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Andrew Duffy receiving this year’s Janet Guernsey Award from Mark Greenman, a former awardee.
1 May
Active Learning in Introductory Physics Courses: Research-Based Strategies that Improve Student Learning
1 MaySPACES STILL AVAILABLE—EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION FEE EXTENDED TO MAY 20!
Active Learning in Introductory Physics Courses: Research-Based
Strategies that Improve Student Learning—July 15-17, 2019, Portland,
Oregon
Designed for those who teach introductory physics at universities,
colleges and high schools. Graduate credit will be available through the
University of Oregon.*
Instructors: David Sokoloff, University of Oregon and Ronald Thornton,
Tufts University
Participants will be introduced to research-validated, classroom-tested
strategies for each component of the introductory course that have been
demonstrated to improve learning. These include Interactive Lecture
Demonstration (ILDs), RealTime Physics (RTP) labs, Collaborative
Problem-Solving Tutorials, Workshop Physics (WP), Physics with Video
Analysis (PVA), and related online video analysis exercises. The course
will also include the use of video analysis to identify analytic
functions describing real data. Among other more recent developments are
(1) 3rd ed. RTP E & M labs using video analysis, (2) ILDs using
clickers, (3) online homework using Interactive Video Vignettes (IVVs),
and (4) distance learning and in class labs using the self-contained,
wireless IOLab (or other wireless data acquisition devices). Topics will
be chosen from both semesters of introductory physics. Research on the
effectiveness of these strategies will also be discussed.
The tools and software used in these active learning curricula are
compatible with Macintosh and Windows OS, and with the popular
interfaces and sensors. Participants will receive complimentary printed
copies of the curricula (published by Wiley and Vernier, and also
available for high school use as the ABP High School E-dition).
The course fee is $225. (Early bird registration until May 20 is $195.)
* Up to three graduate credits from the University of Oregon will be
available for an additional $90/credit.
For more information and to register:
Active Learning in Introductory Physics Courses: Research-Based
Strategies that Improve Student Learning—July 15-17, 2019, Portland,
Oregon
Designed for those who teach introductory physics at universities,
colleges and high schools. Graduate credit will be available through the
University of Oregon.*
Instructors: David Sokoloff, University of Oregon and Ronald Thornton,
Tufts University
Participants will be introduced to research-validated, classroom-tested
strategies for each component of the introductory course that have been
demonstrated to improve learning. These include Interactive Lecture
Demonstration (ILDs), RealTime Physics (RTP) labs, Collaborative
Problem-Solving Tutorials, Workshop Physics (WP), Physics with Video
Analysis (PVA), and related online video analysis exercises. The course
will also include the use of video analysis to identify analytic
functions describing real data. Among other more recent developments are
(1) 3rd ed. RTP E & M labs using video analysis, (2) ILDs using
clickers, (3) online homework using Interactive Video Vignettes (IVVs),
and (4) distance learning and in class labs using the self-contained,
wireless IOLab (or other wireless data acquisition devices). Topics will
be chosen from both semesters of introductory physics. Research on the
effectiveness of these strategies will also be discussed.
The tools and software used in these active learning curricula are
compatible with Macintosh and Windows OS, and with the popular
interfaces and sensors. Participants will receive complimentary printed
copies of the curricula (published by Wiley and Vernier, and also
available for high school use as the ABP High School E-dition).
The course fee is $225. (Early bird registration until May 20 is $195.)
* Up to three graduate credits from the University of Oregon will be
available for an additional $90/credit.
For more information and to register:
Active Learning in Introductory Physics Courses
1 AprFrom: David R Sokoloff <sokoloff@uoregon.edu>
Subject: [EXTERNAL] Active Learning Course Early Bird Registration Fee Ends May 1
Date: March 31, 2019 at 1:19:50 PM EDT
SPACES STILL AVAILABLE—EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION FEE ENDS MAY1!
Active Learning in Introductory Physics Courses: Research-Based
Strategies that Improve Student Learning—July 15-17, 2019, Portland,
Oregon
Designed for those who teach introductory physics at universities,
colleges and high schools. Graduate credit will be available through the
University of Oregon.*
Instructors: David Sokoloff, University of Oregon and Ronald Thornton,
Tufts University
Participants will be introduced to research-validated, classroom-tested
strategies for each component of the introductory course that have been
demonstrated to improve learning. These include Interactive Lecture
Demonstration (ILDs), RealTime Physics (RTP) labs, Collaborative
Problem-Solving Tutorials, Workshop Physics (WP), Physics with Video
Analysis (PVA), and related online video analysis exercises. The course
will also include the use of video analysis to identify analytic
functions describing real data. Among other more recent developments are
(1) 3rd ed. RTP E & M labs using video analysis, (2) ILDs using
clickers, (3) online homework using Interactive Video Vignettes (IVVs),
and (4) distance learning and in class labs using the self-contained,
wireless IOLab (or other wireless data acquisition devices). Topics will
be chosen from both semesters of introductory physics. Research on the
effectiveness of these strategies will also be discussed.
The tools and software used in these active learning curricula are
compatible with Macintosh and Windows OS, and with the popular
interfaces and sensors. Participants will receive complimentary printed
copies of the curricula (published by Wiley and Vernier, and also
available for high school use as the ABP High School E-dition).
The course fee is $225. (Early bird registration until May 1 is $195.)
Active Learning in Introductory Physics Courses: Research-Based
Strategies that Improve Student Learning—July 15-17, 2019, Portland,
Oregon
Designed for those who teach introductory physics at universities,
colleges and high schools. Graduate credit will be available through the
University of Oregon.*
Instructors: David Sokoloff, University of Oregon and Ronald Thornton,
Tufts University
Participants will be introduced to research-validated, classroom-tested
strategies for each component of the introductory course that have been
demonstrated to improve learning. These include Interactive Lecture
Demonstration (ILDs), RealTime Physics (RTP) labs, Collaborative
Problem-Solving Tutorials, Workshop Physics (WP), Physics with Video
Analysis (PVA), and related online video analysis exercises. The course
will also include the use of video analysis to identify analytic
functions describing real data. Among other more recent developments are
(1) 3rd ed. RTP E & M labs using video analysis, (2) ILDs using
clickers, (3) online homework using Interactive Video Vignettes (IVVs),
and (4) distance learning and in class labs using the self-contained,
wireless IOLab (or other wireless data acquisition devices). Topics will
be chosen from both semesters of introductory physics. Research on the
effectiveness of these strategies will also be discussed.
The tools and software used in these active learning curricula are
compatible with Macintosh and Windows OS, and with the popular
interfaces and sensors. Participants will receive complimentary printed
copies of the curricula (published by Wiley and Vernier, and also
available for high school use as the ABP High School E-dition).
The course fee is $225. (Early bird registration until May 1 is $195.)
Summer educator positions at MIT Museum
26 JanThe MIT Museum is seeking middle or high school educators who, in collaboration with the Education & Public Programs team, will teach established science and technology workshops in an informal education environment. Teachers will also develop and implement an independent project that augments current workshops at the MIT Museum. This is an excellent opportunity to gain a behind-the-scene perspective of the Museum, explore current science and technology research at MIT, share your classroom expertise with our staff, and serve as a liaison between the Museum and your school.
Successful applicants will be current middle or high school teachers specializing in science, math and/or engineering. S/he will be interested in collaborating with the Museum’s Education & Public Programs team to evaluate existing workshops, expand the Museum’s educational offerings, and learn about informal education pedagogy. Must be flexible, detail-oriented and a team player. Summer educator positions are temporary full-time (35 hours/week, M-F, 9:30-5pm) for six weeks, from July 1-August 9, 2018 (with 1-2 days prior for orientation and training). Compensation of $22-$25/hour will be provided, based on experience. Please send resume and cover letter to edsearch@mit.edu.
Active Learning in Introductory Physics Courses:Summer 2019
20 JanActive Learning in Introductory Physics Courses: Research-Based Strategies that Improve Student Learning—July 15-17, 2019, Portland, Oregon
Designed for those who teach introductory physics at universities, colleges and high schools. Graduate credit will be available through the University of Oregon.*
Instructors: David Sokoloff, University of Oregon and Ronald Thornton, Tufts University
Participants will be introduced to research-validated, classroom-tested strategies for each component of the introductory course that have been demonstrated to improve learning. These include Interactive Lecture Demonstration (ILDs), RealTime Physics (RTP) labs, Collaborative Problem-Solving Tutorials, Workshop Physics (WP), Physics with Video Analysis (PVA), and related online video analysis exercises. The course will also include the use of video analysis to identify analytic functions describing real data. Among other more recent developments are (1) 3rd ed. RTP E & M labs using video analysis, (2) ILDs using clickers, (3) online homework using Interactive Video Vignettes (IVVs), and (4) distance learning and in class labs using the self-contained, wireless IOLab (or other wireless data acquisition devices). Topics will be chosen from both semesters of introductory physics. Research on the effectiveness of these strategies will also be discussed.
The tools and software used in these active learning curricula are compatible with Macintosh and Windows OS, and with the popular interfaces and sensors. Participants will receive complimentary printed copies of the curricula (published by Wiley and Vernier, and also available for high school use as the ABP High School E-dition). Teaching Physics with the Physics Suite, a comprehensive book by E.F. Redish (University of Maryland) on strategies for implementing physics education research-based curricula, will also be distributed.
The course fee is $225. (Early bird registration until May 1 is $195.)
* Up to three graduate credits from the University of Oregon will be available for an additional $90/credit.
For more information and to register: http://pages.uoregon.edu/sokoloff/CHAUT.htm
David Sokoloff
Professor of Physics, University of Oregon
Way, way, way Past President, American Association of Physics Teachers (2011)
AAPT Fellow
Department of Physics
1274 University of Oregon
Eugene, OR 97403-1274
Phone: 541-221-6543
Fax: 541-346-5861
e-mail: sokoloff@uoregon.edu
Professor of Physics, University of Oregon
Way, way, way Past President, American Association of Physics Teachers (2011)
AAPT Fellow
Department of Physics
1274 University of Oregon
Eugene, OR 97403-1274
Phone: 541-221-6543
Fax: 541-346-5861
e-mail: sokoloff@uoregon.edu
(SectPres)
Spring 2019 Meeting
7 Jan1) The Joint Spring Meeting for AAPT-NES and APS-NES
will be held at Springfield College on March 22 & 23, 2019.
2) Contributed talks and posters are solicited in these topic areas:
a. Applying and Exploring Physics though Engineering Design/Maker Spaces
b. The hybrid disciplines: Intersection of Physics with Other Scientific
Domains (e.g. Geophysics, Biomechanics, etc)
c. Physics Education Research
3) More information and Registration will be on aapt-nes.wildapricot.org
around January 25.
Seeking Massachusetts Educators for Test Development Opportunities
5 DecMA DESE is collaborating with Pearson to review the Physics MTEL (high school teacher licensure exam) Jan 22-23 and is inviting educators to participate in the review. Would you be interested in forwarding this to MA-specific AAPT Board members…? See forwarded message below:
Dear Educator,
The Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education in partnership with the Evaluation Systems group of Pearson is holding an Objective Review Conference for the Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure (MTEL) Program. The conference will take place in Milford, MA.
For this conference, we are seeking Massachusetts educators with expertise in the following subject areas to meet to review, approve, and/or revise the draft test objectives and to help ensure that the content of the materials are accurate and appropriate for testing.
Each committee with meet for a one-day meeting as listed below:
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Biology – January 23, 2019
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Physics – January 23, 2019
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Technology/Engineering – January 23, 2019
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Digital Literacy/Computer Science – January 24, 2019
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Chemistry – January 24, 2019
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Elementary Mathematics – January 24, 2019
In addition, we will convene a Bias Review Committee, on January 22, 2019, to review draft test objectives to help ensure that the test materials are free from bias and reflective of the diversity of the Massachusetts population.
Substitute reimbursement is available to school districts. In addition, committee member’s travel and meal expenses are reimbursed, and hotel accommodations provided, if necessary. Additional details regarding benefits of participation are provided on the Massachusetts Educator Recruitment website.
How You Can Get Involved
Apply—Click here to complete an application for consideration for committee participation.
Nominate—Click here to submit your nominations of colleagues who may be interested in participating.
Share—Forward this message to other Massachusetts educators to share with colleagues.
Learn more—Visit the Massachusetts Educator Recruitment website to learn more about educator involvement in the test development process, eligibility criteria, and benefits of participation.
Questions—Contact me at evaluationsystemscrg@pearson.com if you have questions or need additional information.
Sincerely,
Robyn
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Fall Regional Meeting in NJ – Call for Papers
27 SepFor more information on the Northeast Regional Fall meeting, click here to go to the New Jersey Section to submit a paper and register.
Call for Papers — Regional AAPT meeting Nov 16-17, 2018
AAPT NORTHEAST REGIONAL MEETING
HOSTED BY THE NJ SECTION, ON BEHALF OF
NJ / NY / LI / NE / SEPA
CALL FOR PAPERS & POSTERS
NJAAPT is requesting proposals for papers (~20 min presentation/question time) or posters to be presented to NJ / NY / New England area Physics educators
Dates: Friday evening and Saturday Nov 16 & 17, 2018
Location: Bergen Community College Paramus, NJ
Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:
- Physics education topics / issues / research
- Classroom / lab ideas, use of technology
- Physics/science research of interest to science teachers to keep current in the field
Abstract submissions can be emailed to njaaptsubmit@gmail.com (deadline Oct 15, 2018)
Questions: contact Jim Signorelli at Jimsignorelli@hotmail.com
Spring Meeting Update
20 Jan
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