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YEAR 12 BIOLOGY - A COMPLETE COURSE (ePDF)
Who this resource is for
SCIENCE HEAD TEACHERS/COORDINATORS
who want highly relevant, user-friendly resources for their staff, especially any teachers who:
- are new, or new to biology
(supports them up the sharp learning curve) - are overworked and short on preparation time
(frees them up to focus on extras) - are temporary or casual
(has everything they need - info, thorough instructions, all answers) - are teaching outside their subject area
(the students will never know!) - want to set homework
(to strengthen students' understanding) - want to enable students to work independently
(or help them catch up at home when they’ve been sick) - are providing distance learning
(or setting work for absent students)
HAS EVERYTHING STUDENTS STUDYING YEAR 12 BIOLOGY NEED
- complete
- simple
- accurate
- fresh
- content is up-to-the-minute
This set of 4 eBooks (ePDF):
ADDRESSES THE ENTIRE YEAR 12 SYLLABUS IN NSW
- All Course Content
- All Practical Investigations
IS ALSO HIGHLY APPLICABLE OUTSIDE NSW
- Broadly addresses Australian curriculum units 3&4, plus parts of units 1&2
- Covers parts of Year 12 plus parts of Year 11 course in most states
- Full of material useful for teaching biology to senior high school students everywhere
- includes simple explanations of standard concepts
- clear instructions for investigations, most requiring only basic equipment
- plenty of exercises to reinforce student learning
- a complete set of answers
HAS MORE THAN 250 STUDENT EXERCISES, WITH EXTENSIVE VARIETY
- Cloze passage summaries
(genuine summaries, reworded, requiring students to comprehend and apply their new understanding to complete the passage) - Questions to test understanding
- More than 25 graphing exercises to develop students' skills
- Tables and flowcharts to complete
- Diagrams to label
- Informative, engaging, and current content to reinforce, enable, and extend a wide range of students
- Suggested videos to enhance understanding
- Detailed instructions for all practical investigations
- Key words in bold
- ALL ANSWERS!
has Clear easy-to-navigate ORGANISATION
- Content is closely correlated with the syllabus
- Headings are clearly linked to the syllabus
- Syllabus dot points are addressed in syllabus order (so are easy for you to find where they are covered)
- Summaries and exercises are located close to the relevant content to reinforce students’ learning
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CONTENT IS CURRENT AND COMPREHENSIVE
Is up to date with current research/technologies (including COVID)
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CONTENT IS CLEAR AND CONCISE
Includes relevant diagrams and illustrations (to support understanding, appeal to visual learners, and keep students engaged)
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THOROUGHLY TRIALLED IN SCHOOLS
Teachers' and students' feedback used to improve the final version
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HIGH VALUE FOR MONEY
Saves teachers time and effort while ensuring they deliver high-quality lessons to students, supported with clear, concise, and effective teaching resources
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PRINT OUT AND MAKE COPIES FOR WHOLE CLASS
(for students to write on by hand - shown in studies to promote better and faster learning than online learning)
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UPLOAD TO A SECURE, SHARED HARD DRIVE
(for students to access online)
What Teachers said
These resources are an enormous asset to our teaching of Biology. They provide impressive detail on every aspect of the syllabus and are filled with interesting and engaging material that our students love. They really streamline our teaching and allow us to focus on supporting individual students and their needs. They can be used effectively in multiple ways – as the primary teaching resource in the classroom, and as a supplementary resource that students can engage with on an individual level, in the class or at home. They are also invaluable in providing extension material that allows our most capable students to excel and reach their potential.
We really cannot recommend the resources enough. They are a perfect support for any teacher beginning their Biology teaching career, as well as an ideal supplement for experienced teachers looking for detailed and rich resources to enhance their teaching.
Rhonda Rahal, Natalie Petkovska, Peter Lofitis
Biology teachers, Beverly Hills Girls High School
These Biology resources have proven to be an invaluable asset for both me and my students. As a new-service Biology teacher, they have empowered me to create highly effective and authentic lessons, while also enabling my students to grasp and retain crucial Biology concepts and their real-world applications. I wholeheartedly recommend these resources to fellow educators.
George Rahal
Biology teacher, St Vincent's College Ashfield
I recently purchased Zebrafish Publications’ Year 12 Biology, and I couldn't be happier with this resource. For me, its standout features are its comprehensive coverage of HSC Biology topics and its emphasis on student involvement. Rather than spoon-feeding information, the resource encourages students to take an active role in their learning. The well-structured lesson worksheets provide a framework for student-led exploration, discussion, and problem-solving. I especially love the inclusion of case studies, like the one on SNPs and asthma medications. I also love the clarity and conciseness of the content. It’s not overloaded with unnecessary information, so both teachers and students can focus on the key concepts without feeling overwhelmed.
The language is accessible yet maintains a high academic standard, making it suitable for a diverse range of learners. If you're looking to streamline your lesson planning process while ensuring your students actively participate in their learning, this resource is an absolute must-have. I wholeheartedly recommend it to my fellow teachers.