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For courses in non-majors biology. Helps students learn the
concepts and applications of human biology using relevant topics
and realistic scenarios Known for its unique "Special Topic"
chapters and emphasis on everyday health concerns, the 6th Edition
of Biology of Humans: Concepts, Applications, and Issues continues
to personalize the study of human biology using a conversational
writing style, vibrant, easy-to-follow illustrations, abundant
applications, and a new emphasis on using everyday science literacy
skills. The authors provide a practical, friendly introduction to
the study of the human body, preparing readers to navigate today's
rapidly expanding and shifting world of health information. Each
chapter now features brand-new "Consider This Case" exercises and
"Finding and Evaluating Information" activities that challenge
readers to think critically and apply their knowledge to solve
real-world cases. Along with scientific updates and content
improvements throughout the text, the 6th Edition also includes a
new "Special Topic" chapter on the Obesity Epidemic. Note: You are
purchasing a standalone product; Mastering Biology does not come
packaged with this content. Students, if interested in purchasing
this title with Mastering Biology, ask your instructor for the
correct package ISBN and Course ID. Instructors, contact your
Pearson representative for more information. If you would like to
purchase both the physical text and Mastering Biology, search for:
0134056671 / 9780134056678 Biology of Humans: Concepts,
Applications, and Issues Plus Mastering Biology with eText --
Access Card Package, 6/e Package consists of: 0134045440 /
9780134045443 Biology of Humans: Concepts, Applications, and
Issues, 6/e 0134254910 / 9780134254913 Mastering Biology with
Pearson eText -- ValuePack Access Card -- for Biology of Humans:
Concepts, Applications, and Issues, 6/e Biology of Humans:
Concepts, Applications, and Issues, 6th Edition is also available
via Pearson eText, a simple-to-use, mobile, personalized reading
experience that lets instructors connect with and motivate students
- right in their eTextbook. Learn more.
* Written in an informal style which is easily accessible and
interesting to students with no previous background in Biology. *
Focused on collaborative, small group activities that encourage
student interactions and maximize laboratory resources. * Designed
to provide an understanding of the basic principles of human
anatomy and physiology, genetics and evolutionary change, ecology,
and the impact of human actions on the environment. * The exercises
are designed to run smoothly, even in large laboratory sections
with 2540 students. Equipment and supplies needed are cost
effective and easily accessible to large and small schools. Each
laboratory exercise is suitable for completion in two or three hour
laboratory periods and can be divided to accommodate 90 minute
sessions.
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