Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ449133
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 1992
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ISSN: ISSN-0031-9120
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Science Fiction Comes into the Classroom: "Maelstrom II."
Martin-Diaz, M. J.; And Others
Physics Education, v27 n1 p18-23 Jan 1992
Proposes the critical analysis of science fiction as a motivational enhancement for students to be strategically engaged in the learning of scientific concepts. Exemplifies this strategy with the analysis of the data presented in the science fiction short story, "Maelstrom II" written by Arthur C. Clarke, utilizing mathematical concepts from classical mechanics. (nine references) (JJK)
Descriptors: Acceleration (Physics), Enrichment Activities, Gravity (Physics), Learning Strategies, Literary Criticism, Mathematical Enrichment, Mechanics (Physics), Motivation Techniques, Science Education, Science Fiction, Science Instruction, Secondary Education, Secondary School Science, Teaching Methods
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Learner; Guides - Classroom - Teacher
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Audience: Students; Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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