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Essential Physics Guide

Welcome to the Essential Physics guide! This site is designed to provide all the information needed to navigate the Essential Physics textbook and eBook, as well as helpful tips on teaching using the material contained within.

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Have something specific you need help with? These links will take you to the different sections of the site, each focused on particular aspects of the textbook or eBook. Alternatively, you can use the search bar in the top right corner of the site to find specific topics.

Overview

This section lays out the basic features of the Essential Physics textbook and how to access and use it. If you're just starting out with Essential Physics, go here!

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eBook Features

This section explains the various features available in the eBook version of Essential Physics. For information on topics such as using interactive simulations, finding technology applications, or playing videos within the eBook, go here!

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Teacher's Edition

This section provides information on the specific resources available in the digital Teacher's Edition of Essential Physics. If you would like to know more about the provided assignments, slides, and lesson plans, go here!

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Assessment

This section outlines the various assessment options included in the textbook and eBook. For information about using the book to assess student learning, go here!

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Additional resources

SPARKvue

SPARKvue data collection software is required for some of the included investigations. SPARKvue is available as a free browser application; as a free app for iOS, Android, and Chromebook; and as a paid download for Windows and Mac.