Course Overview
Teacher
A 1994 neuroscience graduate from Duke University, Craig Savage chose to share his love of biology and psychology as a teacher. For almost 20 years, he has taught Advanced Placement Biology and Psychology in independent schools in Atlanta, GA. and... View ProfileDetails
- Total Time 53 min
- Lessons 5
- Exercises 36
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29 CQ
5 Lessons in This Course
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13 minFREEBiology lesson 1Free7 CQ
Explore light reactions, the Calvin cycle, and the equation for photosynthesis that allows plants to use carbon dioxide and energy from the sun to form glucose.
with Craig SavageExplore light reactions, the Calvin cycle, and the equation for photosynthesis that allows plants to use carbon dioxide and energy from the sun to form glucose.
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8 minBiology lesson 25 CQ
This lesson teaches you more about photosynthesis and how plants take energy from the sun to generate ATP, NADPH, and oxygen through light reactions.
with Craig SavageThis lesson teaches you more about photosynthesis and how plants take energy from the sun to generate ATP, NADPH, and oxygen through light reactions.
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10 minBiology lesson 36 CQ
Learn about the processes that take place during the photosynthesis light reactions, including how chemiosmosis drives the production of ATP.
with Craig SavageLearn about the processes that take place during the photosynthesis light reactions, including how chemiosmosis drives the production of ATP.
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9 minBiology lesson 45 CQ
Learn how the Calvin cycle uses the ATP and NADPH formed during the light reactions to generate glucose - fulfilling the ultimate purpose of photosynthesis.
with Craig SavageLearn how the Calvin cycle uses the ATP and NADPH formed during the light reactions to generate glucose - fulfilling the ultimate purpose of photosynthesis.
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10 minBiology lesson 56 CQ
Learn how plant physiology affects the efficiency of photosynthesis and how the C4 and CAM pathways address issues like that of photorespiration.
with Craig SavageLearn how plant physiology affects the efficiency of photosynthesis and how the C4 and CAM pathways address issues like that of photorespiration.
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434 min4-part Biology course19 CQ
How is glucose broken down inside cells to be used as energy? Cellular respiration! Whether you are a biology student that needs to ace a final, or you need a bio refresher, this is the ideal course.
with Craig SavageHow is glucose broken down inside cells to be used as energy? Cellular respiration! Whether you are a biology student that needs to ace a final, or you need a bio refresher, this is the ideal course.
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880 min8-part Biology course43 CQ
DNA is a complex molecule that serves as the foundation for all living organisms, and in this course with biology teacher Craig Savage, learn about the function, composition, and structure of DNA!
with Craig SavageDNA is a complex molecule that serves as the foundation for all living organisms, and in this course with biology teacher Craig Savage, learn about the function, composition, and structure of DNA!
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781 min7-part Biology course43 CQ
Why in the world do snakes have hipbones? Charles Darwin sure has an answer! In this exciting biology course, follow along with Craig Savage and learn about natural selection and evolution.
with Craig SavageWhy in the world do snakes have hipbones? Charles Darwin sure has an answer! In this exciting biology course, follow along with Craig Savage and learn about natural selection and evolution.
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561 min5-part Biology course33 CQ
To what extent do genes determine how an organism looks or behaves? In this course, learn the basics of genetics, from Mendelian inheritance to genetic mutations, heredity, and sex-linked traits.
with Craig SavageTo what extent do genes determine how an organism looks or behaves? In this course, learn the basics of genetics, from Mendelian inheritance to genetic mutations, heredity, and sex-linked traits.
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553 min5-part Biology course29 CQ
Plants are able to take sunshine and water and create glucose to fuel their growth. The miraculous process by which this happens is called photosynthesis. Learn all about it in this biology course!
with Craig SavagePlants are able to take sunshine and water and create glucose to fuel their growth. The miraculous process by which this happens is called photosynthesis. Learn all about it in this biology course!
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781 min7-part Biology course43 CQ
Why in the world do snakes have hipbones? Charles Darwin sure has an answer! In this exciting biology course, follow along with Craig Savage and learn about natural selection and evolution.
with Craig SavageWhy in the world do snakes have hipbones? Charles Darwin sure has an answer! In this exciting biology course, follow along with Craig Savage and learn about natural selection and evolution.
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325 min3-part Biology course14 CQ
Preparing for the AP Biology exam? In this three-part course, get clear explanations of Darwinian evolution by natural selection, modern evolutionary theory, and the history of life on Earth.
with Bleier BiologyPreparing for the AP Biology exam? In this three-part course, get clear explanations of Darwinian evolution by natural selection, modern evolutionary theory, and the history of life on Earth.
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22144 min22-part Biology course83 CQ
Biochemistry allows us to understand the large biomolecules that run every living organism. Do you want to learn about nutrition? Metabolism? Medicine and general health? This is the course for you!
Biochemistry allows us to understand the large biomolecules that run every living organism. Do you want to learn about nutrition? Metabolism? Medicine and general health? This is the course for you!
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63 minFREEBiology courseFree20 CQ
Join conservation biologist Paul Ehrlich to explore the world's ecology, including topics like climate disruption, overpopulation, and conservation methods.
with Paul EhrlichJoin conservation biologist Paul Ehrlich to explore the world's ecology, including topics like climate disruption, overpopulation, and conservation methods.
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524 min5-part Science course14 CQ
Volcanoes are one of the many fascinating geomorphic forces that shape our planet. Learn about the types of volcanic rock and the impact of volcanic eruptions in this earth science course.
with Darron GedgeVolcanoes are one of the many fascinating geomorphic forces that shape our planet. Learn about the types of volcanic rock and the impact of volcanic eruptions in this earth science course.
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15165 min15-part Physics course92 CQ
Physics: it's what makes us who we are—and it's how we interact with the world. This course explains in detail all you need to know about modern physics concepts, from the big bang to black holes.
with Es EinsteiniumPhysics: it's what makes us who we are—and it's how we interact with the world. This course explains in detail all you need to know about modern physics concepts, from the big bang to black holes.
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1152 min11-part Science course33 CQ
When you look up into the sky, do you ever wonder about the other planets that orbit around the Sun? This course explores our Solar System, from Mercury to the distant ice giants.
with AstronomicWhen you look up into the sky, do you ever wonder about the other planets that orbit around the Sun? This course explores our Solar System, from Mercury to the distant ice giants.
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22144 min22-part Biology course83 CQ
Biochemistry allows us to understand the large biomolecules that run every living organism. Do you want to learn about nutrition? Metabolism? Medicine and general health? This is the course for you!
Biochemistry allows us to understand the large biomolecules that run every living organism. Do you want to learn about nutrition? Metabolism? Medicine and general health? This is the course for you!
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46342 min46-part Chemistry course196 CQ
Organic chemistry can be complex and difficult to learn. Professor Dave makes learning organic chemistry easy with this comprehensive course that explains the basics in a structured and linear way!
Organic chemistry can be complex and difficult to learn. Professor Dave makes learning organic chemistry easy with this comprehensive course that explains the basics in a structured and linear way!