Biology, 11th Edition by Peter H. Raven, Kenneth Mason, Jonathan Losos, and Susan Singer. Published by McGraw Hill, this comprehensive textbook, with ISBN-10 1259188132 and ISBN-13 978-1259188138, was released on January 11, 2016. This edition continues the esteemed legacy of Raven & Johnson’s Biology, dedicating itself to enhancing the student learning experience. The author team, comprised of experienced educators and researchers including lead author Kenneth Mason (University of Iowa), evolutionary biologist Jonathan Losos (Harvard University), and science education policy expert Susan Singer (Carleton College), has meticulously refined the text. They maintain the hallmark clear, accessible, and engaging writing style while reinforcing a solid pedagogical framework. This framework prominently features the unifying principles of evolution and the critical importance of scientific inquiry, making it an ideal resource for biology majors. The text skillfully integrates the profound insights of cellular and molecular biology, alongside genomics, to present a student-friendly and thoroughly current exploration of the biological sciences. The integrated pedagogical features are designed to actively expand and enrich the student’s learning journey.
