Exploring Science Through Science Fiction

Name: Exploring Science Through Science Fiction
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ISBN: 9781461478904

ISBN-10: 1461478901

ISBN-13: 9781461478904

Edition: 2014

Authors: Barry B. Luokkala

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The material in this book forms the basis of an interdisciplinary, college-level course, which uses science fiction film as a vehicle for exploring science concepts. Unlike traditional introductory-level courses, the science content is arranged according to major themes in science fiction, with a deliberate progression from the highly objective and discipline-specific (e.g. Reference Frames; Physics of Space Travel and Time Travel) to the very multi-disciplinary and thought-provoking (e.g. Human Teleportation; Science and Society). Over 100 references to science fiction films and television episodes are included, spanning more than 100 years of cinematic history. Some of these are conducive…

Book details

List price: $19.99
Copyright year: 2014
Publisher: Springer London, Limited
Publication date: 10/24/2013
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 241
Size: 6.00" wide x 9.00" long x 0.50" tall
Weight: 1.144
Language: English