Covering essential themes and concepts, this introductory biology textbook is tailored for nonmajors, ensuring accessibility and engagement. It emphasizes meaningful content and practical applications, making complex ideas easier to grasp. The focus on promoting scientific literacy helps students connect with the material and understand the relevance of biology in everyday life.
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Focusing on core psychological concepts, this textbook provides a thorough introduction to the field, integrating classic studies with contemporary research. It includes detailed discussions on psychological disorders, referencing the DSM-5, and emphasizes the diversity of both the discipline and global cultures. This comprehensive approach ensures that students gain a well-rounded understanding of psychology.
Principles of Macroeconomics 2e covers the scope and sequence of most introductory economics courses. The text includes many current examples, which are handled in a politically equitable way. The outcome is a balanced approach to the theory and application of economics concepts. The second edition has been thoroughly revised to increase clarity, update data and current event impacts, and incorporate the feedback from many reviewers and adopters. Changes made in Principles of Macroeconomics 2e are described in the preface and the transition guide to help instructors transition to the second edition.