offer clubs that showcase coding, computer science, etc. Try to join a school-sponsored club or extracurricular such as: Girls who Code, or Code.org.
  3. Pay a visit to your local library; you may be able to find a book teaching the basics or advanced from HTML to Python!
  4. Read articles and blog (such as this one) to gain more insight on how to start learning this amazing skill. Don’t give up, try and see if this could be an area of interest for you. Coding is for people of all ages!

This article uses material from the Tech Beacon Article â€śHow to get started in computer science: A course roundup.“ 

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