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| Abstract Title: | Computation in the Introductory Physics Course |
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| Abstract: | Integrating computation into the introductory physics course involves many challenges, both pedagogical and political. Most students have no background in computation; there are already too many required topics in the course; many faculty who teach this course are uncomfortable with computation. The possible payoff – empowering students to model complex real-world situations by applying fundamental physical principles – makes it worth persevering in this effort. After more than two decades of effort, however, many questions remain. This talk will focus on setting realistic and appropriate goals, providing a supportive computational environment, appropriate assessment, and identifying important research questions. |
| Abstract Type: | Invited Talk |
| Submission Category: | Introductory-level |
| Session: | Wednesday Invited Session: The State of Integrating Computation |
| Presentation: | Download the Presentation |
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| Abstract DOI: | 10.1119/PICUP.Abstract.2021Capstone.8648 |
Primary Author Information | |
| First name: | Ruth |
| Last name: | Chabay |
