McDougal Littell - Biology

Program Philosophy

McDougal Littell Biology was developed in response to detailed research on the needs of today’s teachers and students. It reflects McDougal Littell’s commitment to scientific accuracy and substance and demonstrates a respect for the unique ways that teachers approach their calling. Highlights of McDougal Littell Biology include the following:

• Challenging scientific content coupled with readability. Teams of reviewers, editors, and fact checkers assisted me in developing a comprehensive curriculum with scientific accuracy and appropriate depth of content. Reading level was carefully monitored to be age and grade appropriate. Sections were shortened to assure a high level of readability and vocabulary support.
• Flexible options for teachers. Whether experienced or novice, McDougal Littell Biology offers teachers a wide range of technology and print options. These include Power Presentations with Media Gallery, which provides an editable, easy-to-use classroom presentation resource for teachers. This comprehensive media package, including video and animations, not only helps teachers make a powerful connection with students, it also saves an enormous amount of preparation time. The BioZine Online magazine and custom virtual labs keeps the program current in the rapidly changing world of biology.
• Connecting concepts. Connecting concepts are found throughout Biology, both as unifying ideas in the content within each chapter and as a distinct side column feature. These connections help students develop a bigger picture of the nature of life and scientific inquiry. They help teachers unite content regardless of the order in which they present the material.
• Strong hands-on component. The Biology program includes ideas and directions for demonstrations, quick labs, and more involved labs. The time-saving Lab Binder has quickly become a favorite feature among teachers. It contains labs to accompany every chapter, including design-your-own investigations. The Lab Binder also enables teachers to tailor the laboratory exercises to suit their individual needs and resources via the Lab Generator with Virtual Labs.
• Visual learning. Biology is filled with large, colorful photographs and one-of-a-kind illustrations and diagrams that engage student attention and aid visual learning.