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Introducing a sequence of (almost) unlimited, zero-penalty, interview-like assessments into an introductory physics course: student responses and considerations.

Journal of College Science Teaching—May/June 2024 (Volume 53, Issue 3)

By Minjoon Kouh

An introductory physics course may be run like a video game, where students have an almost unlimited number of attempts to demonstrate their competencies through a sequence of zero-penalty assessments until the end of a semester. Each checkpoint is conducted as a 10-minute, one-on-one oral interview with the instructor, and students are not allowed to move on to the next topic before passing the checkpoint on the current topic. This is an individualized approach to teaching physics, because students take the checkpoints at their own pace throughout the semester. Students strive to clear all checkpoints in sequence without a penalty for each attempt. This course was implemented as an online class with 32 undergraduate students in spring, 2021. It had mixed reviews: some students, who identified themselves as independent learners, found the format effective, and other students reported that it was difficult to stay on track.
An introductory physics course may be run like a video game, where students have an almost unlimited number of attempts to demonstrate their competencies through a sequence of zero-penalty assessments until the end of a semester. Each checkpoint is conducted as a 10-minute, one-on-one oral interview with the instructor, and students are not allowed to move on to the next topic before passing the checkpoint on the current topic. This is an individualized approach to teaching physics, because students take the checkpoints at their own pace throughout the semester.
An introductory physics course may be run like a video game, where students have an almost unlimited number of attempts to demonstrate their competencies through a sequence of zero-penalty assessments until the end of a semester. Each checkpoint is conducted as a 10-minute, one-on-one oral interview with the instructor, and students are not allowed to move on to the next topic before passing the checkpoint on the current topic. This is an individualized approach to teaching physics, because students take the checkpoints at their own pace throughout the semester.

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Did you come up with an innovative way to teach a lesson? Have you devoted your life to promoting science and the teaching of science? Did you successfully transform science teaching in your classroom? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then why not share your experience with others and apply for an NSTA Teacher Award?

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During this seminar, the presenters will share updates on NASA's lunar science and exploration program, and Artemis missions.

You’ll also discover how you can continue learning about the Moon through International Observe the Moon Night, an annual program where people are invited to observe the Moon, learn about lunar science and exploration, and honor our personal and cultural connections to the Moon. Save the date for this year’s event which will be on September 14, 2024!

During this seminar, the presenters will share updates on NASA's lunar science and exploration program, and Artemis missions.

You’ll also discover how you can continue learning about the Moon through International Observe the Moon Night, an annual program where people are invited to observe the Moon, learn about lunar science and exploration, and honor our personal and cultural connections to the Moon. Save the date for this year’s event which will be on September 14, 2024!

During this seminar, the presenters will share updates on NASA's lunar science and exploration program, and Artemis missions.

You’ll also discover how you can continue learning about the Moon through International Observe the Moon Night, an annual program where people are invited to observe the Moon, learn about lunar science and exploration, and honor our personal and cultural connections to the Moon. Save the date for this year’s event which will be on September 14, 2024!

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