Biology: Concepts and Investigations, 2nd Edition

Mariëlle Hoefnagels is an award winning teacher and professor of biology at the University of Oklahoma. Her concepts-oriented introductory biology text places greater emphasis on the processes of scientific investigation and evolution than any other comparable textbook. Her teaching experience is evident in the book through its use of student-centered art, applications and innovative pedagogy using a “What’s the Point?” focus on relevance and importance.

LEARN HOW TO LEARN/SCIENCE AS A PROCESS-Application and Relevancy!

• Figure It Out-focusing on quantitative skills
• Pull It Together-Concept Maps
• Write It Out-asks students to recall and integrate key chapter material.
• Mastering Concepts questions have been added to each Investigating Life Section in the text.
• “What’s The Point”- audio clips for each chapter opener.
• Attention Grabbing Essay, Chapter Outline and Learn How To Learn Study Tips
• Apply It Now-Application based readings
• Burning Questions-questions from Mariëlle’s own class!

About the Author: Mariëlle Hoefnagels is assistant professor at the University of Oklahoma, where she teaches nonmajors courses in biology and microbiology, and a course on fungi for advanced botany and microbiology majors. She earned her B.S. in environmental science from the University of California at Riverside, her M.S. in soil science from North Carolina State University, and her Ph.D. in Botany and Plant Pathology from Oregon State University.