Using a planets-first approach, The Universe Revealed explores the general process of discovery and understanding in science using astronomy as a model in The Universe Revealed. It will appeal to instructors who want their students to understand the concepts and processes of astronomy. Each chapter opens with pre-reading questions relating the themes specifically to the chapter material. The story is revisited throughout the chapter to reinforce learning and humanize the science. All mathematical concepts are described in words in the text.
More advanced math is on the website.
End of chapter material focuses on conceptual understanding and problem solving. How Do We Know questions and answers, Questions, and Projects. Fewer, larger photos and art figures both teach and inspire students. Authors are both extremely well known researchers - this book will be current, accurate, and authoritative. Table of Contents Preface.