DIGITAL UPDATE available for Fall 2022 classes For non-majors/mixed biology courses. Seeing biology's relevance by focusing on core concepts Eric Simon's Biology: The Core presents essential biological concepts, using a unique visual and hybrid approach. The succinct 12-chapter text features beautifully illustrated modules with dynamic figures and illustrations in concise, self-contained 2-page modules. The modules focus students on what is relevant to help them see the relationship between key concepts and ...
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DIGITAL UPDATE available for Fall 2022 classes For non-majors/mixed biology courses. Seeing biology's relevance by focusing on core concepts Eric Simon's Biology: The Core presents essential biological concepts, using a unique visual and hybrid approach. The succinct 12-chapter text features beautifully illustrated modules with dynamic figures and illustrations in concise, self-contained 2-page modules. The modules focus students on what is relevant to help them see the relationship between key concepts and current issues they are familiar with. The 3rd Edition focuses on current issues with active learning and flipped classroom strategies that encourage students to think and actively participate in the course. Extensive assignments, activities and support materials enable instructors to layer detail and tailor content to their course and the way they teach. Hallmark features of this title Key biological concepts Each core biological concept is presented as a brief module that can stand on its own and be read in any order. Each module contains only the essential content to focus students on key information, guide them through the concept and check their understanding at the end. The vibrant and contemporary art and photo program places captivating visuals at center stage as the primary teaching tool with narrative integrated seamlessly. The engaging and highly accessible format presents information for the non-science major. New and updated features of this title Relevant and current high interest topics 10 Core Issues modules highlight relevant current issues and relate each issue to biological concepts to help students see the relevancy of course material and make connections across chapter concepts. Topic Guides help instructors deliver high-impact lessons that examine current topics with recommended reading assignments from the text, pre-built assignments and in-class activities. Scientific literacy skills Building Science Literacy coaching activities focus on practical applications of scientific literacy and science process skills in everyday life, ensuring students become educated consumers of scientific information. Chapter 1 content gets students on the right track by covering science literacy skills from the very first page. Topics include the process of science, science versus pseudoscience, reliability of sources, and more. Active learning Active Learning Resource Guide features in-class activities from instructors and faculty around the country to help students learn core concepts, using tried and tested approaches. Guided Reading Activities provide students with basic questions that guide them through each module, using an active reading approach, for individual or group work in or out of class. Highlights of the DIGITAL UPDATE for Mastering Biology (available for Fall 2022 classes) Instructors , no need to create a new course. Digital updates have been added. Learn more about Mastering Biology. NEW: Pearson (R) Interactive Labs are structured around the process of science and feature real-world scenarios and guided feedback so students can make and learn from their mistakes. NEW: BIAS test activities get students thinking critically about the validity of biology-related statements they see in the news or on social media. NEW: Study Skills Modules help students develop study strategies: test taking, studying vs. learning, time management, resource use, accountability, reading and note-taking. Features of Mastering Biology for the
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