#iteachphysics Archive

iteachphysics - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:00 AM EDT

Good morning and welcome to this week's #iteachphysics chat

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:00 AM EDT

Good morning and welcome to this week's #iteachphysics chat

iteachphysics - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:00 AM EDT

Today's #iteachphysics topics: Connecting K12 & HigherEd PD #AAPTSM16 #NSTA16 #PhysicsTeachingforSocialJustice

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:00 AM EDT

Today's #iteachphysics topics: Connecting K12 & HigherEd PD #AAPTSM16 #NSTA16 #PhysicsTeachingforSocialJustice

iteachphysics - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:01 AM EDT

A long list of issues for #physics teachers for sure. #iteachphysics

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:01 AM EDT

A long list of issues for #physics teachers for sure. #iteachphysics

iteachphysics - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:02 AM EDT

Before we jump in to the first topic let's do our #iteachphysics regular roll call. Please tell us where and what level students you teach

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:02 AM EDT

Before we jump in to the first topic let's do our #iteachphysics regular roll call. Please tell us where and what level students you teach

iteachphysics - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:03 AM EDT

Please be sure to include the #iteachphysics h/t in all your tweets.

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:03 AM EDT

Please be sure to include the #iteachphysics h/t in all your tweets.

nuclear94 Jul 9 @ 10:03 AM EDT

Jeff Terry from @IIT_Science. I teach UG and Grad physics. #iteachphysics

aplusphysics Jul 9 @ 10:05 AM EDT

@iteachphysics #iteachphysics Dan Fullerton, AP-C and Regents Physics, Rochester NY

hsmith24 Jul 9 @ 10:05 AM EDT

Hilary from NC HS freshman physics #iteachphysics

wslaton Jul 9 @ 10:05 AM EDT

I teach algebra-based physics to pre-med and applied health majors (and upper level physics courses for majors) at a PUI. #iteachphysics

iteachphysics - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:06 AM EDT

On first #iteachphysics topic what do college instructors do for teaching PD? What do HS teachers do for content PD? Where do the 2 meet?

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:06 AM EDT

On first #iteachphysics topic what do college instructors do for teaching PD? What do HS teachers do for content PD? Where do the 2 meet?

nuclear94 Jul 9 @ 10:08 AM EDT

I start by trying to figure out what classes I may be teaching the following year. @BlackPhysicists #iteachphysics

iteachphysics - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:09 AM EDT

I believe @MissStrunk and a team of colleagues went to @CERN where their PD certainly touched on content and pedagogy. #iteachphysics

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:09 AM EDT

I believe @MissStrunk and a team of colleagues went to @CERN where their PD certainly touched on content and pedagogy. #iteachphysics

hsmith24 Jul 9 @ 10:10 AM EDT

HS teachers do what they go looking for or inspired to do. I wanted inquiry based 3 yrs ago and found #modphys #iteachphysics

nuclear94 Jul 9 @ 10:10 AM EDT

If I've taught the course before, I pull my notes and try to determine what worked well and what didn't @BlackPhysicists #iteachphysics

wslaton Jul 9 @ 10:10 AM EDT

We coordinate with the UCA STEM Institute for faculty led PD w/ teachers: https://t.co/qjuxcmt0Lg #iteachphysics

nuclear94 Jul 9 @ 10:11 AM EDT

I try to adapt what I've learned from the literature about best teaching practices. I try and incorporate @BlackPhysicists #iteachphysics

iteachphysics - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:11 AM EDT

#iteachphysics https://t.co/feKXixaAQm

SPIEstudents Jul 5 @ 7:22 PM EDT

Optics demonstrations don't have to be expensive - and neither is the instruction #SanDiego #Science @NSTA @AAPTHQ https://t.co/dflwEA1rAw

wslaton Jul 9 @ 10:11 AM EDT

The Institure polls teachers what they want/need and then tries to provide it. Taught programming workshop that way recently. #iteachphysics

hsmith24 Jul 9 @ 10:11 AM EDT

Although now I'm really getting interested in design thinking approach but need more training #iteachphysics

nuclear94 Jul 9 @ 10:12 AM EDT

those changes as I rewrite notes for the new year @BlackPhysicists #iteachphysics

wslaton Jul 9 @ 10:13 AM EDT

#iteachphysics for my own PD - that's what Twitter is for. :-)

nuclear94 Jul 9 @ 10:13 AM EDT

If I haven't taught a course before, I scramble madly to put something together @BlackPhysicists #iteachphysics

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:13 AM EDT

#iteachphysics @nuclear94 At K12 level there are hard qualification measures for teaching, e.g., @NBPTS Should this exist in higher ed?

nuclear94 Jul 9 @ 10:14 AM EDT

And recognize from past experience not everything will work. @BlackPhysicists #iteachphysics

iteachphysics - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:15 AM EDT

Check out the great pics by @AllyUoWPhysics of @XMaSSchoolTrip student visit to @esrfsynchrotron #iteachphysics https://t.co/4dV20Ev7We

nuclear94 Jul 9 @ 10:15 AM EDT

I don't think hard qualification or quantification measures are appropriate in Higher Ed. #iteachphysics @BlackPhysicists @NBPTS

nuclear94 Jul 9 @ 10:16 AM EDT

In fact you can make a strong argument for the opposite. @BlackPhysicists @NBPTS #iteachphysics

iteachphysics - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:17 AM EDT

How would a HS #physics teacher actually use physics research journals in the classroom? #iteachphysics https://t.co/BXt2t1yy0N

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Nov 5 @ 7:15 AM EST

#iteachphysics Did you know free access to AIP & APS physics journals is available to public and K-12 libraries? http://t.co/hODMBXyw4h

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:17 AM EDT

How would a HS #physics teacher actually use physics research journals in the classroom? #iteachphysics https://t.co/Ujp2GtxZdG

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Nov 5 @ 7:15 AM EST

#iteachphysics Did you know free access to AIP & APS physics journals is available to public and K-12 libraries? http://t.co/hODMBXyw4h

nuclear94 Jul 9 @ 10:17 AM EDT

As research becomes more interdisciplinary, the soft, fuzzy thinking skills become far more valuable. @BlackPhysicists @NBPTS #iteachphysics

nuclear94 Jul 9 @ 10:18 AM EDT

Learning how to think, evaluate, and adapt is more important than conventional hard focus education @BlackPhysicists @NBPTS #iteachphysics

iteachphysics - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:19 AM EDT

#iteachphysics @nuclear94 The @NBPTS process might not be so bad in higher ed, for the assessment, evaluation, review process...like ABET

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:19 AM EDT

#iteachphysics @nuclear94 The @NBPTS process might not be so bad in higher ed, for the assessment, evaluation, review process...like ABET

aplusphysics Jul 9 @ 10:20 AM EDT

Work with other teachers to build resources supporting best practices #iteachphysics

iteachphysics - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:20 AM EDT

#iteachphysics https://t.co/E2tvUvG2W6

bernardslippers Jul 9 @ 9:22 AM EDT

How scientific culture discourages new ideas... this can and should be fixed by funders & employers! https://t.co/hFOUf6ommz

nuclear94 Jul 9 @ 10:21 AM EDT

Unfortunately I'm not convinced that ABET doesn't do more harm than good. @iteachphysics @NBPTS #iteachphysics

MrLeNadj Jul 9 @ 10:21 AM EDT

@hsmith24 I found attending local @AAPTHQ section & national meetings very helpful. Also taking advantage of #iteachphysics chats helps too.

nuclear94 Jul 9 @ 10:22 AM EDT

Rigid course requirements tend to be backwards looking. Doesn't always make for best problem solvers @iteachphysics @NBPTS #iteachphysics

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:23 AM EDT

+@wslaton Can you envision a scenario where social media could connect college and HS physics classrooms? #iteachphysics

MrLeNadj Jul 9 @ 10:23 AM EDT

Awaiting my son's appearance in the #cherryfestival2016 parade. Also trying to contribute to #iteachphysics chat. https://t.co/vKIsI8U8GC

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:25 AM EDT

Are we regressing to Duck And Cover? (1951) Bert The Turtle https://t.co/khMvB6agxa https://t.co/X4SbuvYusm #iteachphysics

sljournal Jul 9 @ 9:45 AM EDT

Active Shooter Policies in Libraries | #ALAAC16 https://t.co/Sd9Z1LRtPL https://t.co/noU7NCzGqA

iteachphysics - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:25 AM EDT

Are we regressing to Duck And Cover? (1951) Bert The Turtle https://t.co/e5fhkojW1g https://t.co/g5G3lvw3RZ #iteachphysics

sljournal Jul 9 @ 9:45 AM EDT

Active Shooter Policies in Libraries | #ALAAC16 https://t.co/Sd9Z1LRtPL https://t.co/noU7NCzGqA

wslaton Jul 9 @ 10:25 AM EDT

.@BlackPhysicists #iteachphysics Love to use Google Hangouts to connect HS and College classrooms for mentoring & physics/astro seminars

wslaton Jul 9 @ 10:26 AM EDT

Here's a link to our previous seminar series: https://t.co/2jUJYMIiUw Still on you-tube - new schedule in month. #iteachphysics

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:26 AM EDT

+@wslaton Do you have a line-up of speakers for the Fall. #iteachphysics

wslaton Jul 9 @ 10:27 AM EDT

@BlackPhysicists #iteachphysics Not yet. If anyone knows good and diverse physics/astro speakers let me know!

nuclear94 Jul 9 @ 10:27 AM EDT

I've said it before, my group doesn't do closed form physics. @Casillic @BlackPhysicists @NBPTS #iteachphysics https://t.co/XnhN48fq1d

nuclear94 Jun 29 @ 10:50 PM EDT

I'd rather take a creative thinker for my group any day. @heyprofbow

nuclear94 Jul 9 @ 10:29 AM EDT

Creativity is much more important to me than ability to solve already solved problems. @Casillic @BlackPhysicists @NBPTS #iteachphysics

MrLeNadj Jul 9 @ 10:29 AM EDT

#iteachphysics 9-12, 2YC, & Univ., in #Michigan & #iteachastronomy #iteachforensicscience #iteachmath at various levels

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:29 AM EDT

Moving to #PhysicsTeachingForSocialJustice has every one seen @RiPhysKin webinar? #iteachphysics https://t.co/ZZVflary8X

RiPhysKin Jul 5 @ 11:00 AM EDT

My webinar, "Physics Teaching for Social Justice", is available for free to all: https://t.co/n7XoHOZoCX #iteachphysics #SoJustEdu #educolor

iteachphysics - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:29 AM EDT

Moving to #PhysicsTeachingForSocialJustice has every one seen @RiPhysKin webinar? #iteachphysics https://t.co/3DXiIkKxyh

RiPhysKin Jul 5 @ 11:00 AM EDT

My webinar, "Physics Teaching for Social Justice", is available for free to all: https://t.co/n7XoHOZoCX #iteachphysics #SoJustEdu #educolor

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:31 AM EDT

#iteachphysics @APSDiversity & @AAPTHQ Cmte on Diversity issued an 'unofficial statement' re this week's events https://t.co/LPJhittoOX

SFOregonian Jul 8 @ 8:25 PM EDT

APS Committee on Minorities and AAPT Committee on Diversity Members Make Unofficial Stmnt on Sterling and Castile https://t.co/wg4SfCaewo

iteachphysics - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:31 AM EDT

#iteachphysics @APSDiversity & @AAPTHQ Cmte on Diversity issued an 'unofficial statement' re this week's events https://t.co/W9MhLuAUvQ

SFOregonian Jul 8 @ 8:25 PM EDT

APS Committee on Minorities and AAPT Committee on Diversity Members Make Unofficial Stmnt on Sterling and Castile https://t.co/wg4SfCaewo

wslaton Jul 9 @ 10:31 AM EDT

@iteachphysics @RiPhysKin #iteachphysics Its on my To-Do list for this weekend.

MrLeNadj Jul 9 @ 10:32 AM EDT

@BlackPhysicists #iteachphysics A: It would seem to me that the two should meet at the pedagogy implementation so that Ss transition well.

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:33 AM EDT

#iteachphysics Lot's of issues this week for #physics. How much gun does an individual need? Should stinger missile systems be avail?

iteachphysics - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:33 AM EDT

#iteachphysics Lot's of issues this week for #physics. How much gun does an individual need? Should stinger missile systems be avail?

iteachphysics - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:35 AM EDT

#PhysicsTeachingForSocialJustice #iteachphysics https://t.co/56JJ9EeqZ9

TedHardman19 Jun 21 @ 4:52 PM EDT

TIL: The physics behind why a high-velocity gunshot wound does soo much damage when it hits human tissue. Link com… https://t.co/wIx05756hX

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:35 AM EDT

#PhysicsTeachingForSocialJustice #iteachphysics https://t.co/lFKrFsB4fV

TedHardman19 Jun 21 @ 4:52 PM EDT

TIL: The physics behind why a high-velocity gunshot wound does soo much damage when it hits human tissue. Link com… https://t.co/wIx05756hX

wslaton Jul 9 @ 10:36 AM EDT

mmmm interesting to explore as part of a physics of forensics. Lots of war-based projectile motion problems too unfortunatley #iteachphysics

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:37 AM EDT

#iteachphysics What do you think of mechanics course including material on physics of high velocity gunshot and tissue damage?

iteachphysics - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:37 AM EDT

#iteachphysics What do you think of mechanics course including material on physics of high velocity gunshot and tissue damage?

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:38 AM EDT

The physics, pathophysiology, and management of high velocity gunshot wounds https://t.co/aNn5nKyQSC #iteachphysics

iteachphysics - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:38 AM EDT

The physics, pathophysiology, and management of high velocity gunshot wounds https://t.co/Tq9Ar7ksIu #iteachphysics

wslaton Jul 9 @ 10:39 AM EDT

@iteachphysics #iteachphysics Would go well with pre-med students who struggle w/ the relevance of physics to their courses.

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:39 AM EDT

Physics of mv in ballistics: Can human body be displaced or knocked down by a small arms projectile? https://t.co/Evej3NXFfI #iteachphysics

iteachphysics - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:39 AM EDT

Physics of mv in ballistics: Can human body be displaced or knocked down by a small arms projectile? https://t.co/LzpGwP87OQ #iteachphysics

nuclear94 Jul 9 @ 10:40 AM EDT

That is indeed an interesting problem. As I was self exploring this week, I decided @Casillic @BlackPhysicists @NBPTS #iteachphysics

iteachphysics - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:40 AM EDT

Injuries from explosions: physics, biophysics, pathology, and required research focus https://t.co/lwi5OlthsZ #iteachphysics

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:40 AM EDT

Injuries from explosions: physics, biophysics, pathology, and required research focus https://t.co/QhLqEzQoRn #iteachphysics

wslaton Jul 9 @ 10:41 AM EDT

@iteachphysics #iteachphysics I'll sometimes show videos of people hurting themselves doing stunts and talk about forces during hit.

wslaton Jul 9 @ 10:42 AM EDT

@wslaton @iteachphysics #iteachphysics "Who needs your help first? the kid whose head bounced on the concrete or the kid who didn't?"

MrLeNadj Jul 9 @ 10:42 AM EDT

@BlackPhysicists I think care, love, & respect 4 one another is what we need now more than anything else. Good dose of #iteachphysics helps!

nuclear94 Jul 9 @ 10:43 AM EDT

Sometimes depends upon how they are done and what is excluded by doing so @numericalguy @Casillic @BlackPhysicists @NBPTS #iteachphysics

nuclear94 Jul 9 @ 10:44 AM EDT

That the class that I learned the most in was in my second semester as an undergrad @Casillic @BlackPhysicists @NBPTS #iteachphysics.

iteachphysics - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:45 AM EDT

#iteachphysics https://t.co/ylFpdlRXc2

ScienceReport Jul 9 @ 7:44 AM EDT

Science Teachers: Apply to Pilot #stem #Education #edchat #teachers https://t.co/BJ1JgZ9yLJ https://t.co/vgwcckl7Ds https://t.co/rG6p3rkYCn

nuclear94 Jul 9 @ 10:45 AM EDT

We did every conceivable permutation of particle in a box. Interacting particles in a box @Casillic @BlackPhysicists @NBPTS #iteachphysics

iteachphysics - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:46 AM EDT

Is a combo of #citizenscience, PBL and SM connected classrooms a solution to creativity, community empathy & #social justice? #iteachphysics

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:46 AM EDT

Is a combo of #citizenscience, PBL and SM connected classrooms a solution to creativity, community empathy & #social justice? #iteachphysics

nuclear94 Jul 9 @ 10:46 AM EDT

More particle in a box than you can shake a stick at. @Casillic @BlackPhysicists @NBPTS #iteachphysics

JVPhysics Jul 9 @ 10:46 AM EDT

@BlackPhysicists Depends on the level physics being taught. I think it would be better placed in a forensic course. #iteachphysics

iteachphysics - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:47 AM EDT

Is a combo of #citizenscience, PBL and SM connected classrooms a solution to creativity, community empathy & #socialjustice? #iteachphysics

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:47 AM EDT

Is a combo of #citizenscience, PBL and SM connected classrooms a solution to creativity, community empathy & #socialjustice? #iteachphysics

nuclear94 Jul 9 @ 10:47 AM EDT

I ended up with great intuition from a simple system which has benefited me tremendously @Casillic @BlackPhysicists @NBPTS #iteachphysics

wslaton Jul 9 @ 10:47 AM EDT

#iteachphysics we start the semester w/ syllabus and emergency evac plans (tornado, active shooter, etc). Does anybody continue convo?

nuclear94 Jul 9 @ 10:48 AM EDT

As I now design multilayer structures for example. @Casillic @BlackPhysicists @NBPTS #iteachphysics

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:48 AM EDT

#iteachphysics @JVPhysics How often is that subject actually taught, especially at the HS level?

nuclear94 Jul 9 @ 10:49 AM EDT

With modern computational techniques we can give students more variations on these problems @Casillic @BlackPhysicists @NBPTS #iteachphysics

nuclear94 Jul 9 @ 10:50 AM EDT

Including potentials that likely have never been solved. Just a different take on physics. @Casillic @BlackPhysicists @NBPTS #iteachphysics

MrLeNadj Jul 9 @ 10:50 AM EDT

Units on impulse, momentum, & KE are excellent 4 teaching about safety matters in general. It is our duty 2 teach about these!#iteachphysics

iteachphysics - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:51 AM EDT

Physicists really took on issue of nuclear weapons & war. Should we do the same with small arms and gunshot mechanics? #iteachphysics

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:51 AM EDT

Physicists really took on issue of nuclear weapons & war. Should we do the same with small arms and gunshot mechanics? #iteachphysics

wslaton Jul 9 @ 10:52 AM EDT

#iteachphysics we built that thing - we own it - we are responsible for it. Not same for guns/gun culture - but no reason not to make issue

wslaton Jul 9 @ 10:53 AM EDT

@iteachphysics #iteachphysics but how to tie to social change? team teach w/ liberal arts instructor?

MrLeNadj Jul 9 @ 10:53 AM EDT

@JVPhysics @BlackPhysicists I'd treat it in both courses but using different approaches. Crossdisciplinary items are gems of #iteachphysics.

JVPhysics Jul 9 @ 10:55 AM EDT

@BlackPhysicists For HS students I use movie clips and have them analysis if the physics is correct. No tissue analysis. #iteachphysics

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:55 AM EDT

In our last #iteachphysics 10 minutes I want to point you to @AAPTHQ #AAPTSM16 https://t.co/3A8Ah0OLea Lots of great talks on the program!

iteachphysics - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:55 AM EDT

In our last #iteachphysics 10 minutes I want to point you to @AAPTHQ #AAPTSM16 https://t.co/3coPoVg7Wc Lots of great talks on the program!

MissStrunk Jul 9 @ 10:55 AM EDT

Sad I missed #iteachphysics got the time difference wrong, but at least I have a great view https://t.co/UKo78gVNju

JohnDredla Jul 9 @ 10:56 AM EDT

John Dredla from Minnesota. I teach 6th grade physics and engineering #iteachphysics

nuclear94 Jul 9 @ 10:56 AM EDT

.arundquist @rjallain and I have discussed whether or not writing pseudocode as an answer to a problem is appropriate #iteachphysics

iteachphysics - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:56 AM EDT

Also check out @NSTA events #NSTA16 https://t.co/QU1uqTlYLr #iteachphysics

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:56 AM EDT

Also check out @NSTA events #NSTA16 https://t.co/zh7AMTplFj #iteachphysics

nuclear94 Jul 9 @ 10:57 AM EDT

Nuts that should have been @arundquist @rjallain #iteachphysics

MrLeNadj Jul 9 @ 10:58 AM EDT

@BlackPhysicists Why not? Aren't we part and parcel of the fabric of this nation and the world at large? #iteachphysics with heart & mind!

nuclear94 Jul 9 @ 10:58 AM EDT

As @BlackPhysicists has asked about social justice in physics. I think computational techniques are a great enabler #iteachphysics

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:58 AM EDT

+@NSTA book Whole-Class Inquiry: Creating Ss-Centered Science Communities https://t.co/KL1VJLpO8m #iteachphysics https://t.co/iHEavQfRm3

iteachphysics - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:58 AM EDT

+@NSTA book Whole-Class Inquiry: Creating Ss-Centered Science Communities https://t.co/o9Zca1yszq #iteachphysics https://t.co/9kesVyltC9

rjallain Jul 9 @ 10:59 AM EDT

@nuclear94 @arundquist if you are going to have an in-class test question, I think pseudo code is fine. Platform independent #iteachphysics

MissStrunk Jul 9 @ 10:59 AM EDT

We get little to no content PD it usually to expensive and hard to find #iteachphysics https://t.co/sF4t7Z7JiB

BlackPhysicists - Moderator Jul 9 @ 10:06 AM EDT

On first #iteachphysics topic what do college instructors do for teaching PD? What do HS teachers do for content PD? Where do the 2 meet?

nuclear94 Jul 9 @ 10:59 AM EDT

So many high school students miss out on a strong mathematics education but nearly all can add and subtract @BlackPhysicists #iteachphysics