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LoPresto, Michael – Physics Teacher, 2022
When teaching a general education introductory astronomy course that includes a mathematics prerequisite, it is important to convey that formulas and equations physically represent properties of actual objects and processes that occur that can actually be observed. Students with varying comfort levels with mathematics often need to be convinced…
Descriptors: Introductory Courses, Physics, Astronomy, Light
Tobin, R. G. – Physics Teacher, 2018
Abundant research leaves little question that pedagogical approaches involving active student engagement with the material, and opportunities for student-to-student discussions, lead to much better learning outcomes than traditional instructor-led, expository instructional formats, in physics and in many other fields. In introductory college…
Descriptors: College Students, College Science, Introductory Courses, Physics
Irons, Stephen H. – Physics Teacher, 2012
Demonstrating probabilistic outcomes using real-time data is especially well-suited to larger lecture classes where one can generate large data sets easily. The difficulty comes in quickly collecting, analyzing, and displaying the information. With the advent of wireless polling technology (clickers), this difficulty is removed. In this paper we…
Descriptors: Popular Culture, Probability, Physics, Handheld Devices

Bergquist, Wilbur – Physics Teacher, 1991
An example of how a traditional activity on motion and acceleration can be adapted to the learning-cycle format is described. The three challenge statements given to students to solve are provided. The key learning-cycle steps of exploration, expansion, and extension are discussed. (KR)
Descriptors: Acceleration (Physics), Cooperative Learning, Lecture Method, Motion

Meltzer, David E.; Manivannan, Kandiah – Physics Teacher, 1996
Presents techniques aimed at promoting a higher level of student-faculty interaction and active student participation in the learning process in introductory physics lecture classes. Discusses group problem solving, the use of flash cards, and assessment. (JRH)
Descriptors: Classroom Communication, Cooperative Learning, Educational Strategies, Evaluation

Lin, Herbert – Physics Teacher, 1982
Suggesting, from the results of an information study, that a dichotomy exists between learning physics and passing physics courses, explores the consequences of the dichotomy for standard lecture format and Personalized System of Instruction courses. Includes discussions of student responses to problem-solving approaches, textbook study, and…
Descriptors: College Science, College Students, Higher Education, Individualized Instruction