Mathematics & Science Institute 2007
July 23-25, 2007
Physics
the mathematical description of physical phenomena covers events inside the nucleus
of an atom to the interaction of clusters of galaxies. The following sessions
center upon topics that pertain to this important subject. Note that when possible presenters have indicated
the typical middle, secondary, or college level courses that their work is germain to. Note that morning
sessions run from 9:00 until 10:50 am and afternoon sessions from 1:00 until 2:50 pm.
Physics Sessions
(Linked to sessions #11 and #12)
This course is for those physics teachers who enjoy problem solving and would like their students to feel the same. Activities include individual and small-group problem solving, discussions about pedagogy of problem solving and its role in teaching physics. We will solve many problems from various sources, including my book Challenging Problems for Physics and my column of challenges in The Physics Teacher. You will receive a supply of great physics puzzles to bring home.
Courses of Interest: High School and beyond
Leader: Boris Korsunsky, (bio), Weston High School, Weston, MA
(Linked to sessions #8 and #9)
Historically, the basis for a good deal of secondary mathematics stems from the development of physics. In fact, Isaac Newton invented the Calculus in order to solve problems relating to the gravitational force produced by extended bodies in space (namely, the Earth). Our focus here is very basic. Participants will gain a conceptual and mathematical understanding of the physics used in the secondary curriculum. The course is a basic physics college class with mathematics teachers in mind. The emphasis is on problem solving not laboratory work. No previous physics education is necessary. If you had physics a long time ago and remember little to nothing or have never had a physics class, this is for you! Stress level for this class is rated as ZERO! Knowledge of a TI graphing calculator is helpful but not necessary.
Topics include:
Day 1: Measurement and uncertainty, kinematics in one dimension
Day 2: Kinematics in two dimensions and dynamics
Day 3: More on dynamics, circular motion, Kepler’s three Laws and Newton’s Universal Law of Gravity
Courses of Interest: High School and beyond
Leader: Ira Nirenberg, (bio), University of Chicago Math & Science School
(Linked to sessions #10 and #12)
This course is for those physics teachers who enjoy problem solving and would like their students to feel the same. Activities include individual and small-group problem solving, discussions about pedagogy of problem solving and its role in teaching physics. We will solve many problems from various sources, including my book Challenging Problems for Physics and my column of challenges in The Physics Teacher. You will receive a supply of great physics puzzles to bring home.
Courses of Interest: High School and beyond
Leader: Boris Korsunsky, (bio), Weston High School, Weston, MA
(Linked to sessions #7 and #9)
Historically, the basis for a good deal of secondary mathematics stems from the development of physics. In fact, Isaac Newton invented the Calculus in order to solve problems relating to the gravitational force produced by extended bodies in space (namely, the Earth). Our focus here is very basic. Participants will gain a conceptual and mathematical understanding of the physics used in the secondary curriculum. The course is a basic physics college class with mathematics teachers in mind. The emphasis is on problem solving not laboratory work. No previous physics education is necessary. If you had physics a long time ago and remember little to nothing or have never had a physics class, this is for you! Stress level for this class is rated as ZERO! Knowledge of a TI graphing calculator is helpful but not necessary.
Topics include:
Day 1: Measurement and uncertainty, kinematics in one dimension
Day 2: Kinematics in two dimensions and dynamics
Day 3: More on dynamics, circular motion, Kepler’s three Laws and Newton’s Universal Law of Gravity
Courses of Interest: High School and beyond
Leader: Ira Nirenberg, (bio), University of Chicago Math & Science School
Description: Come see what’s new from TI! In this session, you’ll discover new technology, resources, and activities for your classroom. This session is appropriate for secondary math and science teachers. No experience needed!
Courses of Interest:Geometry
Leader: Ellen Johnston, (bio), Texas Instruments
(Linked to sessions #10 and #11)
This course is for those physics teachers who enjoy problem solving and would like their students to feel the same. Activities include individual and small-group problem solving, discussions about pedagogy of problem solving and its role in teaching physics. We will solve many problems from various sources, including my book Challenging Problems for Physics and my column of challenges in The Physics Teacher. You will receive a supply of great physics puzzles to bring home.
Courses of Interest: High School and beyond
Leader: Boris Korsunsky, (bio), Weston High School, Weston, MA
(Linked to sessions #7 and #8)
Historically, the basis for a good deal of secondary mathematics stems from the development of physics. In fact, Isaac Newton invented the Calculus in order to solve problems relating to the gravitational force produced by extended bodies in space (namely, the Earth). Our focus here is very basic. Participants will gain a conceptual and mathematical understanding of the physics used in the secondary curriculum. The course is a basic physics college class with mathematics teachers in mind. The emphasis is on problem solving not laboratory work. No previous physics education is necessary. If you had physics a long time ago and remember little to nothing or have never had a physics class, this is for you! Stress level for this class is rated as ZERO! Knowledge of a TI graphing calculator is helpful but not necessary.
Topics include:
Day 1: Measurement and uncertainty, kinematics in one dimension
Day 2: Kinematics in two dimensions and dynamics
Day 3: More on dynamics, circular motion, Kepler’s three Laws and Newton’s Universal Law of Gravity
Courses of Interest: High School and beyond
Leader: Ira Nirenberg, (bio), University of Chicago Math & Science School