Each unit opens with a checklist of learning objectives and a concept map which includes the key themes and topics covered
- key terms are defined in the text with margin call outs to show where they appear. There is also an index at the back
- in text questions (ITQs) appear in the margins to help check and consolidate knowledge
- Practical activities are included throughout to provide hands on practice outside, in the classroom or online
- Local case studies have been sourced from across the Caribbean including contributions by the Caribbean Agricultural Research and Development Institute and Local industry persons, providing relevant up-to-date examples of Agricultural science in the real world
- Revision maps at the end of Each unit summarise and link content together in a student-friendly way
- Exam style multiple-choice questions and essay questions help students prepare for assessment and are useful homework tasks
- the introduction to the SBA and model sample project at the back of the book shows students how their work should be approached. Detailed guidance to potential projects is provided for teachers online at www.macmillan-caribbean.com