Animal Behavior Concepts, Methods, and Applications
Animal Behavior: Concepts, Methods, and Applications by Shawn E. Nordell is a comprehensive resource published by Oxford University Press in 2017. This second edition spans 497 pages and is presented in English. The book emphasizes a conceptual approach to animal behavior, focusing on the scientific process and real-world applications of research in this field. Through an engaging, question-driven style, it guides readers in understanding and evaluating empirical research examples.
Readers will find a clear learning progression that highlights methodology and the process of science, with featured studies illustrating key concepts. Each chapter includes practical examples of how animal behavior research is applied to societal issues, enhancing the relevance of the material. Distinctive features such as bolded key terms, a running glossary, and thought-provoking discussion questions support student learning. Additionally, “Scientific Process” boxes outline research steps, while “Toolboxes” clarify essential skills in animal behavior science. The book also includes diverse research examples across major taxa, complemented by illustrations and photos that help visualize complex processes.
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EMPHASIZES CONCEPTS. Animal Behavior: Concepts, Methods, and Applications, Second Edition, takes a conceptual approach that highlights the process of science and the real-world applications of animal behavior research. In an engaging, question-driven style, Shawn E. Nordell and Thomas J. Valone offer readers a clear learning progression for understanding and evaluating empirical research examples.
FOCUSES ON METHODOLOGY AND THE PROCESS OF SCIENCE. Featured studies illustrate each concept and emphasize research methods, immersing students in the process of animal behavior research. The authors clearly identify the research question, hypothesis, and prediction for each featured study and then demonstrate how the methods allow the prediction to be tested.
HIGHLIGHTS REAL-WORLD APPLICATIONS. To help students understand the broader significance of animal behavior research, each chapter contains examples of how various people and groups are applying the concepts to societal problems and issues.
DISTINCTIVE FEATURES
Bolded key terms, a running glossary, chapter summaries, and thought-provoking discussion questions provide additional support for students
“Scientific Process” boxes clearly and concisely lay out each step of the research process
“Toolboxes” explain essential skills or complex terms in the science of animal behavior
“Applying the Concepts” boxes provide examples of how animal behavior research is being applied to real-life problems
Diverse research examples represent all major taxa and highlight both classic and contemporary research
Beautiful illustrations and photos help readers visualize complex processes and connect with the natural world
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