Need High School Calculus Based Physics Text

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around recommendations for a high school physics textbook suitable for AP Physics students, specifically one that is calculus-based. Participants share their experiences and suggestions regarding potential texts.

Discussion Character

  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant requests recommendations for a good calculus-based physics text for AP Physics students.
  • Another participant suggests "Halliday, Resnick, Walker: Fundamentals of Physics" as a strong option.
  • A third participant acknowledges the suggestion and expresses intent to review the text.
  • A fourth participant also supports the recommendation of Halliday, Resnick, and Walker, sharing a personal positive experience with the text during their own high school education, although they note unfamiliarity with the AP Physics level.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

There is agreement among participants on the recommendation of Halliday, Resnick, and Walker, but no consensus on other potential texts or the appropriateness of the suggested text for AP Physics specifically.

Contextual Notes

One participant mentions a lack of familiarity with the AP Physics curriculum, which may affect the relevance of their recommendation.

Who May Find This Useful

Educators and curriculum developers looking for high school physics textbooks, particularly those focused on calculus-based content for AP Physics courses.

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My department is seeking some leads for a good high school physics text that can be used for our AP Physics students. We are looking for something therefore that would be Calculus based. Do any of you have any good leads on this topic?

Thank you!
gb
 
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Halliday, Resnick, Walker: Fundamentals of Physics is always good.
 
Thank you! I have heard this text referred to before. I will take a look.

Gari
 
+1 to Halliday, Resnick and Walker.

Im not familiar with the level of AP Physics (Im from Australia), but when i was in high school i hated the prescribed textbook so i used Halliday instead and found it to be very good.
 

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