All chapters specifically designed to develop the learning outcomes of the new specification with accompanying examples, investigations, modelling activities, illustrations, as well as knowledge, understanding and SEC/exam-style questions.
Knowledge checklists at the end of every chapter break the learning outcomes into student-friendly language for self and peer assessment.
Exam questions from SEC sample papers included, alongside a bank of questions to assess knowledge and develop understanding.
Biology in Practice Investigations are structured in order of the six distinct stages of the Additional Assessment Component (AAC) investigative process, as laid out in the NCCA guidelines. Includes high quality worked examples to illustrate the requirements of the different parts of the report.
In addition to a dedicated chapter for the Additional Assessment Component (AAC), there are Biology in Practice exercises and investigations throughout the book to develop research, experiment design, data analysis, critical thinking and report-writing skills.
Modelling activities, investigations, science in society examples, study tips and connections between topics address the knowledge, skills and integrated emphasis of the new specification.
Full list of equipment required for all investigations in Biosphere to aid lab inventory and advance ordering of supplies.
