I wrote about a type of test question that taught me a lot about what students actually understand about modeling as opposed to what they can crank out by solving equations:

https://kalamitykat.com/2024/02/15/test-q-type-does-the-model-apply/

#modphys #iteachphysics

The Cult of Pedagogy podcast episode “17 Tweaks That Make a Big Difference in Group Work” had me taking notes. I recommend it for teachers like me who wish they could stop chasing hands and reteaching lessons:
https://www.cultofpedagogy.com/group-work-17-tweaks/

Even in my #ModPhys classes that run smoother than most, I have loads of room for growth in *well-designed* group tasks.

What papers, articles, etc have informed your thinking about discussion, particularly Socratic Dialog, in math/science classes?

I recently read "Engaging students in conducting Socratic dialogues: Suggestions for science teachers" and am thinking of how to explicitly teach student questioning. It's an area I don't know much about but would like to change.

#ITeachMath #ITeachPhysics #ModPhys

Just migrated from a different instance because I heard all the cool kids were here. Honestly not sure how much of a difference the specific instance makes at this point.

As always, would love to (re)connect with my #iteachphysics and #modphys #modchem peoples.

#introduction

First post here! I’m a physics teacher at a progressive, independent all-girls school in Connecticut, where I’m also the Science Department Chair. I’m @emmaphys on Twitter and I’m in the #ITeachPhysics and #ModPhys communities.