ERIC Number: EJ1052006
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2012
Pages: 6
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ISSN: EISSN-1309-7202
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Fluorescence: An Interdisciplinary Phenomenon for Different Education Levels
García, J. A.; Moreno, J. M.; Perales, F. J.; Romero, J.; Sánchez, P.; Gómez-Robledo, L.
European Journal of Physics Education, v3 n3 p30-35 2012
This paper shows the scientific foundations of a natural phenomenon of undoubted interest and applicability in our day, fluorescence, and its possibilities for teaching at three educational levels: primary, secondary and university. It begins by describing the nature of the phenomenon and continues by explaining how we work with students of the levels mentioned. The method of teaching starts questioning them on fluorescent tubes and fluorescent material. These questions will lead to further research into three topics: 1) fluorescent materials; 2) features of the visual system; and 3) lighting systems, types of lamps and its characteristics. The work then demonstrates its usefulness as an interdisciplinary phenomenon and as a mean of motivating students' learning.
Descriptors: Science Instruction, Scientific Concepts, Elementary School Science, Secondary School Science, College Science, Interdisciplinary Approach, Teaching Methods, Light, Lighting, Science Laboratories, Foreign Countries
Erciyes University. Melikgazi, Kayseri, 38039 Turkey. Tel: +90-352-207-6666; Web site: http://ejpe.erciyes.edu.tr/index.php/EJPE
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Education; Secondary Education; Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Spain
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