Physics 641: Physics Pedagogy
An On-line Course for Teachers of Physics

RealTime Physics (RTP)

RealTime Physics is a 3-volume workbook designed to enhance conceptual learning while developing quantitative skills in an introductory physics laboratory. Intended for use in a lab equipped with MBL (microcomputer-based lab) tools (electronic sensors, microcomputer interface, and software for data collection and analysis), RealTime Physics provides students with a more active, computer-based learning environment, within the traditional amount of time allotted to labs.

The 3-Volume Workbook Series

RealTime Physics-Mechanics (View the teacher's guide and labs. PDF | Word)
Includes experiments exploring kinematics, Newton’s laws of motion, passive forces, gravitational forces, impulse, momentum, collisions, energy, and projectiles.

RealTime Physics-Heat and Thermodynamics (View the teacher's guide and labs. PDF | Word)
Includes labs exploring thermal equilibrium, thermal energy flow, specific heat capacity, changes of phase, gas laws, and heat engines.

RealTime Physics-Electric Circuits (View the teacher's guide and labs. PDF | Word)
Includes experiments exploring current and voltage in simple DC circuits, Ohm’s and Kirchhoff's laws, capacitors and RC circuits, inductors, and simple AC circuits.

For more information about RTP and purchasing information, visit the Wiley Higher Education website..

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