PHYS 255 Tutoring Physics (SERV-2) View in Kuali Update Delete Update Rules PDF


Catalog 2014 — Indefinite    

Description

In this course, students will gain knowledge of current research that provides information about learning and learning styles. They will learn and demonstrate good pedagogical tools that promote learning in Physics. They will be trained with effective one-on-one teaching methodologies such as Socratic dialogue, concept modeling and scaffolding. They will also be instructed in methods that will help identify common physical misconceptions that cause the learner difficulty with physics. Active tutoring, totaling 15 hours during the semester, will allow the tutors to use the identification tools and instructional methods mastered so that they can become adept at working with all types of learners and subject materials.

Credits

1

Terms Offered

WINTER

Prerequisites