Re: Introductory Physics book

[Marc Kossover <marck9@IDT.NET>]

Howdy-


On Fri, 8 Sep 2000, NEIL D ADAMS wrote:

> Phys_l'ers,
> I'd need a good introductory physics text.  It is to be used for a non-
> science major course to be taught over the internet.  The math
> prerequisite is introductory algebra, i.e. high school level.  I'd like
> to find a book with a supporting web site for the student's use.  Any
> suggestions?  Thanks,

Consider using the text put together by Glenbrook South High School
(Glenbrook is a suburb of Chicago).

<http://www.glenbrook.k12.il.us/gbssci/phys/Class/BBoard.html>

I am impressed by the site, which is as detailed as any textbook, but also
includes animations and applets that make the topics much more interesting
and easier to understand.

I give the address to all my students, and they find it tremednously
helpful. If I thought that I could get away with it, I'd toss my current
text and use this one exclusively. Hmm... I wonder it they would like to
make a CD of the site that I could sell to my students?


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Marc Kossover
marck9@mail.idt.net