This course aims to help learners understand the concepts of special relativity, general relativity, flat spacetime, and curved spacetime. The course teaches about the real meaning of E=mc², the illusion of space and time, and the illusion of gravity. Through demonstrations and challenges, learners explore the curvature of spacetime and question the trustworthiness of their perceptions in spacetime. The teaching method includes video lectures and demonstrations. This course is intended for individuals interested in physics, specifically in the realm of general relativity and spacetime.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro to General Relativity Learning Playlist.
The Real Meaning of E=mc².
Are Space and Time An Illusion?.
Is Gravity An Illusion?.
Challenge: What Happens to a Helium Balloon in Freefall? | Space Time | PBS Digital Studios.
Can a Circle Be a Straight Line? | Space Time | PBS Digital Studios.
Curvature Demonstrated + Comments | Space Time | PBS Digital Studios.
Can You Trust Your Eyes in Spacetime? | Space Time | PBS Digital Studios.
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT + Flat Spacetime Geometry Comments | Space Time | PBS Digital Studios.
The Speed of Light is NOT About Light.
General Relativity & Curved Spacetime Explained! | Space Time | PBS Digital Studios.
100 Years of Relativity + Challenge Winners! | Space Time | PBS Digital Studios.
Taught by
PBS Space Time
