From its first edition,
Life
has set the standard for experiment-based introductory biology texts. There is no stronger textbook for helping students understand not just what we know (scientific facts), but how we know it (the experimental process that leads to their discovery).
The new edition of
builds upon this tradition, teaching fundamental concepts and showcasing significant research while responding to changes in biology education...
PEDAGOGICALLY,
with features that match the way students learn today, including chapter opening stories, art with balloon captions, and new Learning Objectives
SCIENTIFICALLY,
with a wealth of important new research throughout
TECHNOLOGICALLY,
with instant access QR codes printed in the text, new interactive features (media clips, chapter summaries, a flashcard app), and a dramatically enhanced BioPortal, with the adaptive quizzing system, LearningCurve
QUANTIFIABLY,
with completely revised assessment resources and new ways of measuring students' progress