kev
22nd December 2010, 09:28 AM
Hi -
Looking for some insight in regard to a textbook option for biology - high school sophomores (16 years old). My current text is, well, terrible and old.
I would like to purchase Miller/Levine -
http://biology.com/preview_biology.html
However, our HS is looking at going to 1 on 1 laptops for our students (grades 6-8 have already done this.) Long story short - there is a push toward "on line textbooks/ on line learning." Essentially, no textbooks will be purchased until technology-based options are explored thoroughly. To be honest, I think an actual text book is important. However, I am a "book person."
My questions -
*Does anyone one have recommendations in regard to online options for biology texts that are good?
*Any information in regard to the practicality, success, pros/cons of "on line learning" for Biology? Studies? Does it work? Is a "book" necessary for biology?
*Can an online biology text actually work - my opinion is that using a text is not like reading a novel on a Kindle. Personally, I would hate it - but, is it better/ok for my students?
I have my preference - having an actual text book. However, I am open to exploring this option and would like to find some concrete information, experiences or recommendations (pro or con) that I can look into further.
Thanks for any input.
Kevin
Looking for some insight in regard to a textbook option for biology - high school sophomores (16 years old). My current text is, well, terrible and old.
I would like to purchase Miller/Levine -
http://biology.com/preview_biology.html
However, our HS is looking at going to 1 on 1 laptops for our students (grades 6-8 have already done this.) Long story short - there is a push toward "on line textbooks/ on line learning." Essentially, no textbooks will be purchased until technology-based options are explored thoroughly. To be honest, I think an actual text book is important. However, I am a "book person."
My questions -
*Does anyone one have recommendations in regard to online options for biology texts that are good?
*Any information in regard to the practicality, success, pros/cons of "on line learning" for Biology? Studies? Does it work? Is a "book" necessary for biology?
*Can an online biology text actually work - my opinion is that using a text is not like reading a novel on a Kindle. Personally, I would hate it - but, is it better/ok for my students?
I have my preference - having an actual text book. However, I am open to exploring this option and would like to find some concrete information, experiences or recommendations (pro or con) that I can look into further.
Thanks for any input.
Kevin