How can I find a copy of John McGehee's unpublished Physics text?

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The discussion revolves around the search for a copy of John McGehee's unpublished Physics text, which is suggested as a resource for self-studying for the Physics C E&M test. Participants explore potential avenues for locating this text, considering its unpublished status and the retirement of the author.

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  • Exploratory, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • Anthony expresses difficulty in finding John McGehee's unpublished text, which is recommended by his instructor for studying Physics C E&M.
  • Another participant provides links to a syllabus and information about McGehee, suggesting that these resources might help in locating the text or contacting the author.
  • Anthony notes that McGehee is likely retired and questions the availability of his contact information, based on his instructor's age and history with the workbook.
  • A suggestion is made to call the school for assistance in contacting McGehee, despite the uncertainty of success.

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Participants generally agree on the challenges of locating the unpublished text and the likelihood that McGehee is retired, but no consensus is reached on effective methods for obtaining the text or contacting the author.

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There is uncertainty regarding the availability of McGehee's contact information and the status of the unpublished text, as well as the limitations of relying on potentially outdated resources.

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My instructor told me that this unpublished text would aid me greatly in my self-studying for Physics C E&M test, however, since it's unpublished, I have no idea where to find one and my instructor doesn't find one. Any suggestions?

Thanks
Anthony
 
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cubejunkies said:
My instructor told me that this unpublished text would aid me greatly in my self-studying for Physics C E&M test, however, since it's unpublished, I have no idea where to find one and my instructor doesn't find one. Any suggestions?

Thanks
Anthony

A little googling turned up this:http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/public/repository/Physics_C_EM_Syllabus_4.pdf

And also this with some info about the teacher: http://search.collegeboard.com/servlet/counter?n=0&col=&qt=mcgehee&url=http%3A%2F%2Fapcentral.collegeboard.com%2Fapc%2Fpublic%2Frepository%2Fap06_Consultant_Policy_final.pdf

John McGehee, teacher of AP Physics at Palos Verdes Peninsula High School; Rolling Hills Estates, California

That gets you a little closer. You might be able to find an e-mail address or other contact info for him, based on that info.
 
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I've found that syllabus already, and I checked the school website, and I'm fairly certain the McGehee is retired, as my instructor told me that he wrote the workbook when she was still in college, and she is, with all due respect, somewhat older, so I don't think he has an email lying around the internet anywhere.

Thanks
Anthony
 
cubejunkies said:
I've found that syllabus already, and I checked the school website, and I'm fairly certain the McGehee is retired, as my instructor told me that he wrote the workbook when she was still in college, and she is, with all due respect, somewhat older, so I don't think he has an email lying around the internet anywhere.

Thanks
Anthony

It might be a long shot, but you could try calling the school to ask if they know where he is now, or if they have any way to get in contact with him. Just a thought.
 

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