DIGITAL UPDATE available for Fall 2022 classes
For introductory biology courses for science majors.
Discover biology, develop skills, and make connections
Known for its discovery-based, student-centered approach, Scott Freeman's Biological Science emphasizes higher-order thinking, skill development, and active learning. Strategies in the text go beyond memorization and guide students in making connections between core concepts and content.
The 7th Edition weaves one case study throughout the entire text, showing biology concepts are connected and helping students make connections across biology. New content includes updated coverage of advances in genomic editing, global climate change and insights into the evolution of land plants.
Hallmark features of this title
Synthesize ideas and make connections
- Big Picture concept maps integrate visuals and words to help students synthesize concepts, patterns, and information across chapters for challenging topics in biology,?
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activities encourage students to analyze important patterns within each Big Picture concept map.
- Put It All Together Case Studies for each chapter enable students to apply knowledge they learned in the chapter to a new, related situation straight from contemporary research.
Develop scientific skills
- BioSkills reference section appears between Chapters 1 and 2, drawing attention to key skills students need to succeed in biology with easy-to-find reference material that supports the skill development throughout the course.?
New and updated features of this title
- End-of-Unit Case study, featuring poison newts and garter snakes, is introduced in Chapter 1 and woven throughout the entire text. It shows that biology concepts and various biology sub-disciplines (genetics, evolution, physiology, ecology, etc.) are connected.?
- Making Models boxes target additional skills and applications and appear at strategic points throughout chapters. These guide students in deepening their understanding of biology concepts by learning to interpret and create visual models.?
- Learning objectives appear at the beginning of each section to guide students and describe what they will be expected to learn.
Highlights of the DIGITAL UPDATE for Mastering Biology (available for Spring 2021 classes)
Instructors, no need to create a new course. Digital updates have been added.
Learn more about Mastering Biology.
- NEW: Pearson® 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: GapFinder Modules assess a student's prerequisite knowledge, and then recommend personalized remediation specific to individual knowledge gaps in the math and chemisty that they need to succeed in biology.?
- NEW: Study Skills Dynamic Study Modules help students learn how to learn. Student-centered learning modules include the following topics: strengthen your test taking, studying vs. learning, time management, using the resources, accountability, and reading & taking notes. ??
Features of Mastering Biology for the 7th Edition; published 2018
- 24 Figure Walkthrough Videos guide students through key figures, narrated explanations, figure markups, and questions reinforce important points.
- Making Models activities include instructional whiteboard videos plus application questions to help students develop the skills of interpreting visual models.
- Scientific Thinking Activities help students develop an understanding of how scientific research is conducted and include research questions such as "Can Scientists Use Gene Expression Data to Personalize Cancer Treatment "
Known for its discovery-based, student-centered approach, Biological Science emphasizes higher-order thinking, skill development and active learning. The text equips you with strategies that move you away from memorization to guide you in making connections between core concepts and content. You'll learn to apply your knowledge throughout the course, assess your level of understanding and identify the types of cognitive skills that need improvement.
The 7th Edition weaves one case study throughout the entire text, showing biology concepts are connected and helping you make connections across biology. New content includes updated coverage of advances in genomic editing, global climate change and insights into the evolution of land plants.
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