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Revisions
to High School Physics
Laboratory Curriculum
Jeremy Ouellette '04
Abstract:
The high school physics curriculum in New York State has changed significantly since the implementation of the Regent's examination system. Students are being asked to tackle much more advanced theories of physics than before, including elementary quantum theory. However, the physics curriculum is packed so tightly that high school teachers are left with little time for labs or experimentation with their class. Furthermore, many high schools lack the advanced laboratory equipment to demonstrate such phenomena. Laboratory activities, especially those involving quantum theories, serve a twofold purpose in student learning. First, they serve to give another view of physical theories, making specific connections for kinesthetic and visual learners, those who learn by experiencing and observing. Second, they serve to get students excited about advanced physical theories. Many of the experiments involving quantum phenomena can be the most interesting laboratories a student can do.
For more information, contact Dr. Karen Johnson:
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