Student-Centered Teaching for Strong Concepts and Lifelong Learning. Turning Curiosity into Achievement

The Tutor and Student reviewed cellular energetics, covering photosynthesis and cellular respiration, and detailed the structure and function of mitochondria. They discussed the endosymbiotic theory and the differences between aerobic and anaerobic respiration, with a plan to cover the stages of respiration and ATP yield in subsequent sessions to prepare for the AP Biology exam.

The tutor and student initiated a new segment on the endocrine system, beginning with the definition and function of hormones and endocrine glands. They reviewed the syllabus, discussed the roles of various endocrine glands like the pancreas and adrenal glands, and compared the endocrine system to the nervous system. The student was assigned a research task on diabetes for future discussion.

The tutor and student reviewed the concept of homeostasis, including the importance of maintaining stable internal body conditions like temperature and blood glucose levels. They discussed the hormonal regulation of blood glucose, the mechanisms of type 1 and type 2 diabetes, and the body's responses to cold and heat, with plans to cover tropism and endocrinology later.

The tutor and student reviewed the concept of homeostasis and its role in maintaining a stable internal body environment. They specifically delved into the regulation of blood glucose levels, including the processes of osmosis and the functions of hormones like insulin and glucagon. The session concluded with a discussion on the clinical implications of diabetes, differentiating between Type 1 and Type 2.

The Tutor and Student reviewed the physiology of the nervous system, specifically focusing on nerve impulses and synapses. They then transitioned to the sensory organs, detailing the eye's structure and function, including photoreceptors, focusing mechanisms (accommodation), and light regulation (pupil reflex). The next session is scheduled to cover hormones.

The student and tutor reviewed the light-independent reactions of photosynthesis, specifically the Calvin cycle. They detailed the three stages: carbon fixation, reduction, and regeneration. The tutor also briefly introduced photorespiration and limiting factors for photosynthesis, assigning the latter as homework for the student.