PHYS 292 - Exploring Physics Teaching

Description:
Inquiry-based learning course that provides preparation for teaching physics using pedagogies that have been guided by physics education research.

Prerequisites:
Prerequisites: PHYS 113, PHYS 123, or PHYS 183.

Credits: (2)

Learner Outcomes, Activities and Assessments

Outcome	Activity	Assessment
Develop skills listening and responding to physics conceptions in a classroom.	Class discussion, video analysis	Write a case-study highlighting one’s own use of active listening to address a physics learning issue.
Use effective strategies for explaining physics skills and concepts	Class discussion, video analysis	Develop a tip sheet for helping students teach a physics concept or skill.
Effectively self-assess and reflect on teaching practice	Reflective notebook with templates of all relevant standards	Keep a reflective notebook based on the process standards of quantitative literacy that highlight all teaching experiences.
Develop pedagogical content knowledge in physics.	Article reading and reflections	Read articles and analyze a series of video case studies addressing teaching and learning issues in a physics class.