Biology Trending: A Contemporary Issues Approach

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Synopsis
Biology Trending is a truly innovative introductory biology text. Designed to combine the teaching of biological concepts within the context of current societal issues, Biology Trending encourages introductory biology students to think critically about the role that science plays in their world. This book features many current and relevant topics, including sea-level changes and ocean acidification; CRISPR/Cas9, opioid abuse, Zika, Ebola, and COVID-19; threats to biodiversity, and cancer immunotherapies. It is accompanied by digital Instructor and Student Resources to support teaching and learning.Key Features Adopts an "issues approach" to teaching introductory biology Up-to-date sections throughout, including climate change, CRISPR, new hominids, COVID-19, and new cancer therapies, among many others Suitable for both major and nonmajor courses More succinct for ease in teaching and more affordable for students High-quality illustrations help to elucidate key concepts This book is extended and enhanced through a range of digital resources that include: Long-form and open-response self-testing resources to test understanding and apply knowledge Visual simulations to demonstrate evolutionary processes Web links and bibliographic resources to expand knowledge Time-saving instructor resources such as PowerPoint slides, activity and assignment ideas, and comprehensive lesson plans Related TitlesBard, J. Evolution: The Origins and Mechanisms of Diversity (ISBN 9780367357016).Prothero, D. Vertebrate Evolution: From Origins to Dinosaurs and Beyond (ISBN 9780367473167)Johnson, N. A. Darwin’s Reach: 21st Century Applications of Evolutionary Biology (ISBN 9781138587397)
Copyright:
2023

Book Details

Book Quality:
Publisher Quality
Book Size:
794 Pages
ISBN-13:
9781000877984
Related ISBNs:
9781032488042, 9781032488585, 9781003391159
Publisher:
CRC Press
Date of Addition:
Copyrighted By:
Eli C. Minkoff and Jennifer K. Hood-DeGrenier
Adult content:
No
Language:
English
Has Image Descriptions:
No
Categories:
Nonfiction, Science, Outdoors and Nature, Earth Sciences
Submitted By:
Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:
This is a copyrighted book.

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