Published In
Physics Teacher
Document Type
Post-Print
Publication Date
9-2019
Subjects
Physics -- Study and teaching (Higher) -- Technological innovations, Physics -- Computer-assisted instruction, Active learning, Portland State University, Chemeketa Community College, Physics -- Study and teaching (Higher) -- Case studies
Abstract
The IOLab is a versatile and inexpensive data acquisition device in a cart that can roll on its three wheels. It has numerous sensors for a variety of physical quantities. We adapted RealTime Physics, Module 1: Mechanics active learning labs for use with the IOLab. We tested these labs both on campus and with distance learners at Portland State University and Chemeketa Community College for three years, consistently obtaining significant conceptual learning gains on the Force and Motion Conceptual Evaluation (FMCE). Student attitudes towards the labs, the device, and distance learning—as measured by post-course evaluations—were generally very positive.
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DOI
10.1119/1.5124277
Persistent Identifier
https://archives.pdx.edu/ds/psu/30256
Citation Details
Published as Bodegom, E., Jensen, E., & Sokoloff, D. (2019). Adapting RealTime Physics for Distance Learning with the IOLab. Physics Teacher, 57(6), 382–386.
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