Environmental Science

Product Description

BIOZONE’s Environmental Science Student Workbook introduces students to the Earth’s physical and biological systems, and examines the interactions of humans with their environment. Content includes the Gulf of Mexico oil spill and the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster, and in-depth coverage of energy extraction issues, pollution, and the wider environmental implications of urban development. The complexities of the Earth’s geological and ecological processes are made accessible through a concept-based approach. Students progressively build knowledge and deeper understanding through the use of real-world contexts.

Product Features

• 160+ ActivitiesVaried, engaging activities provide ample opportunity for students to explore and test their knowledge and understanding.
• Structure Scaffolds LearningThe workbook structure is based on developing a sound understanding of the Earth’s systems and ecology and then building on this to explore current environmental issues relating to resource use and global change.
• Concept-based and AccessibleThe complexities of the Earth’s geological and ecological processes are made accessible through a concept-based approach. Students progressively build knowledge and deeper understanding through the use of real-world contexts.
• Clear Learning OutcomesLearning objectives outline the knowledge and skills that students must acquire, with additional guidance as appropriate. Key concepts provide a summary of essential ideas.
• LiteracyConfidence in the required terminology is developed through targeted activities.
• Diagrams, Illustrations and PhotographsClear, uncomplicated diagrams, illustrations, and photographs support and reinforce the text.
• WeblinksThese support activities where relevant and appropriate to extend learning beyond the workbook and to assist students in visualizing complex processes.
• Model Answer BookProvides suggested answers to the workbook activities. Sold separately.
• Concept MapsConcept maps provide an overview of concepts and connections, identifying the topics to be covered within each of the four contexts (disease, medicine and technology, aging, and exercise).

Contents

• The Earth’s Systems
• Ecosystems
• Natural Ecosystem Change
• Populations
• Investigating Ecosystems
• Land and Water
• Energy
• Pollution
• Global Change

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)
• Teacher Access (BIOZONE WORLD)
• Presentation Media (PowerPoint Slides)
• Question Library (available for multiyear purchasers only)
• Classroom Guide

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.

Student Access

Digital replica that displays an interactive version of the book:

• Digital replica: students can view the book.
• Students can enter answers online and submit them to their teacher.
• Digital resources are available  3D models, Presentation Slides, Curated videos, Weblinks.

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.