PHYSICS EDUCATION METHODS

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In this course, students will integrate the research on learning theories with effective educational practices in the teaching of physics. Specifically, students will learn how to implement active learning strategies that support eliciting of student ideas, listening and questioning, and relationship building. In effect, this course focuses on the 'soft' skills needed for effective teaching of physics. Students will read articles from the education literature both specific to physics and in general. They will reflect on their experiences with their own students and how this relates to the literature they read.