Peer reviewed
Direct linkERIC Number: EJ791492
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2008-May
Pages: 9
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ISSN: ISSN-0031-9120
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An Empirical-Mathematical Modelling Approach to Upper Secondary Physics
Angell, Carl; Kind, Per Morten; Henriksen, Ellen K.; Guttersrud, Oystein
Physics Education, v43 n3 p256-264 May 2008
In this paper we describe a teaching approach focusing on modelling in physics, emphasizing scientific reasoning based on empirical data and using the notion of multiple representations of physical phenomena as a framework. We describe modelling activities from a project (PHYS 21) and relate some experiences from implementation of the modelling approach in Norwegian upper secondary physics classrooms. (Contains 7 figures.)
Descriptors: Physics, Teaching Methods, Mathematical Models, Secondary School Science, Science Instruction, Scientific Concepts, Foreign Countries
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Publication Type: Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Secondary Education
Audience: Teachers
Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Norway
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