Challenging Concepts in Physics: Using Research to Identify Student Misconceptions And Assess Studen

Overview

Subject area

PHYS

Catalog Number

66000

Course Title

Challenging Concepts in Physics: Using Research to Identify Student Misconceptions And Assess Studen

Description

Overview of research and theory related to misconceptions in physics. Students will be expected to develop a research proposal or to conduct the research in their own classrooms, and write a paper in the form of a journal article. The article will serve as the comprehensive examination for the science portion of the MA degree.

Typically Offered

Fall, Spring

Academic Career

Graduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Credits

Minimum Units

4

Maximum Units

4

Academic Progress Units

4

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

4

Course Schedule