Key features

• an Australian context with an emphasis on Queensland examples and case studies
• comprehensive biology with an underlying holistic approach that allows schools to develop programs which readily cover the key concepts and key ideas of the new syllabus
• clear explanations of concepts in language students can understand
• student friendly, easy-to-follow layout including clearly structured sections
• innovative, stimulating design with clear unambiguous features
• full colour throughout
• relevant, high interest material that draws on student interest and experience, and features current applications of biology and the surrounding issues
• clearly marked extension material covering the very latest advanced in biology.

Biology - A Contextual Approach Student Activity Manual is written to support Biology - A Contextual Approach and the Biology syllabus. The activities integrate with the textbook and provide activities that cover the Key Concepts and Key Ideas of the syllabus.

Key features

• over 60 activities offering a wide range of achievable and reliable activities
• activities that place biology in a broader context by linking key concepts and ideas from different parts of the course
• activities that encourage students to think about broader applications of a concept, and the issues and consequences associated with biology
• provides students with the opportunity to develop the skills detailed under Investigating Biologically
• provides students with opportunities to engage with current biological issues as detailed under Evaluating Biological Issues
• assessment opportunities, particularly in categories of extended experimental investigations and non-experimental investigations as described in the syllabus
• activities involving collection and analysis of both quantitative and qualitative data
• activities involving the use of second-hand data - both quantitative and qualitative
• quality questions and further points of investigation to further support the key features of the syllabus
• caters for a variety of ability levels and learning styles
• involves appropriate use of ICT where possible.

Key features

• full copy of student manual
• interactive tutorial
• ICT support for proctical activities
• eGlossary
• catalogue of living things.

Key features

• assessment advice
• practical and safety advice
• course outlines
• answers to all textbook questions
• test item bank
• full copy of the equivalent eLearning Student CD.