New Online Learning Center The new Physical Science 5e web site gives instructors the tools they need and provides study aids and enrichment for students. Instructors will have access to clip art, formulas, PowerPoint presentation of images, instructor's manual, and more. The web site will also include animations, chapter summaries and key terms, web links, scorable practice quizzes, crossword puzzles, flashcards and much more. "People Behind the Science" Biography Sections This is a very important feature to instructors who not only want to teach the science but also want students to see the people involved with the science. Icon for Key Topics Indicating Corresponding Animations on the CD-ROM This is a great pedagogical tool that can help to further simplify the implementation of the CD-ROM and ensure that students know when and how to appropriately use the CD-ROM to further their understanding! New Interactive CD-ROM This new CD-ROM contains guest essays, scorable practice quizzes, flashcards, over 90 animations, and images from the textbook. Other material from text include chapter overviews and outlines, end of chapter questions (which the student can answer online and submit to the professor for a grade), and much more. Extensive pedagogical system that has gained the attention of current users and reviewers! The system includes: - Introductory Overview and Brief Outline that helps students organize their thoughts.
- Brief summary which organizes the main concepts.
- Multiple Choice Questions with available answers for immediate correction or reinforcement.
- Thought Questions are great for discussion or short essay assignments.
- Two Sets of Problem Exercises aid in learning problem-solving skills.
- Summary of Equations are written both with words and symbols.
Updated Astronomy Coverage The science of astronomy is always changing with new discoveries and information. Tillery makes sure that the astronomy information is as current as possible. Customization is Available Customization has been a long-standing option that many instructors love. This option allows the instructors to literally choose which chapters they want to cover and have that bound into a unique, customized text. Accompanying Laboratory Manual! Great Lab Manual that continues the learning style from the text, offering continuity in your course with labs from the textbook author. |