Short answer: This is Day 1 of Sean Alexander’s Theory of Relativity lecture series, an introduction to special relativity, his favorite physics topic. After years of studying the subject, he developed a curriculum to teach relativity one-on-one in a format that students at all levels can understand. Watch the first video below.
Key points
- The topic: An introduction to the special theory of relativity.
- The teacher: Sean Alexander, founder of Alexander Tutoring and a physics tutor.
- The approach: A curriculum built to be understood at every level.
- The format: A video lecture series, starting with Day 1.
What is the Theory of Relativity lecture series?
This is an introduction to my favorite physics topic: the special theory of relativity.
In my career as a physics tutor I have always wanted to teach this subject in a one-on-one format. This is my opportunity.
I’ve spent years studying this topic and have developed a curriculum to teach relativity in a format that everyone at all levels can understand. I hope you enjoy this video series!
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Watch Day 1 of the Theory of Relativity lecture series with Sean Alexander, founder of Alexander Tutoring.
Tutor tip: Watch with a notebook open and pause to write down each new idea in your own words. Explaining a concept back to yourself is the fastest way to find what you don’t understand yet.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Day 1 of the relativity series cover?
Day 1 is an introduction to the special theory of relativity, the first lecture in Sean Alexander’s video series on the topic.
Who teaches the Theory of Relativity series?
The series is taught by Sean Alexander, a physics tutor and the founder of Alexander Tutoring, who has spent years studying special relativity.
Do you need advanced physics to follow the relativity series?
No. The curriculum was developed to teach relativity in a format that students at all levels can understand.
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