Physics 300 - Physics Pedagogy: Theory
Physics Pedagogy: Theory
Spring
2026
01
2.00
Joyce Palmer-Fortune
M 4:30 PM - 6:20 PM
Smith College
PHY-300-01-202603
McConnell 301
jfortune@smith.edu
A course emphasizing the pedagogy in physics based on Physics Education Research (PER). Readings and discussion emphasize the research literature and strategies for implementing successful and effective methods of teaching physics at the introductory level in the classroom. May be repeated once for credit. S/U only. Prerequisites: (PHY 111 and PHY 112) or (PHY 113 and PHY 114) or (PHY 117 or PHY 119). Instructor permission required.
[CE] (PHY 111 & 112) or (PHY 113 & 114) or (PHY 117 or 119)