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We all hope our classrooms don’t take on a circus-like atmosphere, but juggling can be an engaging way to introduce elementary physics to students. The very act of tossing and catching objects can help students to…
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Applying Age-Old Physics: Using ancient inventions to teach modern physics concepts
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Despite daily use of computers, cell phones, and sound systems, students are fascinated by the technology that our ancestors once used to survive. Ancient inventions are great tools for fostering understanding of…
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In this article, the authors explore the opportunity structure in a physics course to identify differences in perception of classroom community among students.
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Teaching Influences From My Student Years
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The Importance of Reading Equations
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Aha! Moments When Teaching Acceleration
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Unnoticed Sunballs All Around Us
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The Importance of Gusto in Teaching Gems
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A Personal Journey to Classroom Success
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Idea Bank: Wiffle Ball Physics
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Projectile motion, a cornerstone topic of introductory physics, is usually a student’s first exposure to the problem-solving techniques used in this subject. Often, this is an inactive learning experience—students work…
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Idea Bank: Reading, Writing, and Physics
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The Idea Bank provides tips and techniques for creative teaching, in about 1,000 words. This month’s Idea Bank discusses an assignment in which students read, write, and study current physics topics without diverting…
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