SACE Board support materials

Codes
T1 – Highly recommended for teachers
T2 – Very useful supplement as text/resource for teachers
S1 – Highly recommended for students
S2 – Very useful supplement as text/resource for students

Printed Material
(Books, Journals, Magazines and Other Written Media)

Comment

Allan, R & Greenwood, T (updated annually), Year 12 Biology: Student Resource & Activity Manual, Biozone International Ltd.

S1 - A student centred resource, written for students in all Australian biology courses. Page references for the SACE Stage 2 Themes are provided. Interesting material.

Aubusson, P & Kennedy, E 2000, Biology in Context, The Spectrum of Life, Oxford University Press.

T2 - Comprehensive, sophisticated text book suitable as a teacher resource. Written for requirements in NSW.

Campbell, N, and Reece, J, Biology, 7th edn, 2004, Benjamin/Cummins.

T1 - Comprehensive, sophisticated text book very useful as a teacher resource, as well as a text for more capable students. Well suited to the current course. From the USA.

Campbell, N, Mitchell, L & Reece, J 2000, Biology Concepts and Connections , 3rd edn, Benjamin/Cummings.

T2,S2 - A less comprehensive text book, probably more accessible to Stage 2 students as a resource book.

Crierie, A & Greig, D 1999, Biology Key Ideas, Adelaide Tuition Centre.

S1 - Text book specifically written for the Stage 2 Curriculum statement. Addresses all required aspects and is organised in accordance with the four Themes. All Key Ideas and Student Outcomes are covered and are clearly indicated to the reader.

Cunnigham, F , geneISSUES: medical Miracles, Ethical Dilemmas , CD-ROM, geneCRC, Australia

T2 -A great resource for information on human genetics and applications to medicine. The CD-ROM has many printable features including fact sheets, student notes and student worksheets, as well as on screen applications like quizzes and videos. Excellent graphics and diagrams make the information easy for students to follow and navigate through the CD. Contains a comprehensive list of additional resources, including weblinks. The information provided has ideas for issues in genetics including cloning, new therapies and ethics.

Evans, B, Ladiges, P, McKenzie, J, Batterham, P & Sanders, Y 2005, Biology One and Biology Two, 4th ed, Heinemann.

T2 - Written to support the VCE Biology courses. Contains useful material, especially Australian examples.

Fullick, A 2000, Heinemann Advanced Science: Biology , Heinemann.

S2 - Written for advanced level biology courses in the UK. Has some useful material.

Huxley, L & Walter, M 1998, Biology: An Australian Perspective , Oxford University Press.

T2 - Written to support the Queensland course. Contains useful material, especially Australian examples.

LeCornu, B & Diercks, T 2005, Biology Levels of Life, 2nd edBriton Books.

S1 - Text book specifically written for the Stage 2 Curriculum statement. Addresses all required aspects and is organised into topics which less capable students find easier. All Key Ideas and Student Outcomes are covered and clearly indicated to the reader.

Mader, S 2000, Biology, 7th edn, McGraw-Hill.

T2 - Large, comprehensive text book.

McLaughlin, L & Hitchings, S 2003, Biology Options Genetics: the code broken? , McGraw-Hill Australia

S2/T2 - Written for one of the Options for the NSW course

Mudie, M, & Brotherton, J 2000, Heinemann Biology , Heinemann.

S2 Written to support the NSW Biology courses. Contains some relevant material, especially Australian examples.

Spenceley, M, Weller, B, Mason, M, Fullerton, K, Tsilemanis, C, Evans, B, Ladiges, P, McKenzie, J & Batterham, P 2004, Biology A contextual Approach, Heinemann Harcourt Education.

T2 - Written for Stage 1 and 2 students in Queensland. There is an accompanying Student Activity Pack (a manual and an interactive student CD eBiology), and a Teacher's Resource and Assessment Disk).

Tobin, A J & Dushech, J 2000, Asking About Life , 2nd edn, Saunders College Publishing (Harcourt Brace College Publishers).

T1,S2 - Well presented text book. Written in the USA, it is comprehensive in theory, and easy to read.

Wallace R. A., Sanders. G. P., and Ferl R J., Biology, 4th edn. Harper Collins, 1996.

T2 - Comprehensive text book from the USA. Clear illustrations.

Practical Manuals

Crierie, A & Greig, D (updated annually), Key Ideas in Biology Practical Manual, STAR Publications.

S1 - Written for Stage 2 SACE Biology, this book addresses all of the requirements in appropriate practicals.

Sansom, P, Sanders, Y & Pears, F 1999, Biology One: Activity Manual, Heinemann.

T2 - Useful experiments from which teachers can select.

Sansom, P, Sanders, Y & Pears, F 1999, Biology Two: Activity Manual, Heinemann.

T2 - Useful experiments from which teachers can select.

Mudie, K & Brotherton, J 2000, Core Biology Activity Manual, Heinemann Educational.

T2 - Useful experiments and activities from which teachers can select. Has dedicated website.

Student Workbooks

Crierie, A & Greig, D 1999, Biology Essentials Revision Workbook, Adelaide Tuition Centre.

S1 - Written for Stage 2 SACE Biology, this book addresses all of the requirements, and provides very useful questions and answers for students, as well as other relevant information.

LeCornu, B & Diercks, T 2002, Biology Levels of Life Student Workbook, Briton Books.

S1 - Written for Stage 2 SACE Biology, this book addresses all of the requirements, and provides very useful questions and answers for students, as well as other relevant information.

Revision Guides

Biology Revision Guide (updated annually).

SASTA (08)8224 08710

S1 - Excellent source of suitable test and examination questions (with answers), as well as very useful, relevant advice to students. Written specifically for this course.

Journals

Australasian Science www.control.com.au

S2 - Current information in all the sciences with an Australian focus.

Australian Science Teachers Association, Journal www.asta.edu.au

T2 - Considers theoretical aspects of teaching and learning, as well as providing ideas for use in the classroom.

Biological Sciences Review email: sales@philipallan.co.uk

T2,S2 - Written for the 6th Form Biology in UK.

Issues Magazine

S1/T1 Issues is produced by the publishers of Australasian Science. It has a variety of credible authors to discuss issues, some related to biology.

Monash Bioethics Review www.arts.monash.edu.au/bioethics

T2 - Academic consideration of ethical issues related to biology. Peer reviewed.

Nature online www.nature.com

S2,T1 - This site has selected current articles free for one month. a good way for teachers to be aware of topics of interest to researchers.

New Scientist www.newscientist.com

S1,T1 - Very useful and accessible source of current developments in all the sciences.

South Australian Science Teachers Association, Journal, SASTA

T2 - Considers theoretical aspects of teaching and learning, as well as providing ideas for use in the classroom.

Australian Life Scientist www.biotechnews.com

T2 - Reviews of current Australian research in biochemistry. Often with applications in medicine or agriculture.

Further Reading

Adams, D, & Carwadine, M 1991, Last Chance to See, Pan.

T1,S2 - a lively, satirical sensitisation to disappearing wildlife.

Flannery, T 1994, The Future Eaters , Reed New Holland.

T1,S2 Good background reading for ecology. Concerned with the effect of human beings on the environment.

Larson, G 1998, There's a Hair in my Dirt , Harper Collins

S2 - A sardonic look at human attitudes to the environment.

Lurquin, P., 2004 High Tech Harvest, Westview Press

T1, S2. A scientist explains use of biotechnology in agriculture and includes machinations of large biotech companies. Includes excellent chronology of genetic knowledge and applications.

Tiddy, J 2001, It's just not fair , ABC Books.

T2,S2 - Written by a South Australian about social justice. It has some cases (eg relating to breast feeding and reproduction) which may be of interest..

Audiovisual Materials - Films and videos, Multimedia (including CD-ROM)

The Meiosis Square Dance 1998, video recording,

Annetta, B.

S1 - In 10 minutes, a memorable illustration of meiosis. v

The Future Eaters 1990, video recording , ABC.

S2 - Very interesting consideration of the effect of humans on the Australian environment. Available from DETE Tape services. Phone 8241 5615

Biological Science: Evolutionary 1990, video recording, ABC.

S2 - Part of a series. Provides a good summary of major aspects of evolution. Available from DETE Tape services. Ph. 8377 0399

Cancer - Investigating Human Disease 1996, video recording , Learning Essentials.

S2 - Australian production with useful information from the molecular basis of cancer to its social impact.

Phone: (03) 9509 5466

Genetic Engineering: Exploring the Issues 1992, video recording , CSIRO.

S2 - Information about molecular biology.

Heinemann Biology Qbank 2001, CD-ROM, Heinemann.

T2 - Written for NSW examinations, this CD has about 700 questions, (some multiple choice), and some with diagrams and drawings. Worked solutions are given and questions can be edited.

Tape Services www.tapeservices.sa.edu.au

T1 - Produces off air VHS master copies of educationally relevant programs broadcast in Adelaide. These can be accessed by schools.

Websites

There are also many websites listed in the Contemporary issues and Science Resource List which could be useful for Stage 2 Biology teachers and students

Agrifood Awareness Australia Ltd

T2, S2, Matterial presented by agricultural interests with lists of new GMOs and sources of speakers.

Australian Academy of Science www.science.org.au/nova/

T1,S1 - Current Australian topics in Science and Mathematics.

Australian Institute of Health and Welfare www.aihw.gov.au

T2,S2 - Health and welfare statistics. Links to special interest subjects eg alcohol, cancer, cardiovascular health.

Australian Greenhouse Office www.greenhouse.gov.au/

T2,S2 Comprehensive source of information. Supported by Commonwealth Government.

Australia's Biodiversity www.amonline.net.au/biodiversity/

T2,S2 - The Australian Museum provides data relevant to the environment.

Biodidac biodidac.bio.uottawa.ca

T2,S2 - Bank of digital images, video and animations which can be used by teachers.

Biolink Australia-Biodiversity www.erin.gov.au/

T2,S2 - Deals with a number of issues important to the Australian environment. From the Department of the Environment.

Biotehcnology Australia www.biotechnology.gov.au

S1,T1 - Very useful material for considering social issues. Includes fact sheets which can be downloaded and links to all government departments involved in biotechnology.

Biozone www.biozone.com.au

T2,S2 - Useful web links.

The Cancer Council of South Australia

www.cancersa.org.au

S1,T1 - Easily accessible data, particularly statistics, related to cancer.

Cells Alive! www.cellsalive.com

T2,S2 - Useful and colourful animations of many aspects of cell biology.

CSIRO www.csiro.au

T2,S2 - Considers current issues. Helpful search capacity.

DNA fingerprinting www.dnalc.org/home.html

T2,S2 - Invites interactive exploration, and other information about DNA and associated techniques.

Human Genetics Department, University of Utah www.genetics.utah.edu