Concepts and principles

October 9, 2019 Nick Young

Can we explain the physics conceptual inventory gender gap?

Prior physics preparation seems to be the biggest contributor to the gender gap but a lot is still unknown.

August 6, 2019 Emily Kerr

Physics Knowledge Can Be Helpful For Students Learning Chemistry

Reminding students of energy in physics can help them answer energy questions in chemistry.

April 24, 2019 Nick Young

Virtual Labs vs Physical Labs: does it matter?

Physics labs can be done with physical equipment or done virtually. It appears each has its own benefits.

March 13, 2019 Nick Young

That’s no schematic, it’s a power box

Today’s post introduces a new type of representation for understanding circuits, the power box with multiple examples.

December 19, 2018 Nick Young

What do students think about measuring the energy of a quantum state?

Students of various levels have difficulties determining the energy of a quantum state.

October 24, 2018 Nick Young

How far is far? Investigating students’ knowledge about distance to astronomical objects

Students are often unfamiliar with sizes and distances of astronomical objects. Today’s study compares student knowledge about this topic at different educational levels.

August 29, 2018 Nick Young

Transitioning between tables, equations, and graphs (oh my!) in physics and math

Using multiple representations is central to the study of physics. Today we look at how well students can change between representations of linear functions.