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A Resource Book for the Beginning Physics Teacher

Sun, 06 Jul 2008 00:00:00 EST

A handbook designed to help the new teacher (or teachers new to physics) get started. Published by AAPT.

Origins: The Heart of the Matter

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:00:00 EST

Meet with scientists, machine operators, control-room jockies and others who make CERN a vibrant exciting location for doing science.

PBS TeacherSource Relaunches Web Campus For Pre K-12 Educators

Fri, 21 Mar 2008 00:00:00 EST

PBS TeacherSource has relaunched, now featuring a growing inventory of more than 1,300 free lesson plans, teacher guides and student resources.

Greener Green Energy: Today's solar cells give more than they take

Thu, 20 Mar 2008 00:00:00 EST

Solar power produces, per unit of energy, only about one-tenth as much carbon dioxide and other harmful emissions as does conventional power generation, a new study shows. From Science News ONLINE.

Science Daily Online Magazine

Sat, 08 Mar 2008 00:00:00 EST

Daily top science stories and featured items in physics, medicine, mathematics and all of scientific research.

Taking Science to School

Sat, 26 Jan 2008 00:00:00 EST

New National Research Council Study Informs K-8 Science Teaching

Upcoming PTRA Workshops

Sat, 19 Jan 2008 00:00:00 EST

Check out the PTRA Workshops that are administered locally by Master Physics Teachers.

Electromagnetic Waves

Thu, 15 Nov 2007 00:00:00 EST

This simulation shows a plane polarized electromagnetic wave propagating in positive x direction.

High School Self Assessments

Fri, 09 Nov 2007 00:00:00 EST

The latest research in cognition and learning tells us that students need self-assessment opportunities daily to reflect on what they have learned. How can a teacher effectively apply this to teaching -- some practice methods are suggested

Science Educator's Guide to Assessment

Mon, 05 Nov 2007 00:00:00 EST

This assessment guide is designed to help science teachers find their way through the maze of assessment by providing clearly written purposes and methods.

What to Expect Your First Year Teaching

Thu, 31 May 2007 00:00:00 EST

This online book from the U.S. Department of Education covers topics vital to new teachers.

Expert Voices: Charging into Electrostatics

Tue, 06 Mar 2007 00:00:00 EST

Join the discussion on electrostatics and, more generally, teaching physics in grades K - 12

PhET: Balloons and Static Electricity

Mon, 29 Jan 2007 00:00:00 EST

Students explore static electricity by rubbing a simulated balloon on a sweater. As they view the charges in the sweater, balloon, and adjacent wall, they gain an understanding of charge transfer.

Developing a Rubric to Assist in Grading

Tue, 23 Jan 2007 00:00:00 EST

A special teacher assessment tool brought to you from the new teacher handbook written by Mary Winn and Jan Mader.

PhyzGuide: Electrostatic Charge

Sun, 17 Dec 2006 00:00:00 EST

Learn the "shocking truths and current models" of electrostatic charge and force

Cooperative Group Problem Solving

Sun, 23 Jul 2006 00:00:00 EST

Cooperative group problem solving has been shown to promote learning that lasts. The teacher acts as learning guide or coach facilitating and interceding only when needed. Students assume the role of negotiator and "persuader" convincing each other of the value of one solution path over another. Closely aligned to inquiry, cooperative group learning can impact student learning for the long term.

Teacher Background Info:The Learning Cycle

Sat, 22 Jul 2006 00:00:00 EST

Information and resources to help the new physics teacher

Franklin and Elecrostatics-Ben Franklin as my lab partner

Sun, 09 Jul 2006 00:00:00 EST

See experiments performed by Franklin with writings and historical observations to give insights into his genius. Videos of the experiments are also available.

Animating Motion

Sun, 14 May 2006 00:00:00 EST

Students apply knowledge of basic concepts of motion by animating sequences of pictures that model a set of physical conditions.

My Physics Labs - Physics Simulations with Java

Wed, 15 Feb 2006 00:00:00 EST

Each simulation includes a detailed explanation of the physics and math behind the system

Physics Web

Wed, 16 Nov 2005 00:00:00 EST

Physics Web is a collection of physics related news and resources. It includes information about jobs and events in the field of physics. Also included are various links to educational resources.

Apollo 11 30th Anniversary

Fri, 10 Jun 2005 00:00:00 EST

July 20, 1999 marks the 30th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon landing and the historic first steps by humans on the surface of another planet. Many commemorative activities taking place in Washington, DC this summer.

ParticleAdventure.org

Wed, 04 May 2005 00:00:00 EST

The Particle Adventure is an award-winning site aimed at high school students. It introduces the Standard Model and the theory of fundamental particles and forces.

AAPT Physics Bowl Exams

Tue, 15 Mar 2005 00:00:00 EST

The AAPT Physics Bowl is an annual contest to generate excitement in physics. Copies of past Physics Bowl exams with answers are available.

Sounds of the Subway

Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 EST

Subways are better at reflecting sound waves with no need for microphones or loudspeakers. This makes them appealing for musical performance.