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ERIC Number: EJ128462
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1975
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Using Case Studies in the Teaching of Physical Principles
Lowe, Ian
Physics Education, 10, 7, 491-492, Nov 75
Proposes the use of problems of the everyday world to motivate students to master basic physical principles. Cites the example of conversion of solar energy by a photovoltaic cell as a source of topics in electricity and solid state physics. (CP)
Descriptors: Case Studies, College Science, Higher Education, Instructional Materials, Physics, Science Activities, Science Education, Solar Radiation, Teaching Methods
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Audience: Practitioners
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