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Leinoff, Stuart; Swan, Karen – Physics Teacher, 1993
Describes a program where high school students developed a science presentation consisting of 10 demonstrations on wave motion. It is noted that the presentation was highly sought after by other schools. (MVL)
Descriptors: Demonstrations (Educational), Physics, Science Activities, Science Clubs
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McGehee, John – Physics Teacher, 1988
Outlines the various activities students are involved in on Physics Students' Day at an amusement park and the mechanics of organizing this type of an event. Includes a real problem and the list of resource material. Suggests resource material for use with amusement park physics. (YP)
Descriptors: Community Resources, High Schools, Parks, Physics
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Lucido, Horace (Rog) – Physics Teacher, 1988
Suggests a way to change the role of physics teacher. Discusses the teacher as a coach, reducing anxiety, team cooperation, and a grading system including "forgiving learning" which recognizes student's progress. (YP)
Descriptors: Anxiety, Cooperation, Evaluation Methods, Grading
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Penick, John E.; Lunetta, Vincent N. – Physics Teacher, 1989
Described is a university physics course bridging the gap between educational methodology, content, and applications of physics in identifying and resolving both societal and physical problems. Discussed are students' goals, instruction, and evaluation. Provides supporting texts list, a sample schedule, and sample ideas for independent…
Descriptors: College Science, Course Descriptions, Physics, Preservice Teacher Education