Our Resources Google Drive for 2023-2024
This section contains invaluable resources used in preparation of the USABO Open, Semifinal, and Final
Exams.
The two covers shown below are different editions of the USABO Bible, Campbell Biology.
The miscellaneous links are other resources that may also assist you in preparation. Keep in mind that
some
of the other textbooks are intended to be used after you have completed Campbell (which is no minor feat!).
Campbell Biology 11th ed.
Bozeman Biology - Contains lots a useful videos for both regular and
AP biology with many examples and
diagrams. Mr. Anderson explains the new AP Biology curriculum very well. He also has a YouTube channel.
tjBCMNetwork - A website dedicated to helping students succeed in
Biology 1, Chemistry 1, AP Biology, and AP
Chemistry. It contains helpful lectures and practice problems written by past officers.
Biology Textbooks Study Guides - Student-created study
guides for each chapter for both AP Bio and Freshman Bio
textbooks. Note: Not perfectly accurate but condensing chapters in personal study guides as you go along like
this person did is a good idea.
Biology Videos Channel - Visual simulations
and real world examples; 62 videos.
Freeman Biology Tutorials - Very basic
animations, best used as a preview before approaching a topic.
Kimball's Biology Resources - Summaries of
concepts separated by alphabet/topic. Specificity-oriented,
recommended use for reference only.
DNA Learning Center - The resources tab consists of several animations
helpful for students beginning to
learn about the mechanisms of DNA.
Botany - Mauseth 4th edition - Very wide range of
material suited for many levels of learners. Includes
exercises, flashcards, and crosswords.
Human Anatomy- McKinley O'Loughlin -
Helpful only for a variety of quizzes. Chapters don't have titles.
Endocrine Web - Site organized very well into glands. Disorders are
helpful to skim for USABO open and
semifinal exams, as several endocrine disorders have previously appeared on various tests.
Interactive Biology - Brief texts on key concepts, as well as
very visual videos ranging from 5 to 15 minutes
long.
Genetics and Evolution - A document with
more links recommended for learning Genetics and Evolution. Note that
some of these overlap with the links posted above. Also, note that not all of these are very helpful.
Past IBOs - Past IBO results and tests. Tests will
also be later posted under Practice.
General Biology Videos on YouTube:
YouTube lectures are generally very informative. The MIT ones are especially recommended.
Our Resources Google Drive for 2023-2024