COVID-19 UPDATE

Based on the advice of public health officials and our own concerns about the well-being of students and instructors, we’ve decided to move everything to the safety of online course delivery.

It was a difficult decision but we believe it is the responsible thing to do amid a resurgent pandemic with proliferating variants of concern.

  • Live Online Fixed
Jun 10 - Aug 7 MCAT Prep

Includes KrackU!

Prep101 students now get a one-year subscription to KrackU from Examkrackers at no extra cost. The cutting-edge KrackU platform puts an abundance of top-notch content review and practice resources at your fingertips with:

  • 7 interactive Hyperbooks
  • 10 full-length practice exams
  • 35 section exams
  • 43 mini-exams
  • 1,200+ flashcards
  • 2,000+ content questions
  • 3,000+ images/animations
  • 500+ bite-sized videos
  • Topic-based progress reports
  • Clinical context tabs
  • TMI tabs
  • Customizable note-taking
  • Time-saving index resources
  • Personalized highlighting
  • Diagnostics and analytics
  • Integrated AAMC checklist

Better Prep.
Better Scores.

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Unique to Prep101

Features

  • 146 hours of live instruction
    • 48 Lessons
    • 43 In-Class Exams
    • 14 Workshops
  • Team of specialist instructors
  • Your own MCAT Coach
  • Personalized Study Plan
  • Flexible Schedule*
  • Unlimited Free Repeat Policy
  • Peer Study Group

Resources

  • 25 full-length exams
  • 35 section exams
  • 43 mini-exams plus live review
  • All AAMC practice materials
  • 10,000+ practice questions
  • 1,500+ practice passages
  • Topic-based Progress Reports
  • Integrated AAMC Checklist
  • Instructors’ annotated notes
  • 146 hours of recorded instruction
  • 610 MedReels
  • 1,200+ flashcards

Books

7 interactive Hyperbooks
6 Classroom Companions
Meet your instructors.

Your future is bright with these brilliant instructors on your side.

Torah
BioBiochem, CARS

Instructor
since2004
Student
evaluations5.85/6
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Mike
ChemOChem, PsycSoc

Instructor
since2014
Student
evaluations5.92/6
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Meaghan
BioBiochem, CARS, PsycSoc

Instructor
since2006
Student
evaluations5.89/6
View Profile
Katrina
ChemOChem, Physics

Instructor
since2017
Student
evaluations5.84/6
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Luke
Physics

Instructor
since2007
Student
evaluations5.78/6
View Profile
Meg
BioBiochem, ChemOChem

Instructor
since2017
Student
evaluations5.77/6
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Next-Level Resources.

The most all-encompassing collection of features and materials.

  • 146 hours of live instruction
  • Team of specialist instructors
  • Your own MCAT coach
  • Personalized study plan
  • 7 interactive Hyperbooks
  • 6 workbooks
  • 25 full-length exams
  • 35 section exams
  • 43 mini-exams plus live review
  • All AAMC practice materials
  • 10,000+ practice questions
  • 1,500+ practice passages
  • Robust diagnostics and analytics
  • Flexible schedule*
  • Unlimited free repeat policy
  • 146 hours of recorded instruction
  • Instructors’ annotated notes
  • Topic-based progress reports
  • Integrated AAMC checklist
  • 1,200+ flashcards
  • 3,000+ images and animations
  • Peer study group
  • Q & A forum
  • Games
* Flexible Schedule not included in Live Online Fixed courses.
Live Online + Recorded Classes

Each class is offered live online and is recorded and posted on your Student Portal so you never miss out.

Torah

Torah

BioBiochem, CARS
Experience
2019-Lead MCAT BioBiochem Prep Instructor
2015-MCAT CARS Prep Instructor
2015-MCAT BioBiochem Prep Instructor
2015-Biochemistry Prep Instructor
2008-Genetics Prep Instructor
2007-Cell Biology University Instructor
2006-MCAT Biology Prep Instructor
2004-Cell Biology Prep Instructor
2004-Biology Prep Instructor
2004-6Human Genetics TA
2002-6Cell Biology TA
2002-4Developmental Genetics TA
Education
2009PhD (Molecular Genetics)
2001BSc (Molecular Genetics)
Experience
2019-Lead MCAT BioBiochem Prep Instructor
2015-MCAT CARS Prep Instructor
2015-MCAT BioBiochem Prep Instructor
2015-Biochemistry Prep Instructor
2008-Genetics Prep Instructor
2007-Cell Biology University Instructor
2006-MCAT Biology Prep Instructor
2004-Cell Biology Prep Instructor
2004-Biology Prep Instructor
2004-6Human Genetics TA
2002-6Cell Biology TA
2002-4Developmental Genetics TA
Education
2009PhD (Molecular Genetics)
2001BSc (Molecular Genetics)
Student evaluations
( 1=Very Poor, 2=Poor, 3=Adequate, 4=Good, 5=Very Good, 6=Excellent )
MCAT KNOWLEDGE(gives good tips and pointers)
 
5.87
EFFECTIVE(explains concepts clearly and simply)
 
5.83
PREPARATION(thoroughly prepared for class)
 
5.86
ENGAGING(makes class interesting)
 
5.91
RESPONSIVE(answers questions thoroughly)
 
5.76
TEACHING(performs effectively as an instructor)
 
5.87
Mike Moore

Mike

ChemOChem, PsycSoc
Experience
2021 -Lead MCAT PsycSoc Prep Instructor
2019 -Lead MCAT ChemOChem Prep Instructor
2016 -MCAT PsycSoc Prep Instructor
2014 -MCAT ChemOChem Prep Instructor
2016 -Nanoscience University Instructor
2016 - Organic Chemistry Prep Instructor
2014 -Chemistry Prep Instructor
2013-16Analytical Chemistry, Quantum Chemistry and Nanoscience Guest Lecturer
2012-15Analytical and General Chemistry Tutor
2013-14Assistant Laboratory Coordinator for General Chemistry
2012-13Analytical and General Chemistry TA
2010Philosophy Tutor
2007-8Math and Physics Tutor
Education
2020PhD (Chemical Education)
2014MSc (Industrial Chemistry)
2012HBSc (Nanoscience)
Experience
2021 -Lead MCAT PsycSoc Prep Instructor
2019 -Lead MCAT ChemOChem Prep Instructor
2016 -MCAT PsycSoc Prep Instructor
2014 -MCAT ChemOChem Prep Instructor
2016 -Nanoscience University Instructor
2016 - Organic Chemistry Prep Instructor
2014 -Chemistry Prep Instructor
2013-16Analytical Chemistry, Quantum Chemistry and Nanoscience Guest Lecturer
2012-15Analytical and General Chemistry Tutor
2013-14Assistant Laboratory Coordinator for General Chemistry
2012-13Analytical and General Chemistry TA
2010Philosophy Tutor
2007-8Math and Physics Tutor
Education
2020PhD (Chemical Education)
2014MSc (Industrial Chemistry)
2012HBSc (Nanoscience)
Student evaluations
( 1=Very Poor, 2=Poor, 3=Adequate, 4=Good, 5=Very Good, 6=Excellent )
MCAT KNOWLEDGE(gives good tips and pointers)
 
5.96
EFFECTIVE(explains concepts clearly and simply)
 
5.92
PREPARATION(thoroughly prepared for class)
 
5.96
ENGAGING(makes class interesting)
 
5.95
RESPONSIVE(answers questions thoroughly)
 
5.86
TEACHING(performs effectively as an instructor)
 
5.92
Dr. Meaghan Hunter

Meaghan

BioBiochem, CARS, PsycSoc
Experience
2019-Lead MCAT CARS Prep Instructor
2015-MCAT PsycSoc Prep Instructor
2015-MCAT BioBiochem Prep Instructor
2009-MCAT Biology Prep Instructor
2008-MCAT CARS Prep Instructor
2007-Genetics Prep Instructor
2006-Cell Biology Prep Instructor
2006-Biology Prep Instructor
2002-11Health Psychology TA
2000-10Cell Biology TA
2001-2Biology of Organisms Lab Coordinator
2000-2Biology Tutorial Leader
Education
2010PhD (Molecular Immunology)
2002BSc (Biology)
1999BSc (Psychology)
Experience
2019-Lead MCAT CARS Prep Instructor
2015-MCAT PsycSoc Prep Instructor
2015-MCAT BioBiochem Prep Instructor
2009-MCAT Biology Prep Instructor
2008-MCAT CARS Prep Instructor
2007-Genetics Prep Instructor
2006-Cell Biology Prep Instructor
2006-Biology Prep Instructor
2002-11Health Psychology TA
2000-10Cell Biology TA
2001-2Biology of Organisms Lab Coordinator
2000-2Biology Tutorial Leader
Education
2010PhD (Molecular Immunology)
2002BSc (Biology)
1999BSc (Psychology)
Student evaluations
( 1=Very Poor, 2=Poor, 3=Adequate, 4=Good, 5=Very Good, 6=Excellent )
MCAT KNOWLEDGE(gives good tips and pointers)
 
5.96
EFFECTIVE(explains concepts clearly and simply)
 
5.85
PREPARATION(thoroughly prepared for class)
 
5.91
ENGAGING(makes class interesting)
 
5.86
RESPONSIVE(answers questions thoroughly)
 
5.88
TEACHING(performs effectively as an instructor)
 
5.89
Katrina Roebuck

Katrina

ChemOChem, Physics
Experience
2017 - MCAT Physics Prep Instructor
2017 - MCAT Chemistry Prep Instructor
2017 - Chemistry Prep Instructor
2017 -Physics Prep Instructor
2017 - Math Prep Instructor
2015-17Chemical Engineering TA
2012-15"The Math Whisperer"
2006 -Engineering Tutor
Education
2012MASc/PhD (Chemical Engineering)
2012BSc (Chemical Engineering)
Experience
2017 - MCAT Physics Prep Instructor
2017 - MCAT Chemistry Prep Instructor
2017 - Chemistry Prep Instructor
2017 -Physics Prep Instructor
2017 - Math Prep Instructor
2015-17Chemical Engineering TA
2012-15"The Math Whisperer"
2006 -Engineering Tutor
Education
2012MASc/PhD (Chemical Engineering)
2012BSc (Chemical Engineering)
Student evaluations
( 1=Very Poor, 2=Poor, 3=Adequate, 4=Good, 5=Very Good, 6=Excellent )
MCAT KNOWLEDGE(gives good tips and pointers)
 
5.76
EFFECTIVE(explains concepts clearly and simply)
 
5.85
PREPARATION(thoroughly prepared for class)
 
5.89
ENGAGING(makes class interesting)
 
5.94
RESPONSIVE(answers questions thoroughly)
 
5.81
TEACHING(performs effectively as an instructor)
 
5.82
Luke M

Luke

Physics
Experience
2007-Physics Prep Instructor
2007-MCAT Physics Prep Instructor
2007Oscillations and Waves Lecturer
2004-6Physics Lab Demonstrator
2005Communications for Physicists Lecturer
2002-4Physics Tutor
2002-3Online Physics Course Co-developer
2002-3Electronics Lab Demonstrator
Education
2005MSc (Physics)
2004MSc (Physics)
2002BSc (Physics)
Experience
2007-Physics Prep Instructor
2007-MCAT Physics Prep Instructor
2007Oscillations and Waves Lecturer
2004-6Physics Lab Demonstrator
2005Communications for Physicists Lecturer
2002-4Physics Tutor
2002-3Online Physics Course Co-developer
2002-3Electronics Lab Demonstrator
Education
2005MSc (Physics)
2004MSc (Physics)
2002BSc (Physics)
Student evaluations
( 1=Very Poor, 2=Poor, 3=Adequate, 4=Good, 5=Very Good, 6=Excellent )
MCAT KNOWLEDGE(gives good tips and pointers)
 
5.79
EFFECTIVE(explains concepts clearly and simply)
 
5.71
PREPARATION(thoroughly prepared for class)
 
5.80
ENGAGING(makes class interesting)
 
5.85
RESPONSIVE(answers questions thoroughly)
 
5.76
TEACHING(performs effectively as an instructor)
 
5.81
Meg Haggitt

Meg

BioBiochem, ChemOChem
Experience
2019-Genetics Prep Instructor
2019-Physiology Prep Instructor
2018-MCAT BioBiochem Prep Instructor
2017-MCAT Chemistry Prep Instructor
2017-Cell Biology Prep Instructor
2017-Biochemistry Prep Instructor
2017- Biology Prep Instructor
2004-15Biology TA
2004-15Biology Tutor
Education
2016PhD (Biology, specialized in Biochemistry and Genetics)
2005HBSc Co-op (Biology)
Experience
2019-Genetics Prep Instructor
2019-Physiology Prep Instructor
2018-MCAT BioBiochem Prep Instructor
2017-MCAT Chemistry Prep Instructor
2017-Cell Biology Prep Instructor
2017-Biochemistry Prep Instructor
2017- Biology Prep Instructor
2004-15Biology TA
2004-15Biology Tutor
Education
2016PhD (Biology, specialized in Biochemistry and Genetics)
2005HBSc Co-op (Biology)
Student evaluations
( 1=Very Poor, 2=Poor, 3=Adequate, 4=Good, 5=Very Good, 6=Excellent )
MCAT KNOWLEDGE(gives good tips and pointers)
 
5.75
EFFECTIVE(explains concepts clearly and simply)
 
5.81
PREPARATION(thoroughly prepared for class)
 
5.72
ENGAGING(makes class interesting)
 
5.85
RESPONSIVE(answers questions thoroughly)
 
5.63
TEACHING(performs effectively as an instructor)
 
5.88
Flexible options to fit your life.
Each live online class is also available as an on-demand recording that you can access at any time.
All All
Early Mornings Early Mornings
Mornings Mornings
Afternoons Afternoons
Evenings Evenings
Dates and times are final but topics in each class may change.
Week 1
10 Mon
Location TBA
BioBiochem 1 9:00am-1:00pm
BioBiochem 1 9:00am-1:00pm
BioBiochem 1

Online Classroom

Topics

Biomolecules and Enzymes
Water and Lipids
Proteins and Amino Acids
Enzymes

Cellular Respiration and Metabolism
Cellular Respiration
Additional Pathways
Metabolism

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Tactics & Traps in Classroom Companion 1
Lecture 1 in Study Guide 1
Lecture 3 in Study Guide 1

In-Class Work
Lesson 1 in Classroom Companion 1
In-Class Exam 1 in Study Guide 1
Lesson 3 in Classroom Companion 1

After-Class Homework
Questions 33, 53, 54, 71-85, 88, 89, and 91-96 in AAMC Section Bank (Biological Sciences)

11 Tue
Location TBA
CARS 1 9:00am-1:00pm
CARS 1 9:00am-1:00pm
CARS 1

Online Classroom

Topics

How to Prepare for CARS
Tactics and Traps for Section
CARS Journal

Analyzing Passages
Tactics and Traps for Passages
The Main Idea
Who is the Author?
Minimizing Going Back to Passage
Narrating Toward the Main Idea

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Tactics & Traps in Classroom Companion
Lecture 1 in Study Guide
Lecture 2 in Study Guide

In-Class Work
Lesson 1 in Classroom Companion
In-Class Exam 1 in Study Guide
Lesson 2 in Classroom Companion
In-Class Exam 2 in Study Guide

After-Class Homework
Passages 1-5 (untimed) in AAMC CARS Question Pack 1
Review passages covered in class

12 Wed
Location TBA
ChemOChem 1 9:00am-1:00pm
ChemOChem 1 9:00am-1:00pm
ChemOChem 1

Online Classroom

Topics

Introduction to General Chemistry

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Basics in Classroom Companion
Lecture 1 in Study Guide

In-Class Work
Lesson 1 in Classroom Companion
In-Class Exam 1 in Study Guide

After-Class Homework
Questions 29-32, 38-42, and 69-73 in AAMC Chemistry Question Pack

13 Thu
Location TBA
OPTIONAL
Math Workshop 9:00am-11:00am
OPTIONAL
Math Workshop 9:00am-11:00am
Math Workshop

Online Classroom

Topics

Calculations with Numbers and Variables

Working with Special Functions and Vectors

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Lecture i in Reasoning Skills Study Guide

In-Class Work
Lesson 0.1 in Classroom Companion
In-Class Exam 0.1 in Classroom Companion
Lesson 0.2 in Classroom Companion
In-Class Exam 0.2 in Classroom Companion

After-Class Homework
Nothing

Week 2
17 Mon
Location TBA
Physics 1 9:00am-1:00pm
Physics 1 9:00am-1:00pm
Physics 1

Online Classroom

Topics

Motion

Force

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Lecture 1 in Study Guide

In-Class Work
Lesson 1.1 in Classroom Companion
Lesson 1.2 in Classroom Companion
In-Class Exam 1 in Study Guide

After-Class Homework
Questions 57, 87-90, 92, and 116 in AAMC Physics Question Pack

18 Tue
Location TBA
CARS 2 9:00am-1:00pm
CARS 2 9:00am-1:00pm
CARS 2

Online Classroom

Topics

Questions and Answers
Tactics and Traps for Questions
Tactics and Traps for Answers
The Best Answer
Recognizing Weak Answers

Advanced CARS Skills
Recognizing Passage Types
Comparing Contrasting Ideas
Review of Tactics and Traps

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Lecture 3 in Study Guide
Lecture 4 in Study Guide

In-Class Work
Lesson 3 in Classroom Companion
In-Class Exam 3 in Study Guide
Lesson 4 in Classroom Companion
In-Class Exam 4 in Study Guide

After-Class Homework
Passages 6-10 (untimed) in AAMC CARS Question Pack 1
Review passages covered in class

19 Wed
Location TBA
PsycSoc 1 9:00am-1:00pm
PsycSoc 1 9:00am-1:00pm
PsycSoc 1

Online Classroom

Topics

Research Methods

Statistical Analysis

Data Interpretation

Structure

Before Class
Lecture ii in Reasoning Skills Study Guide

In Class
Lesson 0.1 in Classroom Companion
Lesson 0.2 in Classroom Companion
In-Class Exam 0 in Classroom Companion

After Class
In-Class Exam ii in Examkrackers Reasoning Skills Study Guide

Week 3
24 Mon
Location TBA
BioBiochem 2 9:00am-1:00pm
BioBiochem 2 9:00am-1:00pm
BioBiochem 2

Online Classroom

Topics

Microbiology
Viruses
Bacteria

The Eukaryotic Cell
Membrane Bound Organelles
Membranes

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Lecture 1 in Study Guide 2

In-Class Work
In-Class Exam 3 in Study Guide 1
Lesson 1.1 in Classroom Companion 2
Lesson 1.2 in Classroom Companion 2

After-Class Homework
Questions 18-23 and 34-39 in AAMC Section Bank (Biological Sciences)
Questions 5-9, 40, 63, 64, and 119 in AAMC Biology Question Pack 1

25 Tue
Location TBA
Physics 2 9:00am-1:00pm
Physics 2 9:00am-1:00pm
Physics 2

Online Classroom

Topics

Torque and Equilibrium

Energy

Simple Machines

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Lecture 2 in Study Guide

In-Class Work
Lesson 2.1 in Classroom Companion
Lesson 2.2 in Classroom Companion
Lesson 2.3 in Classroom Companion
In-Class Exam 2 in Study Guide

After-Class Homework
Questions 43, 74, 76, 79-82, 95, and 108-111 in AAMC Physics Question Pack

26 Wed
Location TBA
PsycSoc 2 9:00am-1:00pm
PsycSoc 2 9:00am-1:00pm
PsycSoc 2

Online Classroom

Topics

Biopsychosocial Model, Society and Culture

Relationships and Behavior

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Lecture 1 in Study Guide
Lecture 2 in Study Guide

In-Class Work
Lesson 1 in Classroom Companion
In-Class Exam 1 in Study Guide
Lesson 2 in Classroom Companion
In-Class Exam 2 in Study Guide

After-Class Homework
Questions 13, 15, 34, 47-48, 50-51, 66-67, 84, 86-94, 96, 97, and 99-100 in AAMC Section Bank (Behavioral Sciences)

27 Thu
Location TBA
CARS 3 9:00am-1:00pm
CARS 3 9:00am-1:00pm
CARS 3

Online Classroom

Topics

Workshop: Effective and Deliberate Practice

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Preview CARS 3 in Classroom Companion

In-Class Work
Warm-up exercises
Verbal Reasoning Exam 2 in Workbook
Workshops

After-Class Homework
Passages 11-15 (60 mins) in AAMC CARS Question Pack 1
Review passages covered in class

Dates and times are final but topics in each class may change.
Week 4
1 Mon
Location TBA
ChemOChem 2 9:00am-1:00pm
ChemOChem 2 9:00am-1:00pm
ChemOChem 2

Online Classroom

Topics

Acids and Bases

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Lecture 7 in Study Guide

In-Class Work
Lesson 7 in Classroom Companion
In-Class Exam 7 in Study Guide

After-Class Homework
Questions 1-4, 10-14, 47-50, 74-77, 100, and 102-105 in AAMC Chemistry Question Pack

2 Tue
Location TBA
BioBiochem 3 9:00am-1:00pm
BioBiochem 3 9:00am-1:00pm
BioBiochem 3

Online Classroom

Topics

Molecular Genetics
DNA
Transcription and Translation
DNA Mutations and Repair
Chromosomes
Cellular Division

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Lecture 2 in Study Guide 1

In-Class Work
In-Class Exam 1 in Study Guide 2
Lesson 2.1 in Classroom Companion 1

After-Class Homework
Questions 17, 31, 57-62, and 99 in AAMC Section Bank (Biological Sciences)
Questions 27-32 and 83 in AAMC Biology Question Pack 1

3 Wed
Location TBA
BioBiochem 4 9:00am-1:00pm
BioBiochem 4 9:00am-1:00pm
BioBiochem 4

Online Classroom

Topics

Population Genetics
Mendelian Genetics
Evolution

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Lecture 2 in Study Guide 1

In-Class Work
Lesson 2.2 in Classroom Companion 1
In-Class Exam 2 in Study Guide 1

After-Class Homework
Questions 19, 21-26, 41, 43, 75-79, 82, 90-94, and 117 in AAMC Biology Question Pack 1
Questions 81-82 in AAMC Biology Question Pack 2

4 Thu
Location TBA
CARS 4 9:00am-1:00pm
CARS 4 9:00am-1:00pm
CARS 4

Online Classroom

Topics

Workshop: Effective and Deliberate Practice

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Preview CARS 4 in Classroom Companion

In-Class Work
Warm-up exercises
Verbal Reasoning Exam 4 in Workbook
Workshops

After-Class Homework
Passages 16-20 (60 mins) in AAMC CARS Question Pack 1
Review passages covered in class

Week 5
8 Mon
Location TBA
Physics 3 9:00am-1:00pm
Physics 3 9:00am-1:00pm
Physics 3

Online Classroom

Topics

Hydrostatics

Hydrodynamics

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Lecture 3 in Study Guide

In-Class Work
Lesson 3.1 in Classroom Companion
Lesson 3.2 in Classroom Companion
In-Class Exam 3 in Study Guide

After-Class Homework
Questions 19, 20, 58, 70-73, and 91 in AAMC Physics Question Pack

9 Tue
Location TBA
PsycSoc 3 9:00am-1:00pm
PsycSoc 3 9:00am-1:00pm
PsycSoc 3

Online Classroom

Topics

Identity and the Individual

Thought and Emotion (4.1-4.3)

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Lecture 3 in Study Guide
Lecture 4 in Study Guide

In-Class Work
Lesson 3 in Classroom Companion
In-Class Exam 3 in Study Guide
Lesson 4.1 in Classroom Companion

After-Class Homework
Questions 14, 33, 41-46, 49, 58-59, 61-63, and 98 in AAMC Section Bank (Behavioral Sciences)

10 Wed
Location TBA
ChemOChem 3 9:00am-1:00pm
ChemOChem 3 9:00am-1:00pm
ChemOChem 3

Online Classroom

Topics

Introduction to Organic Chemistry

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Lecture 2 in Study Guide

In-Class Work
Lesson 2 in Classroom Companion
In-Class Exam 2 in Study Guide

After-Class Homework
Questions 5-9 and 15-19 in AAMC Chemistry Question Pack

11 Thu
Location TBA
CARS 5 9:00am-1:00pm
CARS 5 9:00am-1:00pm
CARS 5

Online Classroom

Topics

Workshop: Looking Within the Passage

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Preview CARS 5 in Classroom Companion

In-Class Work
Warm-up exercises
Verbal Reasoning Exam 6 in Workbook
Workshops

After-Class Homework
Passages 1-5 (55 mins) in AAMC CARS Question Pack 2
Review passages covered in class

Week 6
15 Mon
Location TBA
ChemOChem 4 9:00am-1:00pm
ChemOChem 4 9:00am-1:00pm
ChemOChem 4

Online Classroom

Topics

Oxygen Containing Reactions

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Lecture 3.1-3.4 in Study Guide
Lecture 4.3 in Biology 1 Study Guide

In-Class Work
Lesson 3.1 in Classroom Companion

After-Class Homework
Nothing

16 Tue
Location TBA
BioBiochem 5 9:00am-1:00pm
BioBiochem 5 9:00am-1:00pm
BioBiochem 5

Online Classroom

Topics

Common Laboratory Techniques
Separation Techniques
Genetic Techniques
Biotechnology

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Lecture 4 in Study Guide 1

In-Class Work
Lesson 4 in Classroom Companion 1
In-Class Exam 4 in Study Guide 1

After-Class Homework
Questions 16, 40-45, 52, 69, 70, 83 and 100 in AAMC Section Bank (Biological Sciences)
Questions 50–55 in AAMC Biology Question Pack 1
Questions 21–26 and 44–49 in AAMC Biology Question Pack 2

17 Wed
Location TBA
ChemOChem 5 9:00am-1:00pm
ChemOChem 5 9:00am-1:00pm
ChemOChem 5

Online Classroom

Topics

Biological Molecules and Analytical Methods

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Lecture 3.5-3.8 in Study Guide

In-Class Work
Lesson 3.2 in Classroom Companion
In-Class Exam 3 in Study Guide

After-Class Homework
Questions 33-37 and 64-68 in AAMC Chemistry Question Pack
Questions 13-14, 18-23, and 52-57 in AAMC Section Bank (Physical Sciences)

18 Thu
Location TBA
CARS 6 9:00am-1:00pm
CARS 6 9:00am-1:00pm
CARS 6

Online Classroom

Topics

Workshop: Looking Within the Passage

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Preview CARS 6 in Classroom Companion

In-Class Work
Verbal Reasoning Exam 8 in Workbook
Workshops

After-Class Homework
Passages 6-10 (55 mins) in AAMC CARS Question Pack 2
Review passages covered in class

Week 7
22 Mon
Location TBA
Physics 4 9:00am-1:00pm
Physics 4 9:00am-1:00pm
Physics 4

Online Classroom

Topics

Electrostatics

Electricity and Magnetism

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Lecture 4 in Study Guide

In-Class Work
Lesson 4.1 in Classroom Companion
Lesson 4.2 in Classroom Companion
In-Class Exam 4 in Study Guide

After-Class Homework
Questions 24-29, 30-34, 35-39, 44, 53-56, 66-69, 78, 83-86, 100-103, and 117 in AAMC Physics Question Pack

23 Tue
Location TBA
BioBiochem 6 9:00am-1:00pm
BioBiochem 6 9:00am-1:00pm
BioBiochem 6

Online Classroom

Topics

Endocrinology
Hypothalamic-Pituitary Axis
Endocrine Glands and their Hormones

Reproduction and Development
Reproduction
Embryology and Development

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Lecture 3 in Study Guide 2

In-Class Work
Lesson 3.1 in Classroom Companion 2
Lesson 3.2 in Classroom Companion 2
In-Class Exam 3 in Study Guide 2

After-Class Homework
Questions 7-12 in AAMC Section Bank (Biological Sciences)
Questions 104-107 in AAMC Biology Question Pack 1
Questions 6-10, 33-38, and 86-90 in AAMC Biology Question Pack 2

24 Wed
Location TBA
ChemOChem 6 9:00am-1:00pm
ChemOChem 6 9:00am-1:00pm
ChemOChem 6

Online Classroom

Topics

Thermodynamics and Kinetics

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Lecture 4 in Study Guide

In-Class Work
Lesson 4 in Classroom Companion
In-Class Exam 4 in Study Guide

After-Class Homework
Questions 20-24, 25-28, 56-59, 60-63, and 95-99 in AAMC Chemistry Question Pack

25 Thu
Location TBA
CARS 7 9:00am-1:00pm
CARS 7 9:00am-1:00pm
CARS 7

Online Classroom

Topics

Workshop: Going Beyond the Passage

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Preview CARS 7 in Classroom Companion

In-Class Work
Warm-up exercises
Verbal Reasoning Exam 10 in Workbook
Workshops

After-Class Homework
Passages 11-15 (50 mins) in AAMC CARS Question Pack 2
Review passages covered in class

Week 8
29 Mon
Location TBA
Physics 5 9:00am-1:00pm
Physics 5 9:00am-1:00pm
Physics 5

Online Classroom

Topics

Waves and Sound

Light and Optics

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Lecture 5 in Study Guide

In-Class Work
Lesson 5.1 in Classroom Companion
Lesson 5.2 in Classroom Companion
In-Class Exam 5 in Study Guide

After-Class Homework
Questions 1-6, 7-12, 13-18, 21, 22, 23, 40, 41, 42, 45-48, 49-52, 59, 60, 61, 62-65, 75, 77, 93, 94, 96-99, 104-107, 112-115, 118, 119, and 120 in AAMC Physics Question Pack

30 Tue
Location TBA
BioBiochem 7 9:00am-1:00pm
BioBiochem 7 9:00am-1:00pm
BioBiochem 7

Online Classroom

Topics

Respiratory and Cardiovasular Systems
Respiratory System
Cardiovascular System

Blood, Lymph and Immunity
Blood
Lymph
Immune System

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Lecture 4 in Study Guide 2

In-Class Work
Lesson 4.1 in Classroom Companion 2
Lesson 4.2 in Classroom Companion 2
In-Class Exam 4 in Study Guide 2

After-Class Homework
Questions 1-6 in AAMC Section Bank (Biological Sciences)
Questions 10-15 and 33-38 in AAMC Biology Question Pack 1
Questions 56-60, 66-75, and 112-115 in AAMC Biology Question Pack 2

31 Wed
Location TBA
PsycSoc 4 9:00am-1:00pm
PsycSoc 4 9:00am-1:00pm
PsycSoc 4

Online Classroom

Topics

Thought and Emotion (4.4-4.7)

Biological Correlates of Psychology

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Lecture 5 in Study Guide

In-Class Work
Lesson 4.2 in Classroom Companion
In-Class Exam 4 in Study Guide
Lesson 5 in Classroom Companion
In-Class Exam 5 in Study Guide

After-Class Homework
Questions 1-12, 16-32, 35-40, 52-57, 64-65, 68-79, and 80-83 in AAMC Section Bank (Behavioral Sciences)

Dates and times are final but topics in each class may change.
Week 8
1 Thu
Location TBA
CARS 8 9:00am-1:00pm
CARS 8 9:00am-1:00pm
CARS 8

Online Classroom

Topics

Workshop: Going Beyond the Passage

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Preview CARS 8 in Classroom Companion

In-Class Work
Warm-up exercises
Verbal Reasoning Exam 12 in Workbook
Workshops

After-Class Homework
Passages 16-20 (50 mins) in AAMC CARS Question Pack 2
Review passages covered in class

Week 9
5 Mon
Location TBA
ChemOChem 7 9:00am-1:00pm
ChemOChem 7 9:00am-1:00pm
ChemOChem 7

Online Classroom

Topics

Phases

Solutions and Electrochemistry

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Lecture 5 in Study Guide
Lecture 6 in Study Guide

In-Class Work
Lesson 5 in Classroom Companion
In-Class Exam 5 in Study Guide
Lesson 6 in Classroom Companion

After-Class Homework
In-Class Exam 6 in Study Guide
Questions 43-46, 51-55, 78-94, and 106-120 in AAMC Chemistry Question Pack

6 Tue
Location TBA
BioBiochem 8 9:00am-1:00pm
BioBiochem 8 9:00am-1:00pm
BioBiochem 8

Online Classroom

Topics

Digestion and Excretion
Digestion
Absorption and Storage
Homeostasis and Excretion

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Lecture 5 in Study Guide 2

In-Class Work
Lesson 5 in Classroom Companion 2
In-Class Exam 5 in Study Guide 2

After-Class Homework
Questions 63-68 in AAMC Section Bank (Biological Sciences)
Questions 44-49, 95-98, and 108-111 in AAMC Biology Question Pack 1
Questions 27-32, 76-80, and 95-98 in AAMC Biology Question Pack 2

7 Wed
Location TBA
BioBiochem 9 9:00am-1:00pm
BioBiochem 9 9:00am-1:00pm
BioBiochem 9

Online Classroom

Topics

Muscle, Bone and Skin
Muscle
Skeletal System
Skin

The Nervous System
Organization and Function
Sensory Organs

Structure

Before-Class Readings
Lecture 2 in Study Guide 2
Lecture 6 in Study Guide 2

In-Class Work
Lesson 2 in Classroom Companion 2
Lesson 6 in Classroom Companion 2
In-Class Exam 2 in Study Guide 2
In-Class Exam 6 in Study Guide 2

After-Class Homework
Questions 46-51 in AAMC Section Bank (Biological Sciences)
Questions 42, 50-59, 70-74, 99, 100, 102, 118, and 120 in AAMC Biology Question Pack 1
Question 16 in AAMC Biology Question Pack 2

Saghar

Biol 241, Biol 311, Chem 351
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