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Title:

The Big Bang

Url:

https://www.open.edu/openlearn/science-maths-technology/science/physic...

Publisher:

Open University

Description: Microwaves, cosmology, and the Big Bang are just some of the topics covered by this well-thought out set of educational materials created by the dedicated staff at the Open University's OpenLearn program. This particular educational unit includes eight primary sections, including "Distances of galaxies", "Introducing cosmology", and "The primordial nuclear abundances". Visitors can log in to keep track of their progress within each unit, and they can also offer their own review of the materials offered on the site. Each section comes complete with graphs, photographs, artistic renderings, and illustrations that complement the written text quite nicely. Interested parties can also choose to view the materials in different formats, including as an RSS feed, print-ready documents, and so on. Overall, the site offers great insight into the world of the Big Bang for a more casual audience.

LC Classification:

Science -- Astronomy -- Cosmogony. Cosmology
Science -- Astronomy -- Cosmogony. Cosmology -- Special topics, A-Z -- Big bang theory
Science -- Astronomy -- Study and teaching. Research

GEM Subject:

Science -- Astronomy
Science -- Space sciences
Science -- Informal education

Key Concept:

Astronomy -- Big Bang
Astronomy -- Cosmology

Resource Type:

Reference Material
Instructional Material
Instructional Material -- Instructor Guide/Manual

Format:

Document -- PDF
Document -- HTML

Audience:

Educator
Learner

Education Level:

High School
Higher Education
Higher Education -- Undergraduate (Lower Division)
Higher Education -- Undergraduate (Upper Division)
Higher Education -- Technical Education (Upper Division)
Higher Education -- Technical Education (Lower Division)
Vocational/Professional Development Education

Language:

English

Rights:

At OpenLearn

Access Rights:

Free access with registration

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