Session:
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Post-Deadlne Poster
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Paper Type:
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Poster
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Title:
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Energizing Physics: Results from a 2-year Pilot Project
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Meeting:
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2013 Summer Meeting: Portland, Oregon |
Location:
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N/A |
Date:
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Time:
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8:30AM
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Author:
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Stephen Scannell
Gresham High School/Portland State University
503-512-0231, sgscannell@gmail.com
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Co-Author(s):
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None
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Abstract:
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Energizing Physics is an introductory physics course for the high school level designed to incorporate several approaches shown to improve student understanding of physics. These include a modeling approach to develop conceptual and quantitative understanding, a focus on depth vs. breadth, the use of learning targets and formative assessment strategies, and project-based learning, including hands-on projects that utilize the engineering design process, and smaller research projects that develop students' understanding of today's energy issues. Preliminary results and thoughts from a two-year pilot project (concluding in August 2013) will be shared.
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Footnotes:
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None
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Presentation:
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AAPT 2013 Poster 7-15 pdf.pdf
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