Starting to learn about General and special relativity

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This discussion focuses on resources for learning General and Special Relativity. A recommended starting point is the website hosted by John Baez at the University of California, Riverside, which provides a comprehensive overview of relativity concepts. Additionally, the Carroll lectures are highlighted as a valuable resource for deeper understanding. The arXiv link provided (xxx.lanl.gov/abs/gr-qc/9712019) offers access to scholarly articles related to General Relativity.

PREREQUISITES
  • Basic understanding of physics principles
  • Familiarity with mathematical concepts, particularly calculus
  • Knowledge of classical mechanics
  • Access to online academic resources
NEXT STEPS
  • Explore the Carroll lectures for in-depth insights on relativity
  • Review the arXiv paper on General Relativity for advanced concepts
  • Investigate additional online resources for relativity, such as MIT OpenCourseWare
  • Study the mathematical foundations necessary for understanding relativity
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Students, educators, and physics enthusiasts seeking to deepen their knowledge of General and Special Relativity.

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I am just starting to learn about General and special relativity, does anyone know any good sites that has good info on the topic?
 
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Some people find this a useful source, it's the Carroll lectures.

xxx.lanl.gov/abs/gr-qc/9712019
 

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