Integrated Science is a straightforward and easy-to-read but substantial
introduction to the fundamental behavior of matter and energy in living
and nonliving systems. It meets the needs of non-science majors who must
complete one or more science courses as part of a general or basic
studies requirement.
Integrated Science provides an introduction to a scientific way of
thinking as it introduces fundamental scientific concepts, often in a
historical context. Several features of the text provide opportunities
for students to experience the methods of science by evaluating
situations from a scientific point of view. Although technical language
and mathematics are important in developing an understanding of science,
only the language and mathematics needed to develop central concepts are
used. No prior work in science is assumed.
Many features, such as Science and Society readings, as well as basic
discussions of the different branches of science help students
understand how they relate. These connections allow students to develop
an appreciation of the major developments in science and an ability to
act as informed citizens on matters that involve science and public
policy.
The Integrated Science sequence of chapters is flexible, and the
instructor can determine topic sequence and depth of coverage, as
needed. The materials support a conceptual approach or a combined
conceptual and problem-solving approach.
The Integrated Science Online Learning Center's Instructor's Resources
offer suggestions for integrating the text's topics around theme
options. With laboratory studies, the text contains enough material for
the instructor to select a sequence for a one- or two-semester course.
The goals of Integrated Science are as follows: -Create an introductory
science course aimed at the non-science major.-Introduce a course that
presents a coherent and clear picture of all science disciplines through
an interdisciplinary approach.-Help instructors build their own mix of
descriptive and analytical aspects of science, arousing student interest
and feelings as they help students reach the educational goals of their
particular course.-Humanize science for non-science majors.
New to This Edition-The text features several new worked Examples and
end-of-chapter Parallel Exercises.-The new Science Sketch feature
engages students in creating their own explanations and analogies by
challenging them to create visual representations of concepts.-The new
Self Checks feature allows students to check their understanding of
concepts as they progress through the chapter.-The illustrations within
the biological content have been revised to reduce their
complexity.-Chapter 13 includes many new images and updated information
from the latest space missions. -Chapter 16 contains additional
information on distances in space.-Chapter 17 includes the most recent
information on climate change, causes of global climate change, and
global warming.
The Connect digital learning platform includes SmartBook, an adaptive
digital version of the course textbook, that personalizes your reading
experience based on how well you are learning the content; provides
access to your instructor's homework assignments, quizzes, syllabus,
notes, reminders, and other important files for the course; and offers
progress dashboards that quickly show how you are performing on your
assignments and tips for improvement
