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"Exploring Geology" by Reynolds/Johnson/Kelly/Morin/Carter is an
innovative textbook intended for an introductory college geology
course, such as Physical Geology. This ground-breaking, visually
spectacular book was designed from cognitive and educational
research on how students think, learn, and study.
Nearly all information in the book is built around 2,600
photographs and stunning illustrations, rather than being in long
blocks of text that are not articulated with figures. These
annotated illustrations help students visualize geologic processes
and concepts, and are suited to the way most instructors already
teach. To alleviate cognitive load and help students focus on one
important geologic process or concept at a time, the book consists
entirely of two-page spreads organized into 19 chapters. Each
two-page spread is a self-contained block of information about a
specific topic, emphasizing geologic concepts, processes, features,
and approaches. These spreads help students learn and organize
geologic knowledge in a new and exciting way.
Inquiry is embedded throughout the book, modeling how geologists
investigate problems. The title of each two-page spread and topic
heading is a question intended to get readers to think about the
topic and become interested and motivated to explore the two-page
spread for answers. Each chapter is a learning cycle, which begins
with a visually engaging two-page spread about a compelling
geologic issue. Each chapter ends with an Investigation that
challenges students with a problem associated with a virtual place.
The world-class media, spectacular presentations, and assessments
are all tightly articulated with the textbook. This book is
designed to encourage students to observe, interpret, think
critically, and engage in authentic inquiry, and is highly
acclaimed by reviewers, instructors, and students.
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