This book intends to cater to the principal needs of all the students preparing for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET) at the Undergraduate Level in the Biology Domain. This book features a brief coherent introduction of all the topics, supported by various exercises plus multiple-choice questions (MCQs) to prepare for the examination. The Present Publication is the Latest 2022 Edition, authored by Kapil Gurbaxani, with the following noteworthy features: • [As per the Latest Syllabus] released by the National Testing Agency (NTA) • [Chapter-wise/Topic-wise MCQs] with hints and answers • [Chapter-wise ‘Mind Maps/Quick Review’] for complete revision of concepts • [Theory Supported by Diagrams] for conceptual clarity • [Official Mock Test Pattern] • [Flow Charts, Tables and Diagrams] are provided for conceptual clarity The structure of the book is as follows: • Chapter 1 provides an in-depth understanding of the various modes of asexual and sexual reproduction in organisms • Chapter 2 provides a diagrammatic explanation of the sexual reproduction in angiosperms • Chapter 3 and 4 covers all the aspects of human reproduction and how different methods of birth control operates along with ways to solve the problem of infertility, respectively • Chapters 5 and 6 provide a complete conceptual understanding of genetics at the macro and molecular levels with a large number of MCQs • Chapter 7 helps to understand how life evolved on earth, the theories surrounding it and how present-day humans evolved • Chapter 8 is very relevant in the present time as it gives an idea about the various diseases and how our body’s immune system operates • Chapters 9 and 10 are of particular interest and importance for human benefits; It explains the following: o How humans have improved the varieties of crops and breeds of animals o Utilization of micro-organisms for commercial and ecological benefits • Chapters 11 and 12 caters to the real advancements in the field of biotechnology and its applications, which have transformed human understanding of the role that biology has in every aspect of life • Chapter 13 acknowledges the way an organism deals with its environment and what majestic interactions it has with other species. • Chapter 14 covers concepts of ecology and various functions performed by it, along with how recycling of various minerals occurs • Chapter 15 helps to understand the importance of biodiversity and what are various ways to conserve it • Chapter 16 holds unique importance as it shows the various pollution problems society grapples with and what unique solutions citizens have innovated to overcome them

Active blended learning (ABL) is a pedagogical approach that combines sensemaking activities with focused interactions in appropriate learning settings. ABL has become a great learning tool as it is easily accessible online, with digitally rich environments, close peer and tutor interactions, and accommodations per individual learner needs. It encompasses a variety of concepts, methods, and techniques, such as collaborative learning, experiential learning, problem-based learning, team-based learning, and flipped classrooms. ABL is a tool used by educators to develop learner autonomy, engaging students in knowledge construction, reflection, and critique. In the current educational climate, there is a strong case for the implementation of ABL. Cases on Active Blended Learning in Higher Education explores strategies and methods to implement ABL in higher education. It will provide insights into teaching practice by describing the experiences and reflections of academics from around the world. The chapters analyze enablers, barriers to engagement, outcomes, implications, and recommendations to benefit from ABL in different contexts, as well as associated concepts and models. While highlighting topics such as personalized university courses, remote service learning, team-based learning, and universal design, this book is ideal for in-service and preservice teachers, administrators, instructional designers, teacher educators, practitioners, researchers, academicians, and students interested in pedagogical approaches aligned to ABL and how this works in higher education institutions.

This volume surveys the new global landscape for democratic civic education. Rooted in qualitative researc, the contributors explore the many ways that notions of democracy and citizenship have been implemented in recent education policy, curriculum, and classroom practice around the world. From Indonesia to the Spokane Reservation and El Salvador to Estonia, these chapters reveal a striking diversity of approaches to political socialization in varying cultural and institutional contexts. By bringing to bear the methodological, conceptual and theoretical perspectives of qualitative research, this book adds important new voices to one of educationOs most critical debates: how to form democratic citizens in a changing world.

This volume is centred around the theme of veiling in Islam and provides multifarious aspects of the discussion regarding veiling of Muslim women, especially in the West. The issue of veiling has been intensively debated in Western society and has implications for religious liberty, inter-communal relationships and cultural interaction. Islam and the Veil seeks to generate open and objective discussion of this highly important, though controversial, subject, with contributions from distinguished scholars and academics, including female practitioners of Islam. This subject has inflamed passions and generated heated debate in the media in recent years, particularly in the West. This book aims to look at the historical background, theological and social factors underlying the veiling of women in Islam. Such discussion will provide the reader with a well-balanced and unbiased analysis of this important aspect of Islamic practice.

Moral and citizenship education are again at the forefront of educational attention with the recent governmental announcements about revisions to the National Curriculum frameworks to 2000 and beyond. This book addresses some of the central issues in moral and citizenship education facing teachers today, embedding practical considerations in a theoretical context and reviewing teaching, learning and assessment strategies. It draws extensively on research but is written in a clear, accessible style. Citizenship and Moral Education examines the key concepts and provides an up-to-date overview of policy, particularly addressing: theoretical issues, aims and approaches in relation to moral and citizenship education in a pluralist society the contributions of the curriculum, extra-curricular activities and the school ethos to citizenship and moral education in school teaching strategies, materials, pupil assessment and school evaluation. The book also focuses on key professional and personal issues for teachers in undertaking moral citizenship education.