Books in Nato Science Series A: series

Advanced spectroscopic techniques allow the probing of very small systems and very fast phenomena, conditions that can be considered "extreme" at the present status of our experimentation and knowledge. Quantum dots, nanocrystals and single molecules are examples of the former and events on the femtosecond scale examples of the latter. The purpose of this book is to examine the realm of phenomena of such extreme type and the techniques that permit their investigations. Each author has developed a coherent section of the program starting at a somewhat fundamental level and ultimately reaching the frontier of knowledge in the field in a systematic and didactic fashion. The formal lectures are complemented by additional seminars.

The Student Workbook activities help students develop a deeper understanding through study, practice, and review. Each activity is designed to help students to become better problem-solvers and critical thinkers. Key Concept Review Vocabulary Review Interpreting Diagrams Graphic Organizers Reading Comprehension Curriculum Connection Science Challenge

Contemporary's Science series at a glance:Accessibility – universal design easily adapts to varied student learning needs and stylesDifferentiated instruction – activities and text structure allow for easy teacher modificationEase of Use – offers a balance of teacher directed and hands-on activitiesResearch Based – builds key instructional strategies into the contentEarth & Space Science: Exploring the Universe explores the history of our planet and the composition of Earth’s surface, core, oceans, and atmosphere. Students learn about how environmental changes affect our weather as well as the impact man has on the earth’s resources.

Contemporary's Science series at a glance: Accessibility €“ universal design easily adapts to varied student learning needs and styles Differentiated instruction €“ activities and text structure allow for easy teacher modification Ease of Use €“ offers a balance of teacher directed and hands-on activities Research Based €“ builds key instructional strategies into the content Using Contemporary's Biology: Exploring the Science of Life students will discover the origin, structure, growth, and evolution of species while learning to categorize living organisms. The hardcover student edition is accompanied by the Student CD-ROM which includes the full text of the SE, Interactive Laboratory/activities, a Student Presentation Builder, Spanish Chapter Summaries, Spanish Pre- and Post-Chapter Writing Activities, a Spanish cognate dictionary, and more.