DIGITAL UPDATE available for Fall 2021 classes For courses in introductory astronomy. This ISBN is for the Modified Mastering access card. Pearson eText is included. Connects introductory astronomy to a broad understanding of the universe With Astronomy Today, authors Eric Chaisson and Steve McMillan communicate their excitement about astronomy, combining up-to-date science with insightful pedagogy. The text emphasizes visualization and focuses on the process of scientific discovery in order to teach ...
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DIGITAL UPDATE available for Fall 2021 classes For courses in introductory astronomy. This ISBN is for the Modified Mastering access card. Pearson eText is included. Connects introductory astronomy to a broad understanding of the universe With Astronomy Today, authors Eric Chaisson and Steve McMillan communicate their excitement about astronomy, combining up-to-date science with insightful pedagogy. The text emphasizes visualization and focuses on the process of scientific discovery in order to teach students "how we know what we know." The 9th Edition reflects current research and discoveries in the field of astronomy including the Horizon mission on Pluto, the Mars Maven mission on Mars, and the discovery of a potentially habitable planet around Proxima Centauri. Updated Big Pictures and Big Questions help students connect the content of each chapter with a broader understanding of the universe while sparking interest in current research. Mastering Astronomy resources give students access to wealth of digital tools that allow them to interact with astronomy outside of the classroom. Reach every student with Mastering Astronomy with Pearson eText Mastering (R) empowers you to personalize learning and reach every student. This flexible digital platform combines trusted content with customizable features so you can teach your course your way. And with digital tools and assessments, students become active participants in their learning, leading to better results. Learn more about Mastering Astronomy. Pearson eText i s an easy-to-use digital textbook available within Mastering that lets students read, highlight, take notes, and review key vocabulary all in one place. If you're not using Mastering, students can purchase Pearson eText on their own or you can assign it as a course to schedule readings, view student usage analytics, and share your own notes with students. Learn more about Pearson eText.
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