{"product_id":"the-cosmic-perspective-8th-edition","title":"The Cosmic Perspective (8th Edition)","description":"NOTE: Access Code NOT INCLUDED\n\nFor two-semester courses in astronomy.\n\nTeaching the Process of Science through Astronomy\nBuilding on a long tradition of effective pedagogy and comprehensive coverage, The Cosmic Perspective, Eighth Edition provides a thoroughly engaging and up-to-date introduction to astronomy for non-science majors. This text offers a wealth of features that enhance student understanding of the process of science and actively engage students in the learning process for key concepts. The fully updated Eighth Edition includes the latest scientific discoveries, revises several subjects based on our most current understanding of the cosmos, and now emphasizes deeper understanding of the twists and turns of the process of science and the relevance of concepts to student’s lives.\n\nThis text is also available in two volumes, which can be purchased separately: The Cosmic Perspective: The Solar System, Eighth Edition (includes Chapters 1–13, 14, S1, 24) The Cosmic Perspective: Stars, Galaxies, and Cosmology, Eighth Edition (includes Chapters 1-3, S1, 4–6, S2–S4, 14–24)\n\nAlso available with MasteringAstronomy\nMasteringAstronomy from Pearson is the leading online homework, tutorial, and assessment system, designed to improve results by engaging students before, during, and after class with powerful content. Instructors ensure students arrive ready to learn by assigning educationally effective content before class, and encourage critical thinking and retention with in-class resources. Students can further master concepts after class through homework assignments that provide interactivity, hints and answer-specific feedback. The Mastering gradebook records scores for all automatically graded assignments in one place, while diagnostic tools give instructors access to rich data to assess student understanding and misconceptions.\n\nMastering brings learning full circle by continuously adapting to each student and making learning more personal than ever—before, during, and after class.\n\nNote: You are purchasing a standalone product; MasteringAstronomy does not come packaged with this content. Students, if interested in purchasing this title with MasteringAstronomy, ask your instructor for the correct package ISBN and Course ID. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information.\n\nIf you would like to purchase boththe physical text and MasteringAstronomy, search for:\n\n0134058291 \/ 9780134058290 Cosmic Perspective Plus MasteringAstronomy with eText -- Access Card Package, The\nPackage consists of:\n0134059069 \/ 9780134059068 Cosmic Perspective, The\n0134080572 \/ 9780134080574 MasteringAstronomy with Pearson eText -- ValuePack Access Card -- for The Cosmic Perspective\n0321765184 \/ 9780321765185 SkyGazer 5.0 Student Access Code Card (Integrated component)\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 0134059069\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: DBV.0134059069.A\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Acceptable\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Bennett, Jeffrey O.|Donahue, Megan O.|Schneider, Nicholas|Voit, Mark\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: This copy has clearly been enjoyed—expect noticeable shelf wear and some minor creases to the cover. Binding is strong, and all pages are legible. May contain previous library markings or stamps.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Dream Books Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41455860580410,"sku":"DBV.0134059069.A","price":34.18,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0555\/6011\/0138\/files\/0134059069-0.jpg?v=1781068272","url":"https:\/\/shop.dreambooksco.com\/products\/the-cosmic-perspective-8th-edition","provider":"Dream Books Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}