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“Physic is the queen of science.”
-David GrossNobel Laureate, Physics
(2004)
TEACHING TEACHING the the
QUEENQUEENof of
SCIENCESCIENCESheryl Lyn C. MonterolaUP College of Education15 May 2009
Presentation Outline
I. Principles of Teaching Physics
II. Teaching Strategies
III. Research-based Practices
IV. Assessment Materials
Foundation of Physics Teaching
Learning becomes meaningful when students are actively engaged in the
construction of knowledge.
CONSTRUCTIVISM
Implications of Constructivist Theory
BIG SHIFT• Passive
Learning• Active
Learning
• Teacher as “sage on the stage”
• Teacher as “guide on the side“
• Abstract knowledge
• Relevant and enduring knowledge
Dale’s Cone of Learning Experience
5 E Learning CycleENGAGE
•Probing prior knowledge
• Eliciting interest
Basic Formula of Physics Teaching
EXPLORE• Giving
opportunity for interaction and
hands-on activity
EXPLAIN•Processing information
ELABORATE•Allowing students to apply concepts into new situations
EVALUATE•Assessing
learning
Basic Formula of Physics Teaching
AActivity
BBefore
CContent
1. Graphic Organizers- visual proofs of prior & new knowledge
Teaching Strategies
KWL Chart
1. Graphic Organizers
1. Graphic Organizers
Radiation Concept Trefoil
2. PuzzlesTeaching Strategies
Wordles (Word Puzzles)
3. Mental ModelsTeaching Strategies
4. POEs(Predict Observe Explain Activities)
Teaching Strategies
5. Problem-based ActivitiesTeaching Strategies
5. ModelsTeaching Strategies
Human Eye ModelCollichia, Wiesner, Waltner & Zollman. The Physics Teacher. Dec 2008
Matter Model
EM Wave Model
5. Technology Integration• Video-based Lesson
– CONSTEC Physics in Everyday Life• Virtual Physics Laboratory• Cellphone as teaching tool• Data Logging• Use of Classroom Response System
Teaching Strategies
Virtual Physics Laboratory5. Technology Integration
PhET Interactive Simulations
University of Colorado at Boulder
Cellphone as teaching tool
– Falca, Gomes, Pereira, Coelho & Santos. The Physics Teacher. Mar 2009
5. Technology Integration
Data logging
– PASCO Setup
5. Technology Integration
Use of Classroom Response System
5. Technology Integration
• Gives immediate feedback• Makes class more interactive
Peer Instruction MethodResearch-based Teaching Practices
Eric Mazur (1997). Harvard University.
Researches• Reduces gender gap [American Journal of
Physics (AJP), 2006]• Increases conceptual learning and
problem solving (AJP, 2008)• Reduces number of dropouts (AJP, 2008)
Peer Instruction Method
Optimal Seating ArrangementResearch-based Teaching Practices
Monterola, C., Roxas, M.R., Carreon-Monterola, S.L. (2009). Characterizing the effect of seating arrangement on classroom learning using neural networks. Complexity. Wiley Periodicals Inc.
• Efficacy of multimedia learning modules over traditional textbooks (AJP, Feb 2009)
• Course weblog with discussions on real-world applications sustains students’ positive attitude toward physics (AJP, Nov, 2008)
Research-based Teaching Practices
Concept Inventory (CI)Definition
An exam that explores students' mental models and qualitative images of how the subject works1
Purpose2
To recognize common misconceptions that exist in students’ minds
Format 2• multiple choice• options include common-misconceptions and an answer that contains
the true interpretation of the concept
Sources: 1Pavelich et. al. (2004). Development of a Chemistry Concept Inventory for Use in Chemistry, Materials and other Engineering Courses. Paper Presentation, Engineering Education Annual Conference and Exposition.
2Evans & Hestenes (2001). The Concept of the Concept Inventory Assessment Instrument. Paper Presentation, Frointiers in Education Conference.
Assessment Materials
Physics Concept Inventories• Force Concept Inventory (FCI)
• Determining and Interpreting Resistive Electric Circuit Concepts Test (DIRECT)
• Conceptual Survey on Electricity (CSE), Conceptual Survey on Magnetism (CSM), and Conceptual Survey on Electricity and Magnetism (CSEM)
• Test of Understanding of Kinematic Graphs (TUG-K)
• Force and Motion Conceptual Evaluation (FMCE)
SummaryI. Principles of Teaching Physics
- constructivism, 5 E learning cycle, ABCII. Teaching Strategies
- graphic organizers, puzzles, mental models, POEs, problem-based activities, technology integration
III. Research-based Practices- PI, optimal seating arrangement, weblog, multimedia modules
IV. Assessment Materials- Concept inventories
Thank you.