Human and Social Biology for CSEC examination

Summary:
An attractive and inspiring book, written specifically for the CSEC syllabus in Human and Social Biology by experts in the region, this book offers students and their teachers a comprehensive resource to prepare for the CSEC examination. Clearly written by practising teachers, and with full-colour illustrations throughout, the book covers everything that students need to know, and in addition contains invaluable guidance on preparing for and conducting the School Based Assessment component of the syllabus. The book offers a step-by-step treatment of the syllabus with a clear outline of its structure and function, relating the biological and the social aspects, and with clear definitions and expalnations of scientific language. Considerable help and guidance is given on the practical as well as the theoretical aspects of the syllabus, and students whose time in the laboratory may be limited will find many experiments and procedures clearly explained and illustrated.

• Clear explanations of the practical work required by the syllabus, to aid schools where time in the laboratory is limited
• Explicit guidance on preparing for the School-Based Assessment to help busy teachers
• Expert author team with significant experience of teaching in Caribbean schools
• CD-ROM included, to maximise learning opportunities and support students' revision

Table of Contents:
SECTION A: LIVING ORGANISMS AND THE ENVIRONMENT
Organisms and environments
Cells
Moving substances between cells
SECTION B: LIFE PROCESSES
Nutrition and nutrients
Teeth
Enzymes and enzyme action
The digestive system
The respiratory system and respiration
The circulatory system
The human skeleton
Joints and movement
Excretion
Homeostasis – maintaining internal balance
The nervous system
Actions and reactions
The eye
Hormones
The reproductive system
Birth control
SECTION C: HEREDITY AND VARIATION
Mitosis and meiosis
Variation and inheritance
SECTION D: DISEASE AND ITS IMPACT ON HUMANS
Health and disease
Drug use and abuse
SECTION E: THE IMPACT OF HEALTH PRACTICES ON THE ENVIRONMENT
Pollution
Managing water resources
Dealing with sewage
Solid waste management
Exam type questions on the CD-ROM

Contributors:
Joanna George-Johnson Karen Morrison

Readership:
CSEC students