Asking Questions in Biology: Key Skills for Practical Assessments and Project Work (2nd Edition)

Barnard, Chris; Gilbert, Francis; Mcgregor, Peter

ISBN 10: 0130903701 / ISBN 13: 9780130903709

Published by Benjamin Cummings, 2001

Very Good condition. 2nd edition. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included. Seller Inventory # N24C-04675

Synopsis:

This new edition is relevant to students taking degrees within Biology, Biochemistry, Physiology, Microbiology, Ecology and Biomedical Sciences.  Its unique coverage includes 1st year undergraduates taking modules in Statistics and Experimental Design, Data Analysis, Ecology and discovery-oriented laboratory courses.  Also relevant to 2nd and 3rd year undergraduates undertaking project work at this level and beyond.

From the Back Cover:

Biology students need to be able to analyse data and produce high quality practical reports. These skills are essential for success in assessments, examinations and project work.

Asking Questions in Biology will help you to master the practical and data handling elements of your course, while teaching you a fundamental skill in scientific discovery.

Tried and tested with students, this unique text explains:
v Why asking the right questions is essential in any scientific enquiry
v How to design experiments and project work
v How to approach analysing data, using principles that apply with any statistical package
v How to present your results including figures and tables

Features include:
v Self-test questions and answers
v An easy-to-use Quick Test Finder
v Key topics are illustrated with a wide range of examples from ecology and behaviour to toxicology and parasitology.

This second edition continues to provide an invaluable text for practical courses in biology. It is especially useful for courses that emphasise hypothesis testing and data analysis, and as a guide for students working on assessed projects.

Chris Barnard is Professor of Animal Behaviour and Francis Gilbert is Senior Lecturer in Ecology both at the University of Nottingham. Peter McGregor is Head of the Department of Animal Behaviour in the Zoological Institute at the University of Copenhagen.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Asking Questions in Biology: Key Skills for ...
Publisher: Benjamin Cummings
Publication Date: 2001
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Very Good
Edition: 2nd Edition