Exploring Creation with Advanced Biology: Human Body
Exploring Creation with Advanced Biology: Human Body
Description
Exploring Creation with Advanced Biology: The Human Body
from Apologia is a college-preparatory anatomy and physiology course designed
for high school students. Newly revised and co-authored by Marilyn Shannon and
Rachael Yunis, this rigorous course continues Apologia’s tradition of
exceptional, faith-based science curriculum.
When combined with Exploring Creation with Biology, this
course provides the equivalent of one full year of college biology and
thoroughly prepares students for AP or CLEP exams.
Key Curriculum Features:
16
modules covering histology, integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous,
endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, digestive, respiratory, urinary, and
reproductive systems
Strong
biblical worldview with “Heart of the Matter” and “Think About This”
sections that connect content to Scripture (NIV/NLT)
Three
types of labs: microscopic, dissection, and household experiments
“On
Your Own” questions, Study Guides, and module tests for assessment
Suggested
2-week per module schedule (approximately 32 weeks total) with built-in
flexibility
Program Components:
Student
Textbook: Softcover text with detailed explanations, illustrations,
and lab activities
Solutions
and Tests Book (required): Contains answers to Study Guides, module
tests, and test solutions
Student
Notebook (optional): Consumable notebook for notes, lab reports, and
study questions
Lab
Kit (optional): Available from Nature’s Workshop for convenient
lab preparation
Important Notes:
Prerequisites:
One year of high school Biology and one year of high school Chemistry.
Recommended
supplemental resource: An anatomy coloring book of the student’s choice.
The
2nd edition features updated formatting, improved graphics, expanded
explanations, and online web support materials.
Fetal
pig dissection is included; additional dissection guides are recommended
for more detailed instruction.
Exploring Creation with Advanced Biology stands out
for its depth, clarity, and college-preparatory rigor while maintaining a
strong Christian worldview. It is an excellent choice for homeschool students
seeking a thorough, God-honoring study of the human body that prepares them for
college success.
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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
