HSC Biology Modules 1-4 is the first volume in a new series written specifically for the NSW Stage 6 syllabus. Student engagement and a rigorous, highly visual approach define this comprehensive new title. It provides a wide range of activities to engage students in working scientifically to develop essential skills in investigation, problem-solving, and critical thinking. The course explores the diversity of life, from the molecular to the systems level, introducing and exploring content through the use of investigation, modelling, and data and case study analysis. Students use a number of mechanisms to communicate their understanding, with the emphasis being on applying knowledge and skills to understand and explore solutions to 21st century issues. Depth studies are incorporated and identified, encouraging students to pursue their interests and take responsibility for their own learning. This new title covers the four modules of the Year 11 course  incorporating the relevant syllabus outcomes and providing multiple opportunities for investigation and collaboration. Comprehensive chapter introductions provide students with a checklist of learning objectives, framed by the inquiry question and keyed to the syllabus outcomes and course content. General capabilities and cross curriculum priorities are also built into the activities as appropriate and clearly marked for easy identification. Students are provided with opportunities for self evaluation in every chapter and are fully supported in their Working Scientifically skills with a dedicated introductory chapter.

Chapter Titles

• Chapter 1: Working Scientifically

• Chapter 2: Cell Structure
• Chapter 3: Cell Function

• Chapter 4: Organisation of Cells
• Chapter 5: Nutrient and Gas Requirements
• Chapter 6: Transport

• Chapter 7: Effects of the Environment on Organisms
• Chapter 8: Adaptations
• Chapter 9: Theory of Evolution by Natural Selection
• Chapter 10: Evolution: The Evidence

• Chapter 11: Population Dynamics
• Chapter 12: Past Ecosystems
• Chapter 13: Future Ecosystems
• Chapter 14: Depth Studies: Guidance and Ideas

eBook Versions

BIOZONE eBooks provide a digital replica of the printed work text, allowing students and teachers to seamlessly transition between both formats in a hybrid delivery situation. It is easy to incorporate eBook material into your learning management system. You can direct students to the required activity and provide notes and guidance about what you want them to do.

BIOZONE provides three different eBook products:
eBook LITE
Students interact with the BIOZONE content using notes, highlights, bookmarks, and some simple drawing tools. Embedded text to speech reader, and text translation in 21 languages.

eBook PLUS
All the functionality of eBook Lite plus direct interaction with the BIOZONE Resource Hub. Students can answer and submit responses for review or grading.

eBook Teacher’s Edition
Provided free with a classroom purchase, the this resource has all the content of the printed Teacher Edition and the functionality described above (including direct access to BIOZONE’s Resource Hub).