A Physics Survey Course with a Large Entropy.

Ptak, Roger L.; Stoner, Ronald E.

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Publication Date: 1972

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A Physics Survey Course with a Large Entropy

Ptak, Roger L.; Stoner, Ronald E.

American Journal of Physics, 40, 4, 611-614, Apr 72

Describes an experiment with a special section of a terminal" physics survey. The experiment consisted of systematically removing as much structure as feasible while using a lecture format. Evaluation indicates student enthusiasm and performance increase as structure disappears. (Author/TS)

Descriptors: College Science, Course Descriptions, Curriculum Development, Experimental Programs, Lecture Method, Methods Research, Physics, Science Instruction, Teaching Methods, Team Teaching

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