IB Biology

Product Description

The second edition of BIOZONE’s popular student workbook for IB Biology provides the core and AHL content in a single, comprehensive volume. The workbook’s structure accommodates both an integrated and spiral approaches to the course, with core material for both SL and HL material clearly identified and easily located. Each chapter is prefaced with clear learning objectives based on the Understandings, Skills, and Applications central to the IB Diploma Program for Biology. Objectives and content to address Theory of Knowledge and International-mindedness are integrated throughout. Features include the use of an activity numbering system and cross referencing to linked content, facilitating easy use of the workbook and addressing utilizations throughout. The activities, which form the bulk of the workbook, provide highly visual, student-friendly delivery of content. Activities are concept based and have been written specifically to develop skills in critical thinking, data analysis, and problem solving in students of all abilities. This edition marks a major content revision to address the curriculum that started September 2014.

Features

• Diagrams, illustrations and photographsClear, uncomplicated diagrams, illustrations, and photographs support and reinforce the text.
• Key IdeasThe introduction to each activity is prefaced by a key idea, summarizing the primary focus of the activity.
• End of chapter synoptic activitiesEnd of chapter synoptic activities provide a means of self-testing or assessment. They focus on the understanding of content and vocabulary.
• WeblinksA wide variety of over 320 engaging activities facilitate effective differential instruction. Introduce, consolidate, extend, and test using the same workbook.
• Literacy and comprehensionA literacy and comprehension activity concludes each chapter, testing knowledge of important terms, synthesis of information, and understanding of basic concepts. A perfect synoptic self-test for students.
• Syllabus and Cross-curricula LinksBIOZONE’s unique tab system identifies utilizations, making connections to related concepts across the entire IB Biology syllabus.
• TOK and International-MindednessSpecific indicators to these components of the syllabus are made in the introduction to each chapter and throughout the workbook. Students are encouraged through questions and visual material to address them in context as appropriate.
• Understandings, Applications, and SkillsThe understandings, applications, and skills required for each topic are summarized in a series of learning objectives that provide the IB learner with performance expectations. Key terms arising from these provide the basis of the literacy activities that conclude each topic.
• Write-On ActivitiesA wide variety of over 320 engaging activities facilitate effective differential instruction. Introduce, consolidate, extend, and test using the same workbook.
• Group 4 Experimental Skills and Mathematical RequirementsThese components of the syllabus are addressed in two complementary ways. Data handling and interpretation activities are integrated throughout the workbook, provide real-world scenarios in context. A comprehensive concluding chapter supports this, covering basic planning, computational, and graphing skills to be used in skill development and consolidation, and as a reference.
• Group 4 AimsOver 320 varied and engaging activities provide ample opportunity for students to address and meet the Group 4 aims. The wide range of tasks facilitates effective differential instruction; introduce, consolidate, extend, and test using the same workbook.

Contents

• Cell Biology
• Molecular Biology
• Genetics
• Ecology
• Evolution and Biodiversity
• Human Physiology
• AHL: Nucleic acids
• AHL: Metabolism, Cell Respiration, and Photosynthesis
• AHL: Plant Biology
• AHL: Genetics and Evolution
• AHL: Animal Physiology
• Appendix 1 Science Practices

The Teacher Toolkit

BIOZONE’s Teacher Toolkit is a suite of resources specifically developed to help you plan and deliver an engaging NGSS program. Additional assessment tools are also provided allowing you to easily assess student understanding.

• Teachers Edition (PRINT)
• Teachers Edition (eBook)
• Presentation Media (PowerPoint Slides)
• Classroom Guide

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.

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.

Differentiated Instruction & Accessibility

ELL support using ReadSpeaker:

• Read Aloud
• Translation for 21 languages

Glossaries: English & Spanish

NIMAS Conversions

BIOZONE has developed two options for accessing digital replicas of our print book titles: eBook Personal Licences and BIOZONE WORLD access.

eBook Personal Licences

This solution best suits students who wish to have a simple eBook version of the print book that has limited interactivity. One-year licences are sold on an individual student basis only. These can be purchased immediately via our online store (shopping cart). See full details on eBooks here.

BIOZONE WORLD

BIOZONE WORLD consolidates all of our digital resources into one powerful platform. Available for institutional purchase only, a minimum purchase of 1 class set is required. Integrations to LMS and rostering services are available. Teachers have everything they need to successfully deliver an engaging science course with access to a digital replica of the student editions, model answers, presentation slides, classroom guides, and all resource hub materials. See full details on BIOZONE WORLD here.

Student Access

Digital replica that displays an interactive version of the book:

• Students can view the entire book (as it appears in the print version).
• Students can enter answers online and submit them to their teacher.
• Digital resources for each activity can be directly accessed: 3D models, Presentation Slides, Curated OER videos, Weblinks

Teacher ONLY Access

All the functions the student has plus:

• Teacher has access to online model answers via display buttons.
• Teacher can assign activities as time-sensitive coursework to be submitted by students.
• Teacher can view, comment and grade student responses to questions.