Science
Animal Behavior
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Animal Behavior
This course is an introduction to the study of animal behavior. It explores the development, cause, evolutionary origin and function of a host of behaviors, such as sexual behavior, communication, dominance, navigation and cognition. Weekly laboratory work...
Ornithology
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Ornithology
This course emphasizes field identification of locally common species and habitats. Spring migrants are the focus of the course, along with winter finches and waterfowl that may have lingered in the Exeter area. The course utilizes a systems approach to the...
Ecology
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Ecology
This is a place-based, community ecology course which focuses on our central New England region and covers many of the major principles of ecology. It also includes learning how to identify our common forest trees, understory plants and game animals, as well...
Human Populations & Resource Consump
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Human Populations & Resource Consump
In this course students consider human impact on the environment. Issues of human population, demography and carrying capacity will be explored in relationship to the world’s food resources and urban land use and management. Some of the consequences of...
Evolution
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Evolution
Evolutionary biologist Theodosius Dobzhansky wrote in 1973 that, “Nothing in biology makes sense except in the light of evolution,” and his statement still holds true today. Students will read Jonathan Weiner’s Pulitzer-prize-winning book,...
Biochemistry & Human Nutrition
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Biochemistry & Human Nutrition
This course explores the chemistry, digestion and functions of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, water, vitamins and minerals in the human body. The importance of adequate personal nutrition for optimal performance as an adolescent is stressed. Special...
Marine Biology
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Marine Biology
The relationships and interactions between marine organisms and their environment are studied in class and in the field. Field trips to estuarine and rocky intertidal habitats allow students to become familiar with organisms and to employ techniques often...