26–30 Aug 2024
Auditorium Maximum UJ
Europe/Warsaw timezone

Teaching a Quantum Physics Class Using a Student-Centered Collaborative Learning Approach at the University Level

30 Aug 2024, 11:30
20m
Medium Lecture Hall A

Medium Lecture Hall A

Oral presentations Evaluation and Assessment of Student Learning and Development Oral presentations

Speaker

Gerald Feldman

Description

We have redesigned a Quantum Physics class at the University of Amsterdam using a collaborative group-learning approach following the SCALE-UP methodology. In this active environment, students work together in groups on conceptual/numerical exercises that are monitored in class by the instructor and Teaching Assistants. Formal lecturing is reduced to a minimum, and students are expected to come to class prepared to work on the in-class assignments. Pre-class "Warmups" help students prepare and gauge their understanding; post-class homework assignments provide opportunities to practice the course material. We report on changes in student performance, motivation, and attitude which resulted from our innovation.

How would you like to present your contribution? Live in Kraków (time slot to be allotted based on the programme)
Target education level University
Category Formal Education

Primary author

Gerald Feldman

Co-authors

André Heck (Korteweg-de Vries Institute for Mathematics, University of Amsterdam) Auke-Pieter Colijn (Nikhef National institute for subatomic physics (NL)) Marcel Vreeswijk (Nikhef National institute for subatomic physics (NL)) Natasa Brouwer (Institute of Physics, University of Amsterdam)

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