Physics labs can be done with physical equipment or done virtually. It appears each has its own benefits.
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Tag: Concepts and principles
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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What do students think will happen to the universe?
Students learn astronomy informally through various forms of media. How does this inform their ideas about the fate of universe?
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