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1 total messages Started by Carrie Thornthwaite Sat, 04 Jun 1994 03:50

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Author: Carrie Thornthwaite
Date: Sat, 04 Jun 1994 03:50

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   Concerning the curriculum of a first year physics course, I had wondered
about that several times myself.  I've discussed it also with some
Vanderbilt professors here in Nashville.  They are of much the same opinion
as Mr. Kaplun - the how is more important than the what.

   I feel a first year course should focus on teaching how to "think"
scientifically, how to investigate, how to wonder, and how to find answers
(through writings or through dialogue)...

   Personally, I study mechanics heavily the first semester.  Then I spend
considerable time on electronics because I have an interest there.  Then I
spend a lot of time on nuclear physics.  That is not usual for a first year
course, but we are only three hours from Oak Ridge . .

   Next year, I hope to teach a Physics II (not AP) which will include a
lot of independent work on the part of the students as I will have to teach
it the same time as one of my physics I sections.


Carrie Thornthwaite
Glencliff H.S. (Nashville, TN)

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