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100			_aGreenstein, George _9940577
245		0	_aUnderstanding the universe: an inquiry approach to astronomy and the nature of scientific research
260			_aNew York, _bCUP: _c2013.
300			_axiv, 650p. _b: ill.
500			_aAppendix I-VII 597-612p.; Glossary 613-629p.; Index 635-650p.
520			_aA student-active introduction to astronomy, emphasizing inquiry learning so students will clearly understand our universe and the scientific method. Within-text and end-of-chapter questions check understanding of concepts and require the student to think critically through astronomy-based problems. ‘Nature of Science' and 'Detectives on the Case' sections in each chapter encourage students to take on the role of a scientist and so develop an understanding of how scientific progress is made, leading students through a chain of arguments of forming and testing hypotheses, in the context of specific astronomical topics. By focusing on key topics, the student is able to develop a deeper understanding of the core areas of astronomy. Math is used to make intuitive points and kept simple by using a two-track system to first describe the logic of the calculation followed by a more detailed example. Simple illustrations support the text and step students
650			_aCensus of stars _9940578
650			_a Galaxies _9940579
650			_a Inner solar system _9940580
650			_aOrigins of astronomy _9940581
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