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Birch, Stephen M. I.; Bates, Joanna; Bell, Michael; Christofidou, Katerina A.; Corkhill, Claire L.; Hearnden, Vanessa; Lopez, Elisa Alonso; Mason, Louise C.; Southworth, Amanda; Dean, Julian S. – Physics Education, 2021
During the coronavirus pandemic, there have been significant challenges in the remote teaching and demonstration of experiments, especially those that require laboratory testing equipment. With a desire to give students a feel for our materials laboratory on open days and allow them to gain a deeper understanding of what materials science and…
Descriptors: Physics, COVID-19, Pandemics, Demonstrations (Educational)
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Planinsic, Gorazd; Etkina, Eugenia – Physics Education, 2019
In this paper we present activities that can help students deepen their understanding of DC circuits and develop practical competences. The students investigate electric properties of commercially available conductive thread and solve a practical design task using the thread. The activities follow the framework of investigative science learning…
Descriptors: Science Instruction, Physics, Engineering, Interdisciplinary Approach
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Abdul-Razzaq, W.; Bushey, R.; Winn, G. – Physics Education, 2011
Physics is essential for students who want to succeed in science and engineering. Excitement and interest in the content matter contribute to enhancing this success. We have developed a laboratory experiment that takes advantage of microwave ovens to demonstrate important physical concepts and increase interest in physics. This experiment…
Descriptors: National Standards, Physics, Radiation, Engineering