Activity-Based Tutorials: Modern Physics

Activity-Based Tutorials are a set of small-group, guided inquiry learning materials designed for use in recitation and discussion sections.

Students develop conceptual knowledge of the physics through:

• simple experiments using computer data acquisition tools,
• basic observations enhanced by the use of digitized videotape of real phenomena,
• analysis of computer simulations that aid in visualization of abstract ideas
• conceptually rich problems.

The Activity-Based Tutorials are designed to accompany and enhance lecture instruction. They have been developed using a cycle of physics education research, including investigations into student learning on a given topic, development, and revision of the materials based on evaluation after use in the classroom.

In Activity-Based Tutorials Volume 2: Modern Physics, tutorials exist for topics in probability, quantum tunneling, and conductivity.

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