Pearson Biological Science by Scott Freeman

Supports and motivates students as they learn to think scientifically and use the skills of a biologist. Scott Freeman’s Biological Science is beloved for its Socratic narrative style, its emphasis on experimental evidence and its dedication to active learning.

In the Fifth Edition, the author team has expanded to include new members–bringing a fresh focus on accuracy and currency and multiplying the dedication to active learning by six. Research indicates that true mastery of content requires a move away from memorization towards active engagement with the material in a focused, personal way. Biological Science is the first introductory biology text designed to equip students with a strategy to accurately assess their level of understanding, predict their performance and identify the types of cognitive skills that need improvement.

Salient Features

Research Box??es and many new in-text discussions highlight the latest research and show students the ongoing nature of scientific discovery.

• Chapter-opening Roadmaps visually group and organize information to help students anticipate key ideas as well as recognize meaningful relationships and connections between the ideas.
• Big Picture concept maps integrate visuals and words to help students synthesize information across chapters and units on challenging topics in biology.
• Quantitative questions are identified throughout the text, helping professors and students engage in computational problem-solving.
• Data sources have been identified for all graphs and