Using Two Models in Optics: Students' Difficulties and Suggestions for Teaching.

Colin, P.; Viennot, L.

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ERIC Number: EJ652854

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Publication Date: 2001

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Using Two Models in Optics: Students' Difficulties and Suggestions for Teaching.

Colin, P.; Viennot, L.

American Journal of Physics, v69 n7 pS36-S44 Jul 2001

Focuses on difficulties linked to situations in physics involving two models--geometrical optics and wave optics. Presents content analysis underlining two important features required for addressing such situations: (1) awareness of the status of the drawings; and (2) the 'backward selection' of paths of light. (Contains 24 references.) (Author/YDS)

Descriptors: Educational Strategies, Higher Education, Models, Optics, Physics, Science Instruction

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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