Sparked by the latest developments in astronomy education research, Investigating Astronomy focuses on conceptual understanding, visual literacy, and inquiry-based learning. Tim Slater and Roger Freedman’s concise text explores core topics to show how astronomers study and decipher the universe’s underlying processes, helping students approach the subject from a professional scientist’s perspective.
The new edition features the latest discoveries, new pedagogy and art, and an expanded media/supplements package centered on W.H. Freeman’s breakthrough online course space, LaunchPad.
Language
English
Pages
393
Format
Paperback
Release
April 01, 2011
ISBN 13
9781429210638
Investigating Astronomy: A Conceptual View of the Universe
Sparked by the latest developments in astronomy education research, Investigating Astronomy focuses on conceptual understanding, visual literacy, and inquiry-based learning. Tim Slater and Roger Freedman’s concise text explores core topics to show how astronomers study and decipher the universe’s underlying processes, helping students approach the subject from a professional scientist’s perspective.
The new edition features the latest discoveries, new pedagogy and art, and an expanded media/supplements package centered on W.H. Freeman’s breakthrough online course space, LaunchPad.