Exploring Life Through Science General Biology 1 and 2
Exploring Life Through Science General Biology 1 and General Biology 2 are pre-university worktext in biology designed to provide a comprehensive introduction of the basic and relevant concepts and principles in the study of living things. The books contain contextualized, relevant, environment-focused content, cutting-edge researches, and practical information are embedded in every chapter to prepare students for real-life science. They provide up-to-date information on life processes from the molecular, cellular, and organismic levels of organization. Time-tested features of ELTS are included to ensure student-centered learning as defined in the K to 12 science curriculum and to ensure that it is responsive to the needs of the Filipino learner in the 21st century
Author/s
John Donnie A. Ramos (Author-Coordinator) and Anna Cherylle Morales-Ramos
Senior High
Copyright
General Biology 1: WT – 2022, TWE – 2022
General Biology 2: WT – 2022, TWE – 2022
Learning Objectives – summarizes expected learning of the students aligned with DepEd’s learning competencies
Values – summarizes expected values to be developed in students
A Closer Look – introduces real-life scenarios and asks teaser questions to jumpstart chapter discussions
Prior Knowledge Check – assesses initial knowledge and misconception of students
Concepts in a Box – presents the relationship of the concepts through a concept map
Love of Lab – school- and home-based activities used for discovery learning
Pause, Think, Recall – assesses the progress of students during the learning experience
Practical Science – gives examples of applications of science concepts in everyday life
Sample Problems – problems with solutions that guide the students through the solving process
Chapter Recap – recapitulates major concepts learned
A Closer Look Explained – explains the science behind a teaser question in the “A Closer Look”
Test Yourself – assesses the learning of the students after the learning experience by testing their analytical and comprehension skills
World of Wonders in the Web – expands classroom learning through curriculum-based online resources
Additional Learning Resources – provides additional resources supplementary to the presented concepts
Content Enrichment Features:
Proudly Filipino – highlights outstanding Filipino scientists to inspire students
My Future in Science – features careers in the sciences to help evaluate student inclinations and potential
Practical Science – gives applications of science in everyday life
Sci Bit – supplements learning through information of human interest
Pillar of Science – features pioneer scientists in the different fields of science
Science Patrol – highlights breaking news in the sciences
Science Connections – focuses on a multidisciplinary scientific approach to solve human problems
Function Icons:
Information and Communications Technology (ICT) – emphasizes ICT-related contents and activities
Multiple Intelligences – identifies the different learning styles involved in the activities and assessments
21st Century Skills – activities that promote the development of twenty-first century skills such as learning, literacy, and life skills
Learning Skills (LE): (1) critical thinking, (2) creativity, (3) collaboration, (4) communication
Literacy Skills (LE): (1) information, (2) media, (3) technology
Life Skills (LE): (1) flexibility, (2) leadership, (3) initiative, (4) productivity, (5) social skills
Differentiated Instruction – emphasizes activities that address a wide range of learning needs, abilities, and interests of students
STEM – hands-on problem-based inquiry and exploration activities that challenge students to find solutions to real-world issues and problems as they are guided by the design thinking process
Higher-Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) – develops higher-order thinking skills through learning activities and assessments
Values Integration (VI) – Transforms students into responsible members of the family and society
Quick Response (QR) Code – provides suggested resources as additional learning materials
Components:
Worktext (WT)
Teachers Wraparound Edition (TWE)
Blended Resources Learning Portal (BLRP)
