Biology for the Informed Citizen with Physiology
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Author Description
With Biology for the Informed Citizen, students connect the concepts of biology to the consequences of biology. Authors Donna M. Bozzone and Douglas S. Green teach the concepts of biology, evolution, and the process of science so that students can apply their knowledge as informed consumers and users of scientific information.Cases: An engaging biological issue opens every chapter and is revisited throughoutConcepts: Foundational biological ideas are introduced within the context of important cultural and social issuesConsequences: The concepts and consequences of biology are connected in order to help students make informed decisions about biological issuesBiology for the Informed Citizen is available with or without chapters 11-15 on physiology. Both versions allow instructors to cover the chapters and topics in the order that they choose.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
How can individuals integrate fundamental biological principles into their daily decision-making processes as informed citizens? Authors Donna M. Bozzone and Douglas S. Green utilize their academic expertise to bridge the gap between abstract biological theory and real-world societal consequences. By framing scientific concepts within the context of cultural and social issues, the text provides a structured methodology for evaluating scientific information and understanding the impact of biological processes on human life.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Foundational concepts in biology, evolution, and the scientific method
- Case-based learning modules that open each chapter
- Integrated physiological studies covering human biological systems
- Frameworks for applying scientific literacy to consumer and social decision-making
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Educators frequently utilize this text for its ability to contextualize complex biological data within relevant social frameworks. The prose is noted for its accessibility, making it a standard resource for non-majors seeking to improve their scientific literacy.
Page Count:
624
Publication Date:
2013-12-16
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0195381998
ISBN-13:
9780195381993
Science
Physiology
Education
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Biology
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