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Peer reviewedMartin-Diaz, M. J.; And Others – Physics Education, 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…
Descriptors: Acceleration (Physics), Enrichment Activities, Gravity (Physics), Learning Strategies
Peer reviewedHierrezuelo, J.; Carnero, C. – Physics Education, 1995
Presents an approach that provides a simple and adequate procedure for introducing the concept of rolling friction. Discusses some aspects related to rolling motion that are the source of students' misconceptions. Presents several didactic suggestions. (JRH)
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Mechanics (Physics), Misconceptions, Physics
Peer reviewedScott, A. J. – Physics Education, 2000
Describes soil mechanics as quite interesting and a pedagogically useful topic in which to present and analyze many concepts in physics. (Author/CCM)
Descriptors: Mechanics (Physics), Physics, Science Activities, Science Instruction
