Biology

In 50 episodes, we’re going to explore biology—the science of life. Dr. Samuel Ramsey will guide you through life’s vast interconnectedness, telling lesser-known stories of biologists along the way. We’ll discover how evolution, genetics, ecology, and cell and organismal biology deepen our knowledge of every living thing: including ourselves. This course is based on an introductory-level college and AP Biology curriculum. By the end of this course, you will be able to:

*Understand what life is and the natural systems that make it possible.

*Describe the types of questions biologists answer and the skills they need to answer them.

*Explain how life is organized in nested systems that regulate biological activities.

*Describe how life on earth has evolved, including the forces driving that change.

*Identify ways in which all of life is interconnected and how biology impacts human society.

*Use scientific language inclusively and accurately.

*Understand the collective nature of biology through examples of innovation and discovery from a wide variety of researchers, civilizations, and cultures, including historically underrepresented scientists and stories.