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Science Appreciation: Introduction to Science Literacy
written by
John White and Michael Dennin
This textbook is written to introduce physics and science concepts to students in non-technical majors. Science literacy is stressed through emphasis on the scientific method, language, philosophy, and fundamental issues. Societal issues are also addressed. Mathematical rigor and problem solving are not stressed.
Pages 238
1 primary supplement is available
Introduction and Table of ContentsThis textbook is written to introduce physics and science concepts to students in non-technical … download 61kb .pdf Published: January 1, 2008 Rights: © John White and Michael Dennin. Materials are free for download and non-commercial use. Materials can not be modified without the consent of the author. Instructors may charge for the costs of photocopying materials for students. previous versions
9 supplemental documents are available
Chapter 1: Introduction to Science LiteracyThis chapter introduces the methods, philosophy, and history of science. It also covers the requirements that science be as precise as possible in its use of numbers and language. download 820kb .pdf Published: January 1, 2008 Rights: © John White and Michael Dennin. Materials are free for download and non-commercial use. Materials can not be modified without the consent of the author. previous versions
Chapter 2: Numbers and Physical RealityThis chapter covers the concepts of using numbers to describe physical measurements and theories. The concepts of accuracy, precision, and uncertainty are covered. The use of equations and graphs to study physical reality is described, along with the properties of common functions. download 2791kb .pdf Published: January 1, 2008 Rights: © John White and Michael Dennin. Materials are free for download and non-commercial use. Materials can not be modified without the consent of the author. previous versions
Chapter 3: The Nature of ScienceThis chapter describes in some depth the methods, history, and culture of science. Some emphasis is placed on the social and community aspects of scientific advancement. Contrasts are drawn with non-science disciplines and pseudo-science. download 7422kb .pdf Published: January 1, 2008 Rights: © John White and Michael Dennin. Materials are free for download and non-commercial use. Materials can not be modified without the consent of the author. previous versions
Chapter 4: Classical MechanicsThis chapter covers the results of classical mechanics. Topics include pre-Newtonian physics, Newton's laws, Energy, Momentum, and Rotational Motion. This chapter also outlines the impact the study of mechanics has had on both science and society. download 4397kb .pdf Published: January 1, 2008 Rights: © John White and Michael Dennin. Materials are free for download and non-commercial use. Materials can not be modified without the consent of the author. previous versions
Chapter 5: Natural Science OverviewThis chapter covers a range of topics in physics, chemistry, biology, and earth sciences. Topics include theory of atoms, electricity and magnetism, thermal physics, quantum mechanics, relativity, nuclear physics, and biological systems. Connections between the topics and sciences are highlighted. download 4006kb .pdf Published: January 1, 2008 Rights: © John White and Michael Dennin. Materials are free for download and non-commercial use. Materials can not be modified without the consent of the author. previous versions
Chapter 6: Science, Technology, and SocietyThis chapter addresses a wide range of issues of the relationships between science and society. The connections between science and religion and the humanities, both historical and current, is covered. The costs and benefits of science for society are explored … download 2285kb .pdf Published: January 1, 2008 Rights: © John White and Michael Dennin. Materials are free for download and non-commercial use. Materials can not be modified without the consent of the author. previous versions
Chapter 7: Conversational MathematicsThis chapters gives a few more details about the language of mathematics. The goal is to help the student read and understand the basic content of the equations used to describe science. download 381kb .pdf Published: January 1, 2008 Rights: © John White and Michael Dennin. Materials are free for download and non-commercial use. Materials can not be modified without the consent of the author.
Chapter 8: Physical Science RevisitedThis chapter looks again the the physical concepts studied previously and refines the view of these topics. The models will be made more precise and new questions will be considered. This will provide a more realistic view of science and engineering as activities that are always evolving. download 149kb .pdf Published: January 1, 2008 Rights: © John White and Michael Dennin. Materials are free for download and non-commercial use. Materials can not be modified without the consent of the author.
Appendix: Answers to Selected QuestionsThe Appendix contains answers and explanations of questions selected from the chapters. download 117kb .pdf Published: January 1, 2008 Rights: © John White and Michael Dennin. Materials are free for download and non-commercial use. Materials can not be modified without the consent of the author. previous versions
A different approach to physics
Author: Bruce, ComPADRE Dir This text provides an interesting approach to introducing non-science students to the philosophy and nature of science. Although the level of math is quite basic, the solutions of physical problems are used to give students concrete examples of the issues being discussed. The final chapter connecting science with technological applications, and the resultant economic issues, may help students realize the importance of science literacy.
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