Biology notes

The A+ Biology VCE Study Notes Units 3 & 4 is written by expert Victorian teachers to be your easy to use, relatable and trustworthy study companion with complete sequential coverage of the essential examinable subject matter. ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Stacey Martin began her teaching career with CSIRO Education after developing a love for teaching while working as a naturalist on The Great Barrier Reef. On completing her teaching qualification, she moved to the Scottish Highlands and taught A-Level Biology at Gordonstoun School for five years. Since moving back to Melbourne, Stacey has taught at Haileybury College, taking part in International Educational trips including visiting the Manatees in Florida, USA. She until 2021 she taught VCE Biology at Korowa Anglican Girls School and is a current VCAA assessor for Biology.

Carissa Kelly graduated from RMIT with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Medical Laboratory Science. She spent 12 years in pathology in a range of departments including microbiology, biochemistry and veterinary medicine. Additionally, she was the research and development scientist in the molecular biology department and developed new diagnostic tests for human and animal disease using the latest molecular biology techniques. Since completing a Master of Teaching, Carissa has been teaching VCE Science at St Paul’s Anglican Grammar School. In 2018, she led a student group to Indonesia where they learnt about the challenges facing the local environment and planted trees in the rainforest to help combat deforestation. She is currently the Head of Science at St Paul’s Anglican Grammar and a former VCAA assessor.

FEATURES

• Hints and margin notes to explain difficult concepts
• Key terms and definitions
• Scaffolded revision checklist
• Icons to highlight potential stumbling blocks and difficulty level
• Answers, including annotated explanations, worked solutions and marking guides
• Visual presentation of key concepts to support recall