Biology Trending: A Contemporary Issues Approach

Biology Trending is an innovative introductory biology text that combines the teaching of biological concepts with current societal issues. It features up-to-date sections on topics such as climate change, CRISPR, new hominids, COVID-19, and cancer therapies, and is accompanied by digital Instructor and Student Resources to support teaching and learning.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 794 pages
Publication date: 04 July 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Biology Trending is a groundbreaking introductory biology textbook that seamlessly integrates the teaching of biological concepts with contemporary societal issues. By encouraging introductory biology students to engage in critical thinking about the role of science in their world, this book fosters a deeper understanding of the subject matter.

Packed with numerous current and relevant topics, Biology Trending covers a wide range of subjects such as sea-level changes and ocean acidification, CRISPR/Cas9, opioid abuse, Zika, Ebola, and COVID-19. These topics are carefully selected to engage students and provide them with a comprehensive overview of the field.

The book is accompanied by comprehensive digital Instructor and Student Resources, designed to support teaching and learning. These resources include long-form and open-response self-testing resources, visual simulations to demonstrate evolutionary processes, web links and bibliographic resources, and time-saving instructor resources such as PowerPoint slides, activity and assignment ideas, and comprehensive lesson plans.

In addition to its core content, Biology Trending is extended and enhanced through a range of digital resources. These resources 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, and time-saving instructor resources such as PowerPoint slides, activity and assignment ideas, and comprehensive lesson plans.

Whether you are a student or an instructor, Biology Trending is an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to gain a deeper understanding of biology and its relevance to modern society. With its innovative approach, up-to-date sections, and comprehensive digital resources, this textbook is sure to inspire and engage your students in learning.

Dimension: 280 x 210 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032488042