1. Christopher J. Paradise Davidson College
ICB Webinar Series | Teaching students to think like scientists
A tour of ICB
Christopher J. Paradise
Davidson College
Integrating Concepts in Biology Webinar Series for Biology Faculty

2. ICB is a comprehensive introductory biology course for science majors
Integrating Concepts in Biology
ICB is a comprehensive introductory biology course for science majors
More than just an ebook, ICB is a transformative digital textbook that provides a turn-key solution for implementing this modern approach.
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3. Integrating Concepts in Biology
Outline for Talk
How ICB content is different from more traditional textbooks.
How to implement evidence-based pedagogy for construction of knowledge that maximizes student learning and retention.
How to navigate the ICB textbook.
How to customize ICB with your own activities and supplementary text.
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4. Five by Five Matrix of Biology
Integrating Concepts in Biology
Five by Five Matrix of Biology
Molecular
Ecological System
Population
Organismal
Cellular
information
evolution
cells
homeostasis
BIOLOGY
emergent
properties
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5. Integrating Concepts in Biology
V&C Core Competencies
Apply the process of science
Use quantitative reasoning
Use modeling and simulations
Integrate different disciplines
Communicate & collaborate
Connect science & society
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6. Integrating Concepts in Biology
Trubooks platform
All videos, interactive learning, and course management tools are built into your textbook.
At any time, you can customize and add your own content.
Designed for minimal prep and easy teaching, so you can focus on what you love to do.
Anywhere, anytime, on or offline.
Accessible for your students with a price point they appreciate.
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7. Christopher J. Paradise Davidson College
Q&A
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