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PLEASE NOTE:
This product is a set of 3 books (published as 2 physical books).
- Textbook
- Learning Portfolio
- Investigative Log
NOTE: the Learning Portfolio and Investigative Log books are combined into 1 physical book and are referred to as the ‘Workbook’
Evolution is a clear, structured and exam-focused package that ticks all the boxes for the new LC Biology specification!
- Clear, structured and exam-focused package that ticks all the boxes for the new specification
- All Learning Outcomes clearly unpacked
- Inquiry-led approach develops scientific research and laboratory skills
- Step-by-step support for the Biology in Practice Investigation
All your needs covered for the new Leaving Certificate Biology specification!
- Every chapter is deconstructed into a series of ready-made lessons, clearly mapped to the new Learning Outcomes.
- Thematic structure links learning from across different strands.
- Keywords listed and audio of definitions aid pronunciation of tricky subject vocabulary.
- Focus on panels provide further depth of knowledge where needed to meet the Learning Outcome.
- Case studies link to the cross-cutting themes of Health, Sustainability and Technology and showcase real-life applications of Biology.
- Specified Investigations presented step-by-step with visuals and accompanying videos.
- End of Chapter Assessment follows Bloom’s Taxonomy.
- Detailed guidance on the Biology in Practice Investigation, worth 40% of students’ final grade.
- New Senior Cycle Key Competencies clearly identified throughout.
Clear and Well-Structured
- Higher Level only content clearly indicated
- Eye-openers at the start of each chapter engage students and get them thinking
- Research tasks and Think, Pair, Share encourage student-led inquiry and discussion
- Diagrams are clear and easy to reproduce
- Chapter summaries aid quick revision
- Comprehensive glossary and index for ease of reference
FREE Learning Portfolio and Investigative Log (2-in-1 workbook)
All homework and assessment needs covered!
Learning Portfolio
- Learning Checks provide an effective method to set engaging homework and assess students formatively
- Great variety of activities including diagram labelling, data analysis and scientific articles and much more
- Exam questions from the new SEC sample exam papers
Investigative Log
- Templates to record laboratory notes on each specified investigation
- Questions on the experiments to reinforce learning
- Space to log ideas, research and experimentation for the Biology in Practice Investigation
PUBLISHER: Gill Education
ISBN:Â 9780717185436
School Level: Secondary
Class: Leaving Certificate
Subject: Biology
Publication Date:Â 2025
Author(s):Â Humphrey Jones and Yvonne Higgins-Vallely















