Active learning of introductory optics: real-time physics labs, interactive lecture demonstrations and magic

David R. Sokoloff

doi:10.1117/12.2207768

24 October 2005 Active learning of introductory optics: real-time physics labs, interactive lecture demonstrations and magic

David R. Sokoloff

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Proceedings Volume 9664, Ninth International Topical Meeting on Education and Training in Optics and Photonics; 96642R (2005) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2207768
Event: Ninth International Topical Meeting on Education and Training in Optics and Photonics, 2005, Marseille, France

Abstract

Widespread physics education research has shown that most introductory physics students have difficulty learning essential optics concepts - even in the best of traditional courses, and that well-designed active learning approaches can remedy this problem. This mini-workshop and the associated poster session will provide direct experience with methods for promoting students' active involvement in the learning process in lecture and laboratory. Participants will have hands-on experience with activities from RealTime Physics labs and Interactive Lecture Demonstrations - a learning strategy for large (and small) lectures, including specially designed Optics Magic Tricks. The poster will provide more details on these highly effective curricula.

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David R. Sokoloff "Active learning of introductory optics: real-time physics labs, interactive lecture demonstrations and magic", Proc. SPIE 9664, Ninth International Topical Meeting on Education and Training in Optics and Photonics, 96642R (24 October 2005); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.2207768

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Active optics

Data acquisition

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