View From Physics, A : Discipline-Based Education Research / Lillian C. McDermott

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

McDermott, Lillian C.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

online resource (216 pages)

Place of Publication:

Melville, New York : AIP Publishing, 2021

Summary:

A View From Physics: Discipline-Based Education Research presents the author's account as one of the founders of the field of physics education research, the scientific study of the teaching and learning of physics. The hallmark of this relatively new field is the use of rigorous analytical and quantitative study to develop more effective curriculum and validate its efficacy. This unique title features: -- The founder's personal history of building the world-renowned Physics Education Group at the University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, USA -- An outline of the growth of physics education research, including discussions of current topics -- A chronicle of the author's pioneering career as one of the few women in physics during the mid-20th century and her lasting impact on physics education A View From Physics: Discipline-Based Education Research offers insights and perspectives for university physics faculty, physics education researchers, secondary school physics/physical science teachers, and those interested in science education more broadly. This book is also for those interested in the history of women in science.

Contents:

The Path to Physics Education Research at the University of Washington - Experience with K-12 Teachers and Underprepared Students - Starting a Ph.D. Program in PER at the University of Washington - Building the PEG and the Field of PER Together - Research-Based Curriculum Development: Physics by Inquiry - Inspiration and Reflections: Teachers Speak about the Physics for Teachers Program at UW - Developing and Learning from Tutorials in Introductory Physics - Growth and Influence of the Physics Education Group at the University of Washington - Building a Field: Institutional Support, Publishing, and Networks - Conclusion.

Other Format:

Printed edition

ISBN:

9780735423800

9780735423817

9780735423824

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license.