University of Virginia Department of Physics

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

Syllabus

Week 1: Overview of Course and Introduction to the Nature of Science (NOS)
Week 2: NOS in Lesson Plans and Science Standards
Week 3: Listservs
Week 4: Five Easy Lessons
Week 5: Demonstrations
Week 6: Laboratories I
Week 7: Overview of Physics Resources I
Week 8: Overview of Physics Resources II
Week 9: In Depth Exploration of Resource
Spring Break: No new work or assignments March 26-April 1, 2007
Week 10: Misconceptions (Begin April 2, Assignments due April 9)
Week 11: Laboratories II
Week 12: Introduction to Technology: What is it and what do I have
Week 13: Uses of "Generalized" and "Specialized" Technology in the Classroom
Week 14: Problem Solving