Key questions to stimulate thought on the main issues for each sub-topic, case studies from around the world, providing examples for refrence, activities and geographical skills exercise to practise techiques, dicsussion ponts and research ideas to explore the topics further.
Full coverage of the syllabus with engaging introductions to each topic and clear summaries at the end of every chapter. Written in accessible language with the international learner in mind. Activities to help students develop practical and investigative skills.
Helps students relate to scientific concepts, engages students through visuals, communicaties big ideas in Science, encourages critical thinking.
Carefully selected experiments facilitate the hands-on learning that reinforces understanding of fundamental Physics concepts. Questions help students relate theory to practice, promoting doing with understanding. Datalogger experiments familiarise students with the use of technology in research.
Captivating chapter openers with attractive photos and thought-provoking question spark off the inquiry process. Concepts presented within authentic contexts make Physics relevant, useful and interesting. Step-wise presentations with infographics and flow charts break down diffcult concepts into easy-to-understand bites.
Both readable and scholarly... A fine introduction to the topic.' -J. David Bolter, author of Turing's Man.