Essential Biology

Essential Biology Synopsis

Essential Biology: An Applied Approach is a textbook intended for introductory college biology courses. It uses a society-based approach to guide readers to appreciate biology as it applies to current and historic cultural issues. Essential Biology serves the traditional undergraduate biology curriculum, with a sequence and depth of content valuable for the introductory student. Its unique story- and society-based approach brings forth collaborative discussion and improves student motivation to read and study further into the material.Essential Biology: An Applied Approach: shows the reader how to think like a scientist - provocative examples guide the reader to consider facts more critically.  seeks a new way of approaching biology by incorporating stories, social themes, and integrating non-science areas to augment student interest.  presents an applied approach to how each field of biology is developed and fits within larger areas of study.  contains unique characteristics including Mnemonics and Learning Strategies, biology case studies, ""Check In"" sections, special textboxes, and more!  can be used in traditional, online-only, and hybrid courses.  includes extensive instructor resources: PowerPoint slides, test bank, discussion questions, and more!