Human Anatomy & Physiology Laboratory Manual, Cat Version (8th Edition) (Spiral-bound)

~ Elaine N. Marieb (Author)

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\ Elaine Marieb's clearly written and comprehensive lab manuals guide readers through well-planned and interesting lab activities, and feature illustrations and full-color photographs that help readers better understand the material. Designed to stand alone or for use with other materials, each manual offers hands-on experience with anatomical structures and physiological concepts to aid in mastery of the subject. This lab manual also includes detailed cat dissection exercises. The new PhysioEx\'aa Version 5.0 now includes Blood Analysis laboratory simulations and online worksheets with multiple-choice answers that can be instantly scored. The scientific method, metrics, the human body, the microscope, the cell, histology, the integumentary system and body membranes, plus coverage of the skeletal, muscular, nervous, endocrine, circulatory, respiratory, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems, development, heredity, surface anatomy, dissection exercises, PhysioEx\'aa Computer Simulations, PhysioEx\'aa Review Sheets, PhysioEx\'aa Histology Review Supplement, Histology Atlas, Human Anatomy Atlas, Review Sheets. For college instructors and students, or anyone interested in human anatomy & physiology.}

About the Author

For Elaine N. Marieb, taking the student's perspective into account has always been an integral part of her teaching style. Dr. Marieb began her teaching career at Springfield College, where she taught anatomy and physiology to physical education majors. She then joined the faculty of the Biological Science Division of Holyoke Community College after receiving her Ph.D. in zoology from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. While teaching at Holyoke Community College, where many of her students were pursuing nursing degrees, she developed a desire to better understand the relationship between the scientific study of the human body and the clinical aspects of the nursing practice. To that end, while continuing to teach full time, Dr. Marieb pursued her nursing education, which culminated in a Master of Science degree with a clinical specialization in gerontology from the University of Massachusetts. It is this experience, along with stories from the field--including those of former students, now in health careers--that has informed the development of the unique perspective and accessibility for which her texts and laboratory manuals are known. In her ongoing commitment to students and her realization of the challenges they face, Dr. Marieb has given generously to provide opportunities for students to further their education. She contributes to the New Directions, New Careers Program at Holyoke Community College by providing several full-tuition scholarships each year for women returning to college after a hiatus or who are attending college for the first time and would otherwise be unable to continue with their studies without financial support. She funds the E. N. Marieb Science Research Awards at Mount Holyoke College, which promotes research by undergraduate science majors, and generously contributed to the University of Massachusetts at Amherst where she provided funding for reconstruction and instrumentation of a cutting-edge cytology research laboratory that bears her name. In 1994, Dr. Marieb received the Benefactor Award from the National Council for Resource Development, American Association of Community Colleges, which recognizes her ongoing sponsorship of student scholarships, faculty teaching awards, and other academic contributions to Holyoke Community College. In May 2000, the science building at Holyoke Community College was named in her honor. Additionally, while actively engaged as an author, Dr. Marieb serves as a consultant for the Benjamin Cummings Interactive Physiology CD-ROM series, and is an active member of the Human Anatomy and Physiology Society (HAPS), the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), and Sigma Xi. Susan J. Mitchell earned her Ph.D. in physiology from the University of Michigan. She studied the cellular basis of behavior before joining the faculty at Onondaga Community College where she is currently a professor in the Department of Biological Sciences. Her research in neurophysiology and training in physiology positioned her to write the original Nervous, Endocrine, and Digestive System modules in the Interactive Physiology(R) 10-System Suite tutorial program. She has been honored with a NISOD Excellence Award for teaching, and been awarded several grants to develop technological resources for biology at OCC. Dr. Mitchell is a member of the American Physiological Society, National Association of Biology Teachers, National Science Teachers Association, and the Human Anatomy and Physiological Society (HAPS), where she is currently active on the Curriculum and Instruction Committee. --This text refers to an alternate Spiral-bound edition.

Product Details

• Spiral-bound: 960 pages
• Publisher: Benjamin Cummings; 8 edition (March 12, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0805355162
• ISBN-13: 978-0805355161
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.9 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.5 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #647,147 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars They can make it better for students, January 6, 2008

By	Z. O. "jovi_crush" (Pembroke Pines, FL USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Human Anatomy & Physiology Laboratory Manual eighth edition (Main Version) (Spiral-bound)

I liked this manual for quick reference during the class. But when it comes to doing homework, it should be better. At the end of each chapter there is a homework. Sometimes these drawings are labeled differently than the drawings in the chapters themselves. Also, sometimes it's hard to find the answers for the homework questions. I supplemented the info with the textbook from the same author, which would sometimes leave me in the same confusion, or I would use the internet, or the other workbook.
In overall is a decent instruction tool, but some people may find it very difficult. I got A's in both lab and lecture. But I worked hard.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars good detail, October 18, 2005

By	S. Young "miss jack" (ohio) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

this book has good detail and explainations to help you understand the A&P if your teacher isnt good. helps me out in college!

5.0 out of 5 stars Thorough, Practical, Understandable, August 7, 2009

By	Deborah Kay Lohnes (Worcester, MA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Human Anatomy & Physiology Laboratory Manual eighth edition (Main Version) (Spiral-bound)

This book has proven to be an excellent resource for me. I was planning on selling it after my course, but it's been so helpful that I've decided to keep it around. The language is understandable and the author has a keen way of relating it to her readers in pratical ways. Full of pictures & diagrams to help gain understanding, and each chapter has a "Closer Look" section that relates the topic to societal health and/or development. I recommend this book to anyone looking for a thorough, practical and easy-to-understand look inside A & P.