Bulletin of the American Physical Society
2008 APS April Meeting and HEDP/HEDLA Meeting
Volume 53, Number 5
Friday–Tuesday, April 11–15, 2008; St. Louis, Missouri
Session D7: Physics Demonstrations and Strategies for Teaching and Public Outreach |
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Sponsoring Units: FEd Chair: John Wiegers, Washington University in St. Louis Room: Hyatt Regency St. Louis Riverfront (formerly Adam's Mark Hotel), Rose Garden |
Saturday, April 12, 2008 1:30PM - 2:06PM |
D7.00001: Youth Exploring Science Invited Speaker: This session features Youth Exploring Science (YES), Saint Louis Science Center's nationally recognized work-based teen development program. In YES, underserved audiences develop interest and understanding in physics through design engineering projects. I will discuss breaking down barriers, helping youth develop skills, and partnering with community organizations, universities and engineering firms. [Preview Abstract] |
Saturday, April 12, 2008 2:06PM - 2:42PM |
D7.00002: Searching for Truth: The Modeling Method of Instruction Invited Speaker: Engagement. Exploration. Student led learning. Higher order thinking. Knowledge that is retained. These are the desired goals of every science educator. The problem for many educators is how to accomplish all of them! I had the great fortune to be introduced to the modeling method of instruction, and it has changed my entire outlook on science and education. The modeling method is a constructivist approach to education that has been successfully implemented across the country; not some pie in the sky dream of education theorists. In modeling instruction, conceptual phenomena are understood by the construction of simple, yet refinable models that build upon one another. In addition, multiple methods for representing the phenomena observed, such as verbal, graphical, algebraic and diagrammatic help students build a rich mental construct. Finally, modeling instruction is research driven. Assessment devices, such as the Force Concept Inventory have proven the efficacy of modeling instruction many times over. This presentation will focus on the how, what and why of modeling instruction, with an emphasis on modeling mechanics. [Preview Abstract] |
Saturday, April 12, 2008 2:42PM - 3:18PM |
D7.00003: Active Learning in a Large General Physics Classroom. Invited Speaker: In 2004, we launched a new calculus-based, introductory physics sequence at Washington University. Designed as an alternative to our traditional lecture-based sequence, the primary objectives for this new course were to actively engage students in the learning process, to significantly strengthen students' conceptual reasoning skills, to help students develop higher level quantitative problem solving skills necessary for analyzing ``real world'' problems, and to integrate modern physics into the curriculum. This talk will describe our approach, using The Six Ideas That Shaped Physics text by Thomas Moore, to creating an active learning environment in large classes as well as share our perspective on key elements for success and challenges that we face in the large class environment. [Preview Abstract] |
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