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Geremia
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Is there any free (open) high school physics textbook available online? Thanks
Open high school physics textbook?
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In summary, an open high school physics textbook is a free online textbook created by a team of educators and licensed under an open license. It differs from traditional textbooks in its availability, collaborative creation, and constant updates. These textbooks are of the same quality as traditional textbooks and can be accessed through various websites or school repositories. They can also be freely used, shared, and adapted for teaching or learning purposes.
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Snow-Leopard
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Benjamin Crowell's on lightandmatter.com. there is also another Physics 2000 & Calculus 2000.
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Isaac-Newton
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There is also a book on Web MotionMountain.com but too fat and I personally never go through it. As open book Benjamin Crowell is Good.
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berkeman
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Isaac-Newton said:
He's pretty good here on the PF too!
https://www.physicsforums.com/member.php?u=211768
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FAQ: Open high school physics textbook?
1. What is an open high school physics textbook?
An open high school physics textbook is a textbook that is available for free online and can be used by high school students to learn physics. It is typically created by a team of educators and is licensed under an open license, meaning it can be freely used, shared, and adapted.
2. How is an open high school physics textbook different from a traditional textbook?
An open high school physics textbook is different from a traditional textbook in several ways. Firstly, it is available for free online, whereas traditional textbooks often require a purchase. Additionally, open textbooks are created collaboratively by educators and are constantly updated and improved, whereas traditional textbooks are often created by a single author and only receive updates with new editions.
3. Are open high school physics textbooks of the same quality as traditional textbooks?
Yes, open high school physics textbooks are of the same quality as traditional textbooks. They are written by experienced educators and go through a rigorous review process to ensure accuracy and comprehensiveness. In fact, many open textbooks have been adopted by schools and universities as the primary textbook for their courses.
4. How can I access an open high school physics textbook?
Open high school physics textbooks are available for free online. They can be accessed through various websites, such as OpenStax, Open Textbook Library, and MERLOT. Some schools and universities also have their own online repositories of open textbooks.
5. Can I use an open high school physics textbook for my own teaching or learning purposes?
Yes, open high school physics textbooks are designed to be freely used, shared, and adapted. As long as you abide by the terms of the open license, you can use the textbook for your own teaching or learning purposes. Some open textbooks even allow for customization and adaptation to fit specific teaching needs.
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