The Teaching of Astronomy: IAU Colloquium 105 (I A U COLLOQUIUM//PROCEEDINGS)

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A book that has been read but is in good condition. Very minimal damage to the cover including scuff marks, but no holes or tears. The dust jacket for hard covers may not be included. Binding has minimal wear. The majority of pages are undamaged with minimal creasing or tearing, minimal pencil underlining of text, no highlighting of text, no writing in margins. No missing pages. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
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“Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ...
Binding
Hardcover
Book Title
The Teaching of Astronomy
Weight
2 lbs
Product Group
Book
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No
ISBN
9780521353311
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Product Identifiers

Publisher
Cambridge University Press
ISBN-10
0521353319
ISBN-13
9780521353311
eBay Product ID (ePID)
2039326

Product Key Features

Number of Pages
436 Pages
Publication Name
Teaching of Astronomy : Proceedings of the 105th Colloquium of the International Astronomical Union
Language
English
Publication Year
1990
Subject
Astronomy
Type
Textbook
Author
John R. Percy
Subject Area
Science
Format
Hardcover

Dimensions

Item Height
1 in
Item Weight
33.2 Oz
Item Length
10 in
Item Width
6.9 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Scholarly & Professional
LCCN
90-184907
Dewey Edition
20
TitleLeading
The
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
520/.71/1
Table Of Content
Preface; Prologue; 1. Curriculum; 2. Astronomy and culture; 3. The teaching process; 4. Students' projects; 5. Computers; 6. Textbooks; 7. Teaching aids and resources; 8. Conceptions/misconceptions; 9. High-school courses; 10. Teacher training; 11. Popularization; 12. Planetariums; 13. Developing countries; Author index; Subject index.
Synopsis
This book stems from the proceedings of the International Astronomical Union Colloquium 105. Every facet of the teaching of astronomy is explored by the contributors. Courses, training and teaching techniques form a large sector of the book. Practical information on computers, textbooks and astronomical equipment is given, linking in with chapters on student projects and teaching techniques. The philosophical aspects and the history of astronomy are described in a chapter entitled astronomy and culture. Popularisation of astronomy is discussed including the role of planetariums and the contribution of amateur astronomers. This comprehensive and well illustrated book offers a unique overview of international teaching technology and expertise that will serve as a lasting guide to astronomers involved in education., This comprehensive and well illustrated book offers a unique overview of international teaching technology and expertise that will serve as a lasting guide to astronomers involved in education.
LC Classification Number
QB61 .I562 1988

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