This is the typical schedule for our 3 credit hour workshop courses:
- Morning sessions are from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
- Afternoon sessions are from 12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Class time will be used for construction projects, demonstrations, group discussion, and/or laboratory experimentation.
Summer Session I
Observational Astronomy Workshop for Teachers -- CANCELLED
ASTRO 602 Section 1W/PHYCS 602 Section 1W
Reference Number: 21623/21631
3 credit hours
June 13-17, 2011
Location: On campus
Instructor: Thomas Jordan, Associate Professor in the Department of Physics & Astronomy
Participants will learn how to plan and conduct astronomical observing sessions using common resource materials such as star charts and graphic timetables of the heavens. Celestial coordinate systems and astronomical time systems will be discussed. The basic properties and use of small telescopes will be presented. Basic techniques in CCD imaging will be presented.
Summer Session II
Advanced Placement Physics B and C Workshop for Teachers – Mechanics -- CANCELLED
PHYCS 685 Section 001W
Reference Number: 19646
3 credit hours
June 27-July 1, 2011
Location: On campus
Instructor: Eric Hedin, Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics & Astronomy
Physics content is the focus of this workshop on Advanced Placement Physics B and C mechanics. Teachers actively participate in problem-solving sessions including calculus-based (C teachers) and non-calculus problems (B and C teachers). An overview of the Advanced Placement Physics B and C program in physics will be given and the philosophy, structure, and grading of the Physics B and C tests will be briefly discussed. (For new and experienced Advanced Placement Physics B and C teachers.)
Exploring the Universe in the Classroom -- CANCELLED
ASTRO 580 Section 1W
Reference Number: 19637
3 credit hours
July 11-15, 2011
Location: On campus
Instructor: Ronald Kaitchuck, Professor in the Department of Physics & Astronomy
This is an introduction to the cosmos for teachers. No previous background in astronomy is required. The materials are directed toward upper-elementary to high school teachers. However those teaching at any level will benefit. Teachers will be introduced to projects and demonstrations they can use in their classrooms. Topics include stars, constellations, planets, digital imaging and planetary comparisons.
Modern Developments in Physics Teaching
PHYCS 696 Section 1W
Reference Number: 19654
3 credit hours
July 18-22, 2011
Location: On campus
Instructor: Joel Bryan, Assistant Professor in the Department of Physics & Astronomy
During this one week course students will examine physics education research in order to discover why students think as they do, how students acquire and construct knowledge, and how to best facilitate a learning environment that will lead to the greatest opportunity of success for all students. Through literature research, interactive engagement, laboratory activities, and/or lesson plan development, students will examine and apply physics education research in the areas of student misconceptions, the role and use of assessments, the use of technology in teaching and learning, the nature of science and its role in physics knowledge development, and the value of guided and unguided inquiry laboratory techniques.