Biology PDF
Biology PDF
Biology PDF
ESSLCE Examinees
BIOLOGY Module
Prepared by:
Task force
1. Dr Anbessa Dabassa
Jimma University
Email: adabassa@gmail.com
2. Dr Fikru Gashaw
Kotebe University of Education
Email: fikrug2012@gmail.com
3. Dr Tilaye Wube
Addis Ababa University
Email: tilaye.wube@aau.edu.et
February, 2023
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Subject: BIOLOGY
Duration: 5 months
Credit hour: 4
Selected units
Unit 1: The science of biology (4 hrs.)
Unit 2: Biochemical molecules (9 hrs.)
Unit 3: Cell biology (10 hrs.)
Unit 4: Microorganisms (10 hrs.)
Unit 5: Genetics (10 hrs.)
Unit 6: Evolution (5hrs.)
Unit 7: Biotechnology (6hrs)
Unit 8: Human biology and health (12 hrs.)
Unit 9: Food making and growth in plants (6 hrs.)
Unit 10: Ecology and conservation (8hrs)
Unit contents
Unit 1: The science of biology (4 hrs.)
1.1. The methods of science
1.2. Tools of the biologist
Unit summary
Review questions
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2.2. Organic Molecules
Unit summary
Review questions
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6.2. Theories of mechanisms of evolution
6.3. Speciation through natural selection
6.4. Modern theories of evolution
Unit summary
Review questions
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9.3. Transport in plants
9.4. Response in plants
Unit summary
Review questions
Mode of delivery
1. Classroom lecture
2. Practical activities
Mode of assessment
1. Continuous assessment (assignment, tests, quiz)
2. Model exam (National or cluster level) 15 days before final exam
3. Standardized final exam for higher education entrance
Additional reading
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