Biology Understanding Life
Biology Understanding Life by Sandra M. Alters, published by Mosby in 1995, is a comprehensive resource designed for a one or two semester non-majors course in introductory biology. This edition spans 985 pages and is presented in English, focusing on the understanding of biological ideas and concepts as they relate to real life, rather than emphasizing technical mastery.
Readers will find that this book emphasizes the appreciation of scientific methods and thought processes, making it suitable for fulfilling general education requirements. The text is grounded in classroom-tested teaching strategies and learning theory, aiming to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the teaching and learning experience in introductory biology courses. With its focus on life sciences, this edition serves as a valuable tool for students seeking to grasp fundamental biological concepts.
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Designed for a one or two semester non-majors course in introductory biology taught at most two and four-year colleges. This course typically fulfills a general education requirement, and rather than emphasizing mastery of technical topics, it focuses on the understanding of biological ideas and concepts, how they relate to real life, and appreciating the scientific methods and thought processes. Given the authors’ work in and dedication to science education, this text’s writing style, pedagogy, and integrated support package are all based on classroom-tested teaching strategies and learning theory. The result is a learning program that enhances the effectiveness & efficiency of the teaching and learning experience in the introductory biology course like no other before it.
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