Background information on the acoustics of the violin is given as a basis for student physics laboratory projects. References are suggested that can provide a basis for many experiments. (SA)

Cautions physics instructors to be aware of the "hidden curriculum" or what it is that causes students to study more for a grade than for mastery learning. The problem of the hidden curriculum is also discussed as it applies to the personalized system of instruction. (SA)

Presents methods of illustrating the dynamics of spectroscopic transitions which reveal the quantum mechanical origin of oscillating transition moments and the characteristic resonance between the system and the radiation necessary for phase coherence during the creation or absorption of a photon. (Author/HM)

This article is based on a presentation at the 1979 conference of the Education Group of The Institute of Physics which was held in Cambridge, England. It discusses the interaction between science and technological innovation using a historical approach: the development of microelectronics. (HM)

Describes an interdisciplinary course which explores the relationships between physics and biology in terms of their conceptual structures and mathematical frameworks. Highlights the course content, its system of cross-disciplinary literature resources, and several innovative aspects of the method used for evaluating students. (Author/GA)

Examines the factors influencing the premedical requirements in physics. Reviews the various reasons why physics is important in medical education and discusses the new Medical College Admission Test. (Author/GA)

An effective demonstration of the phase relationships in a series RLC circuit, resonance and Q, is made possible by multiplexing four signals onto a single channel, thereby converting a single-channel scope to four channels. (Author/GA)

Discusses the following: another version of Doppler beats; alternate proof of spin-1 sin-1/2 problems; some mechanisms related to Dirac's strings; Doppler redshift in oblique approach of source and observer; undergraduate experiment on noise thermometry; use of the time evolution operator; resolution of an entropy maximization controversy;…

Investigates and explains the phenomenon associated with Rubens flame-tube demonstration, specifically the persistance of flames at regular intervals along the tube for few minutes after the gas is turned off. (GA)

States and discusses some confusing and misleading statements found in an introductory physics textbook for high school students on electric currents and their magnetic fields. (GA)

Traces the early history of an experiment, the launching of a copper or aluminum ring above the pole of an alternating current magnet at switch-on, that was conducted by Elihu Thomson in the last century and presents a simple qualitative explanation of the effect involved. (GA)

Describes the following: a device which converts the displacement of a pendulum into an electric signal and is used as a voltage generator of low frequencies; a turn-by-turn transformer demonstration; how to remove the buoyant force on a piece of cork immersed in water; and how to demonstrate Coulomb's Law on the overhead projector. (GA)

Describes demonstrations used by the nineteenth century physicists to determine if two bodies oscillating at the same acoustic frequency were in phase. (GA)

Describes and outlines medical-physics courses that are taken in parallel with physics courses and designed for the medical physicist. (GA)

Describes a course in applied physics with solid state electronics, aimed at providing a continuing broad background in general physics while allowing for the gradual development of an emphasis on applications, engineering expertise, and relevant industrial experience. (Author/GA)