00000nam a22000615u 45009780735420397AIP Publishing20210429090038.0cr mn |||mna||870101t1987||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9780917853272paperback9780735420403epub9780735420380epdf10.1063/9780735420397doiSCI055000bisacshConner, Donna BerryPotpourri of Physics Teaching Ideas, ADonna Berry Conner: Edited by Donna Berry ConnerMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing1987online resource (384 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierMECHANICS — FLUIDS AND HEAT — ELECTRICITY AND MAGNETISM — OPTICS AND WAVES — SOUND — TOYS — ODDS AND ENDS — TRICKS OF THE TRADE. A Potpourri of Physics Teaching Ideas, edited by Donna Berry Conner, was first printed by AAPT in 1987 and is still going strong. From the pages of The Physics Teacher (1963–1986) comes this collection of articles on apparatus and ideas for teaching physics. Articles concerning mechanics, fluids, and heat; electromagnetism; optics and waves; sound; toys; and others are reproduced. An additional 71 articles describe how to stow-it, do-it, make-it, show-it, and adapt-it.Science / General PhysicsbisacshPrinted edition 9780917853272https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542039700000nam a22000615u 45009780735420427AIP Publishing20210429090039.0cr mn |||mna||110516t2011||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9781931024129paperback9780735420434epub9780735420410epdf10.1063/9780735420427doiSCI024000bisacshBakken, ClarenceAmusement Park Physics, AClarence Bakken2nd EditionMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing2011online resource (153 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierConnecting the Park to the Classroom — Data Collection at the Park — Analyzing Data from the Park — Taking a Class to Physics Day. Amusement Park Physics gives teachers a gamut of subjects ranging from ways to incorporate amusement parks in classroom work to practical suggestions for taking a class to Physics Day. In between are methods of collecting data and approaches to analyzing it. Many resources are included, as well as suggestions of useful Interent sites.Science / EnergybisacshPrinted edition 9781931024129https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542042700000nam a22000615u 45009780735420489AIP Publishing20210429090039.0cr mn |||mna||920101t1992||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9780917853449paperback9780735420496epub9780735420472epdf10.1063/9780735420489doiSCI055000bisacshCrane, H. RichardHow Things WorkH. Richard CraneMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing1992online resource (121 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrier1983 — 1984 — 1985 — 1986 — 1987 — 1988 — 1989 — 1990 — 1991. For many years, Crane’s column "How Things Work" appeared in The Physics Teacher. This book represents 70 columns appearing between 1983 and 1991. Unpuzzling the mysteries of everyday life, Crane explains clearly the inner workings of things, all of which are familiar household objects. All the devices and phenomena covered involve physics principles and require explanations that are not immediately obvious. Key highlights: --Topics range from toys to spider webs, from ring interferometers to gasoline pumps --Explanations are simple and understandable at all levels --Entertaining and educational How Things Work is highly readable and will appeal to anyone interested in physics generally. The collection is invaluable for physics teachers as a useful source of inspiration in the course of their teaching. Students will gain considerable understanding from the author’s flair for experimental devices.Science / General PhysicsbisacshPrinted edition 9780917853449https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542048900000nam a22000615u 45009780735420519AIP Publishing20210429090040.0cr mn |||mna||010101t2001||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9781931024006paperback9780735420526epub9780735420502epdf10.1063/9780735420519doiSCI028000bisacshPizzo, JoeInteractive Physics DemonstrationsJoe Pizzo: Edited by Joe PizzoMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing2001online resource (161 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierIntroduction — Mechanics and Heat Demonstrations — Vibrations and Waves — Optics — Electrostatics — Chaos — Multiple Exhibit Displays and Mini-Museums — Resources. Hallway Physics contains 42 free-standing fun physics experiments you can try with your class. Compiled from Deck the Halls columns in The Physics Teacher, the demonstrations, suitable for a school hallway or corner of your classroom, will help students understand physics through the active exploration of specific physics concepts, from mechanics and heat, vibrations and waves, electrostatics, to optics and chaos. So be prepared to deck those halls and get your students motivated and moving!Science / Interdisciplinary PhysicsbisacshPrinted edition 9781931024006https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542051900000nam a22000615u 45009780735420540AIP Publishing20210429090041.0cr mn |||mna||170101t2017||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9781931024310paperback9780735420557epub9780735420533epdf10.1063/9780735420540doiTEC021040bisacshAAPTPhysics and 21st Century Science Standards The Role of Physics in the NGSSAAPTMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing2017online resource (30 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierQuick FAQ’s about the NGSS for Physics Teachers — Overview and History of the NGSS — Reading the NGSS — Physics and the NGSS — Resources for Implementing the NGSS. This book aims to help K–12 physics teachers understand how their classroom practice aligns with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), first drafted in 2012. It provides an overview and history of the NGSS, as well as guidelines to reading and interpreting performance expectations, which are embedded with the three dimensions of science learning. Teachers can find out how they can effectively align their practice should their state adopt the NGSS. Key highlights: --Identifies physics concepts across all kindergarten through high school grade bands --Analyzes the high school physics standards that are included in and excluded from performance expectations --Identifies weaknesses and omissions in the guidelines, with recommendations for improvement. Physics and 21st Century Science Standards will help K–12 physics and science teachers better understand how their classroom practice is or could be aligned with the NGSS.Technology & Engineering / Materials SciencebisacshPrinted edition 9781931024310https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542054000000nam a22000615u 45009780735420571AIP Publishing20210429090042.0cr mn |||mna||101020t2010||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9781931024136paperback9780735420588epub9780735420564epdf10.1063/9780735420571doiSCI041000bisacshCamp, Charles W.Preconceptions in Mechanics Lessons Dealing with Students’ Conceptual DifficultiesCharles W. Camp; John J. Clement2nd EditionMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing2010online resource (392 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierNormal Forces From Static Objects — Relative Motion — Surface Friction Forces — Tension Forces — Gravitational Force I — Gravitational Force II — Inertia — Inertia and Gravitational Forces — Newton’s Third Law in Dynamics. This second edition of Charles Camp and John Clement's book contains a set of 24 innovative lessons and laboratories in mechanics for high school physics classrooms that was developed by a team of teachers and science education researchers. Research has shown that certain student preconceptions conflict with current physical theories and seem to resist change when using traditional instructional techniques. This book provides a set of lessons that are aimed specifically at these particularly troublesome areas: Normal Forces, Friction, Newton's Third Law, Relative Motion, Gravity, Inertia, and Tension. The lessons can be used to supplement any course that includes mechanics. Each unit contains detailed step by step lesson plans, homework and test problems, as_ well as background information on common student misconceptions, an overall integrated teaching strategy, and key aspects of the targeted core concepts. This edition has a number of substantial changes based on teacher input. A number of the lessons are adaptable for college level courses as well. Evaluations using pre-and post-tests have shown large gain differerfces over control groups.Science / MechanicsbisacshClement, John J.Printed edition 9781931024136https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542057100000nam a22000615u 45009780735420601AIP Publishing20210429090042.0cr mn |||mna||010101t2001||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9781931024013paperback9780735420618epub9780735420595epdf10.1063/9780735420601doiSCI055000bisacshAmerican Association of Physics Teachers Apparatus CommitteeSafety in Physics EducationAmerican Association of Physics Teachers Apparatus CommitteeMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing2001online resource (128 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierIntroduction to Risk and Risk Management — Legal Implications of Safety — Physical Hazards — Mechanical Hazards — Electrical Hazards — Radiation Hazards — Chemical Hazards — Pressure Hazards — Thermal Hazards — Noise Hazards — Additional Safety Issues — Emergency Procedures. Are physics activities really hazardous? Science by its very nature can never be completely risk-free. The goal of this manual is to create an awareness of safety, to encourage safe habits, and to teach respect for potential safety hazards. This manual is intended for a broad audience in the physics teaching community. It can be used across the spectrum of experimental and demonstration activities — from elementary to advanced undergraduate laboratories.Science / General PhysicsbisacshPrinted edition 9781931024013https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542060100000nam a22000615u 45009780735420632AIP Publishing20210429090042.0cr mn |||mna||900101t1990||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9780917853562paperback9780735420649epub9780735420625epdf10.1063/9780735420632doiTEC008090bisacshFeltyberger, Earl R.Teaching About D.C. Electric Circuits An AAPT/PTRA ResourceEarl R. Feltyberger; James Mallmann; Judy M. Schmidt; Thomas SeniorMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing1990online resource (168 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierIntroduction — Background Information on the Experiments — Laboratory Experiments — Demonstrations — Student Assignments — Computer Applications — Technology — Olympics Events — Modern Physics — Test Questions. The information in Teaching About D.C. Electric Circuits will help teachers of introductory physics give their students a reasoned, graduated set of laboratory experiences in electric circuits and electronics. The experiments in this book are all linked, or connected, to one another.Science / ElectronicsbisacshMallmann, James, Schmidt, Judy M., Senior, ThomasPrinted edition 9780917853562https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542063200000nam a22000615u 45009780735420663AIP Publishing20210429090043.0cr mn |||mna||920101t1992||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9780917853517paperback9780735420670epub9780735420656epdf10.1063/9780735420663doiSCI074000bisacshMorse, Robert A.Teaching About Electrostatics An AAPT/PTRA ResourceRobert A. MorseMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing1992online resource (150 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierIntroduction for Workshop leaders and Bibliography — Background Material (with Transparency Masters) — Building and Working with Electrostatic Equipment — Devices, Demonstrations and Displays — Assignments and Homework — Computer Applications for Teaching Electrostatics — Technology Use for Teaching Electrostatics — Physics Contest Events — Electrostatics in Modern Physics and Technology — Test Questions for Electrostatics. This book describes construction and use of reliable electrostatics equipment from inexpensive materials. Appendix A: Electrostatics Activities for Students is a sample sequence of activities designed to help students build an initial understanding of electrostatics. Appendix B: Ben Franklin’s Electrostatic Experiments recreates Franklin’s experiments for the classroom.Science / Particle PhysicsbisacshPrinted edition 9780917853517https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542066300000nam a22000615u 45009780735420694AIP Publishing20210429090043.0cr mn |||mna||090920t2009||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9781931024112paperback9780735420700epub9780735420687epdf10.1063/9780735420694doiSCI096000bisacshNelson, Jane BrayTeaching About Kinematics An AAPT/PTRA ResourceJane Bray Nelson; Jim NelsonMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing2009online resource (296 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierINTRODUCTION — TIME — SPACE — SPEED & VELOCITY — ACCELERATION — SUMMARY & NOTES. Glossing over kinematics often leaves students poorly prepared to continue their study of physical phenomena. This AAPT/PTRA Resource, based on physics education research, provides teachers with the resources needed to introduce students to some of the fundamental building blocks of physics. The approach features a carefully thoughtout, step-by-step laboratory-based introduction to the foundation upon which much of physics is built. Inquiry, measurement, and analysis of laboratory data are emphasized throughout. This book starts with chapters on the measurement of Time and Space, followed by chapters designed to distinguish among Speed, Velocity, and three types of Acceleration. In addition to dozens of laboratory activities, it provides worksheets, transparency masters, teacher notes, typical answers to questions, and helpful hints by two master PTRAs.Science / Classical MechanicsbisacshNelson, JimPrinted edition 9781931024112https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542069400000nam a22000615u 45009780735420724AIP Publishing20210429090044.0cr mn |||mna||150901t2015||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9781931024273paperback9780735420731epub9780735420717epdf10.1063/9780735420724doiSCI096000bisacshNelson, Jane BrayTeaching About Kinematics — Student Edition An AAPT/PTRA ResourceJane Bray Nelson; Jim NelsonMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing2015online resource (174 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierINTRODUCTION — TIME — SPACE — SPEED & VELOCITY — ACCELERATION — SUMMARY & NOTES. Glossing over kinematics often leaves students poorly prepared to continue their study of physical phenomena. This AAPT/PTRA Resource, based on physics education researcQ, provides the resources needed to introduce students to some of the fundamental building blocks of physics. The approach features a carefully thought-out, step-by-step laboratory-based introduction to the foundation upon which much of physics is built. Inquiry, measurement, and analysis of laboratory data are emphasized throughout. This book starts with chapters on the measurement of Time and Space, followed by chapters designed to distinguish among Speed, Velocity, and three types of Acceleration. In addi­tion to dozens of laboratory activities, it provides worksheets, transparency masters, and helpful hints by two master PTRAs.Science / Classical MechanicsbisacshNelson, JimPrinted edition 9781931024273https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542072400000nam a22000615u 45009780735420755AIP Publishing20210429090044.0cr mn |||mna||130320t2013||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9781931024150paperback9780735420762epub9780735420748epdf10.1063/9780735420755doiSCI038000bisacshNelson, Jane BrayTeaching About Magnets & Magnetism An AAPT/PTRA Teacher Resource GuideJane Bray Nelson; Jim NelsonMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing2013online resource (182 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierMagnets and Properties of Magnets — Visualization of Magnetic Field Lines and Domain Theory. The demonstrations and activities concerning magnets and magnetism described in this guide have been developed over many years. Most involve inexpensive and simple materials that are commonly available and easily put together. The teaching approach has students thinking about, and put into writing, what they expect to happen before they do the activities.Science / MagnetismbisacshNelson, JimPrinted edition 9781931024150https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542075500000nam a22000615u 45009780735420786AIP Publishing20210429090044.0cr mn |||mna||130320t2013||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9781931024174paperback9780735420793epub9780735420779epdf10.1063/9780735420786doiSCI096000bisacshMorse, Robert A.Teaching About Newton’s Second Law An AAPT/PTRA Teacher Resource GuideRobert A. MorseMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing2013online resource (114 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierIntroduction, Materials, and Bibliography — Newton’s Second Law: Activities and Understanding — Newton’s Second Law: Problem Solving and Situation Analysis. This AAPT/PTRA teacher resource guide introduces teachers to a microcomputer-based laboratory (MBL) approach to teaching about Newton’s second law, forces, and solving problems concerning force and motion. It is designed to help teachers develop the appropriate use of computers to help students build first a qualitative, conceptual understanding of Newton’s second law and then a quantitative, problem solving understanding. Look for these Other AAPT/PTRA Resource Books: --Teaching About Energy --Teaching About Magnets and Magnetism --Teaching About Impulse and Momentum --Teaching About Kinematics --Teaching Physics for the First Time Science / Classical MechanicsbisacshPrinted edition 9781931024174https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542078600000nam a22000615u 45009780735420816AIP Publishing20210429090044.0cr mn |||mna||120820t2012||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9781931024105paperback9780735420823epub9780735420809epdf10.1063/9780735420816doiSCI028000bisacshMader, JanTeaching Physics for the First TimeJan Mader; Mary Winn2nd EditionMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing2012online resource (398 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierTEACHER BACKGROUND INFORMATION — GETTING STARTED: Possible First Day Activities — ANALYSIS OF DATA — KINEMATICS: Motion in One Dimension — MOTION IN TWO DIMENSIONS AND VECTORS — DYNAMICS — MOMENTUM — UNIVERSAL GRAVITATION — CENTRIPETAL MOTION — ENERGY, WORK, AND POWER — ELECTROSTATICS — DC CIRCUITS — MAGNETISM AND MAGNETIC FIELDS — WAVES AND SOUND — OPTICS — ASSESSMENT IDEAS AND SUGGESTIONS. This book is designed to be a quick and easy resource for anyone teaching physics for the first time, whether he/she is new to teaching or new to teaching physics. Jan Mader and Mary Winn have worked extensively with beginning teachers and with teachers who were teaching physics and/or physical sciences without formal preparation in the content areas. The goal of the book is to provide a supply of reliable activities (labs, demos, etc.) that work easily when attempted in the classroom. The activities emphasize the hands-on approach to learning physics concepts. Lesson plans written in learning cycles as well as teacher notes for every activity are included. The book is not the end — it is a beginning of a “bag of tricks” on which new physics teachers will build. Soon both the instructor and students will realize that a day without physics does not exist and that physics is a “phun” adventure.Science / Interdisciplinary PhysicsbisacshWinn, MaryPrinted edition 9781931024105https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542081600000nam a22000615u 45009780735420847AIP Publishing20210429090045.0cr mn |||mna||930101t1993||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9780917853500paperback9780735420854epub9780735420830epdf10.1063/9780735420847doiSCI040000bisacshSwartz, Clifford E.Used Math For the First Two Years of College ScienceClifford E. Swartz2nd EditionMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing1993online resource (282 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierReporting and Analyzing Uncertainty — Units and Dimensions — Graphs — The Simple Functions of Applied Math — Statistics — Quadratic and Higher Power Equations — Simultaneous Equations — Determinants — Geometry — Vectors — Complex Numbers — Calculus—Differentiation — Integration — Series and Approximations — Some Common Differential Equations — Differential Operators. Here is a helpful reference work designed for the college science student needing a quick explanation of the mathematics found in the first two years of the college science curriculum. Rather than giving lengthy explanations of abstract mathematical theory, this useful handbook focuses on math as a scientist’s working tool. Part reference and part reminder—the volume reinforces the student’s previous knowledge of math and guides the reader through the many unfamiliar mathematical computations that are part of his or her science requirements. Numerous examples throughout the book are drawn from actual situations encountered in science courses. The chapters may be used in any sequence and are extensively cross-indexed for user convenience. Demonstrating how formal course work in chemistry, physics, astronomy, and the other sciences employ certain vital areas of mathematics, the book covers a broad range of important subjects, including reporting and analyzing uncertainty, units and dimensions, graphs, the simple functions of applied math, statistics, quadratic and high power equations, and simultaneous equations. Other chapters are devoted to determinants, vectors, complex numbers, calculus-differentiation, integration, series and approximations, common differential equations, and differential operators. The book contains many useful reference tables and summaries of formulas and techniques. A valuable study aid for every science student and an auxiliary reference work certain to be used frequently, USED MATH gives solid explanations and examples of the "old and used" math fundamental to all science courses.Science / Mathematical PhysicsbisacshPrinted edition 9780917853500https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542084700000nam a22000615u 45009780735420878AIP Publishing20210429090045.0cr mn |||mna||960101t1996||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9780917853326paperback9780735420885epub9780735420861epdf10.1063/9780735420878doiSCI028000bisacshFrier, G. D.Demonstration Handbook for Physics, AG. D. Frier; F. J. Anderson3rd EditionMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing1996online resource (322 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierMECHANICS — FLUIDS — HEAT — ELECTRICITY AND MAGNETISM — SOUND — OPTICS — MODERN PHYSICS. Created as a guide for high school and college physics teachers, this handbook contains hundreds of apparatus demonstrations that require only low-cost, everyday materials. The wide spectrum of topics addressed in this book makes it an excellent resource for every physics teacher’s library. This essential handbook is one of the only resources of its kind that is still in print.Science / Interdisciplinary PhysicsbisacshAnderson, F. J.Printed edition 9780917853326https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542087800000nam a22000615u 45009780735420908AIP Publishing20210429090045.0cr mn |||mna||770101t1977||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9780877390046paperback9780735420915epub9780735420892epdf10.1063/9780735420908doiSCI053000bisacshKallard, T.Exploring Laser LightT. KallardMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing1977online resource (308 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierLaser Safety — Care and Maintenance of Equipment — The Optical Bench and Basic Accessories — Laser Power Meters and Detectors — Exploratory Exercises — Distance Measurement by Triangulation — Laser Alignment – the X–Y Position Indicator — Lazy Susan Optics Table — Lazy Susan Exercises — Beamsplitters — Arrangement for Measuring Vibrations of a Rotor Axle — Optical Lever — Remotely Sensing Tachometer — Approximating the Radius of Curvature of Small Concave Mirrors — Spirograms — Laser Optical Plummet — Visual Display of Sound Dynamics — Scanning a Focused Light Beam Over a Wide Flat Field — Refractive Index Measurements — “Double Spot” Technique for Measuring Small Wedge Angles — Curving and Bouncing Laser Beam — Recording and Measuring Refractive Index Gradients — Direct Shadow Demonstration (Shadowgraphy) — Determination of Focal Length of a Convex Lens by Autocollimation — Laser Beam Generates Conic Sections — The Luminous Fountain — Fingerprint Observation by Frustrated Total Reflection — Demonstrating the Penetration of Laser Light Beyond a Totally Reflecting Interface — The Plane Parallel Plate as an Optical Micrometer — The Double Wedge Beamshifter — The Mascelyne Type Beamshifter — Laser Beam Director — “Sliding Lens” Type Rangefinder — Piezoceramic Bender Elements that Control Laser Beams — Laser Stroboscope — Voice and TV Picture Transmission Over a Laser Beam — Measurement of the Speed of Light — Methods for Spreading Laser Beams — Telescopes as Laser Beam Expanders and Collimators — Lens-Pinhole Spatial Filter — Measuring the Concentration of Colloidal Solutions or the Dirt Content of Water — Simple Polarization Demonstrations — Scattering of Light and Polarization — Polarization by Double Refraction — Projecting Crystal Patterns in Convergent Light — Optics Experiments with Liquid Crystals — Nematic Liquid Crystal Polarization Rotator and Depolarizer — Distortion of Aligned Phases (DAP-Effect) — The Twisted Nematic Effect — The “Guest-Host” Effect — Liquid Crystal Temperature Detection Device — Interference and Interferometers — Young’s Double Slit Method for Producing Interference — Interference with Fresnel’s Biprism — Demonstration of Lloyd’s Mirror Fringes — Interference Demonstration with Plane Parallel Glass Plates — Interferometer for Measuring Parallelism and Small Wedge Angles — Interference Demonstration with a Small Glass Tube — Interferometric Flatness Testing — Newton’s Rings Demonstration — Collimation Tester — Thickness Measurement by Interference — Thin Film Interference Using an Air Wedge — Interferometric Temperature Monitoring — The Michelson Interferometer — Interference with Polarized Light (Fresnel-Arago Laws) — Using a Michelson Interferometer to Measure the Index of Refraction of a Gas — Michelson Interferometer Used for Vibration Analysis — Demonstrating the Mach-Zehnder and Jamin Interferometers — Sagnac’s Triangular Interferometer — The Point-diffraction (“Smartt”) Interferometer — The Fabry-Perot Interferometer — Demonstrations Illustrating Temporal and Spatial Coherence — Laser Speckle Phenomena — Dynamic Scattering Effect — Method and Procedure for Eye Testing with Laser Speckle — Vibration Detection Using Laser Speckle — Examining Vibrating Objects by Means of Laser Speckle — Speckle-shearing Interferometry — Image Plane and Focal Length Determination Using Laser Speckle — The Optical Doppler Radar — Laser Doppler Velocimetry — Point-of-Sale Label Reading — Interference in Scattered Light — Demonstrating the Paths of Diffracted Rays — The Poisson-Arago Spot — Making Photographic Diffraction Apertures and Masks — Simple Optical System for Fraunhofer Diffraction Experiments — Airy’s Disc — Fresnel Diffraction Experiments — Diffraction Patterns — Measuring the Wavelength of Light with a Ruler — Measuring the Diameter of a Hair by Diffraction — Diffraction Refractometer — Electrically Controllable Diffraction Grating — Diffraction of Light by Ultrasonic Waves — Self-imaging Without Lenses (Fourier Imaging) — Optical Simulation of the Electron Microscope — Spatial Filtering Experiments — Holography — Properties of Holograms — Requirements and Materials for Hologram Production — Interferometric Method of Producing Optical Diffraction Gratings — Optical Method for Producing Zone Plates — Low-budget Holography — 360° Holography — Multiple Recording of Holograms — Random Bias Holograms — Producing Fourier Holograms — Some Applications of Holography — Thin-film Optical Waveguide. The low-power helium-neon (He-Ne) gas laser is an invaluable and dependable educational tool, used at all levels from high school physics to complex university installations. Exploring Laser Light is a manual of optics experiments performed with He-Ne lasers, for use in lecture demonstrations, teaching laboratories, and home study experimentation. Key highlights: --Offers a broad selection of the most robust optical principles and techniques --Explores fresh and simplified experimental methods --Rather than offering a rigid approach, the range and choice of optical bypaths covered point the way for readers --To help the experimenter, schematic drawings are included, alongside relevant formulas and numerical values for parameters --The cost of required apparatus is deliberately kept to a minimum Exploring Laser Light is the ideal resource for the home experimenter as well as the high school physics teacher. Undergraduates to advanced graduate students and faculty in optics, physics will as well benefit.Science / Optics and Optical PhysicsbisacshPrinted edition 9780877390046https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542090800000nam a22000615u 45009780735420939AIP Publishing20210429090046.0cr mn |||mna||840101t1984||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9780917853098paperback9780735420946epub9780735420922epdf10.1063/9780735420939doiSCI075000bisacshLotze, BarbaraMaking Contributions: An Historical Overview of Women’s Role in Physics Based on a Special Session Sponsored by the Committee on Women in Physics of the American Association of Physics TeachersBarbara Lotze: Edited by Barbara LotzeMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing1984online resource (149 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierIntroduction — Women Physicists in Past Generations — Lise Meitner’s Scientific Legacy — Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin: The Making of an Astrophysicist — The Lady Wanted to Purchase a Wheatstone Bridge: Sarah Frances Whiting and Her Successor — Women in Physics: Today and Looking Toward the Future. The under-representation of women in physics is a profound problem worldwide. Given the importance of encouraging more women to engage with physics, there is a lot to be learned from women who have succeeded in the field. With an introduction by Barbara Lotze, herself an eminent physicist, this book explores women in physics over time, highlighting the achievements and profiling the careers of some highly successful women physicists. Chapters include: --"Women Physicists in Past Generations"—Katherine R. Sopka --"Lise Meitner’s Scientific Legacy"—Sallie A. Watkins --"Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin: The Making of an Astrophysicist"—Peggy A. Kidwell --"The Lady Wanted to Purchase a Wheatstone Bridge: Sarah Frances Whiting and Her Successor"—Janet B. Guernsey --"Women in Physics: Today and Looking Toward the Future"—Lucille B. Garmon. Making Contributions: An Historical Overview of Women's Role in Physics is a fascinating resource for anyone interested in physics and women’s roles and contributions to the field. It also speaks to those interested in the history and philosophy of science.Science / Society and OrganizationbisacshPrinted edition 9780917853098https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542093900000nam a22000615u 45009780735420960AIP Publishing20210429090046.0cr mn |||mna||870101t1987||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9780917853289paperback9780735420977epub9780735420953epdf10.1063/9780735420960doiSCI028000bisacshEdge, R. D.String and Sticky Tape ExperimentsR. D. EdgeMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing1987online resource (450 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierMechanics — Properties of Matter — Hydrodynamics — Heat — Wave Motion — Light — Sound — Atomic and Nuclear Physics — Solid State and Crystallography — Electrostatics — Magnetism — Current Electricity — Psychophysics — Physics Games — Miscellaneous. Physics is an experimental science, and the only way to get a feel for it is by doing hands-on experiments. However, experimenting with expensive physics equipment in schools is not an option for students. String and Sticky Tape Experiments brings together a host of experiments demonstrating fundamental physics laws in a practical way that students can work with on their own. Materials are deliberately chosen for their simplicity, availability, and low cost, so they can be done at home as well as at school. Many of these experiments were published in the American Association of Physics Teachers’s journal The Physics Teacher. String and Sticky Tape Experiments organizes and ranks experiments by --Subject: Mechanics, Properties of Matter, Hydrodynamics, Heat, Wave Motion, Light, Sound, Atomic and Nuclear Physics, Solid State and Crystallography, Electrostatics, Magnetism, Current Electricity, Psychophysics, and Physics Games --Difficulty --Educational level --Qualitative or quantitative nature --Fundamental nature --Entertainment value Students across all physics disciplines and at all levels will learn and gain enjoyment from this book, from elementary level to high school and university. It is also a valuable resource for physics teachers.Science / Interdisciplinary PhysicsbisacshPrinted edition 9780917853289https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542096000000nam a22000615u 45009780735420991AIP Publishing20210429090046.0cr mn |||mna||120520t2012||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9781931024242paperback9780735421004epub9780735420984epdf10.1063/9780735420991doiSCI028000bisacshMader, JanTeaching Physics for the First Time - Student EditionJan Mader; Mary Winn2nd EditionMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing2012online resource (276 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierTEACHER BACKGROUND INFORMATION — GETTING STARTED: Possible First Day Activities — ANALYSIS OF DATA — KINEMATICS: Motion in One Dimension — MOTION IN TWO DIMENSIONS AND VECTORS — DYNAMICS — MOMENTUM — UNIVERSAL GRAVITATION — CENTRIPETAL MOTION — ENERGY, WORK, AND POWER — ELECTROSTATICS — DC CIRCUITS — MAGNETISM AND MAGNETIC FIELDS — WAVES AND SOUND — OPTICS. Glossing over kinematics often leaves students poorly prepared to continue their study of physical phenomena. This AAPT/PTRA Resource, based on physics education research, provides the resources needed to introduce students to some of the fundamental building blocks of physics. The approach features a carefully thought-out, step-by-step laboratory-based introduction to the foundation upon which much of physics is built. Inquiry, measurement, and analysis of laboratory data are emphasized throughout. This book starts with chapters on the measurement of Time and Space, followed by chapters designed to distinguish among Speed, Velocity, and three types of Acceleration. In addi­tion to dozens of laboratory activities, it provides worksheets, transparency masters, and helpful hints by two master PTRAs.Science / Interdisciplinary PhysicsbisacshWinn, MaryPrinted edition 9781931024242https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542099100000nam a22000615u 45009780735421028AIP Publishing20210429090047.0cr mn |||mna||950101t1995||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9780917853616paperback9780735421035epub9780735421011epdf10.1063/9780735421028doiSCI028000bisacshNelson, JimRole of the Laboratory in Teaching Introductory Physics An AAPT/PTRA ResourceJim Nelson; Jane Bray NelsonMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing1995online resource (119 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierLaboratory Activity #1a Measurement of Speed — Laboratory Activity #2a Average Speed Versus Final Speed — Laboratory Activity #3a Speed Versus Acceleration — Laboratory Activity #5a Static Equilibrium — Laboratory Activity #6a Speed of a Projectile — Laboratory Activity #7a Cart and “Falling” Object — Laboratory Activity #8a Force Distribution — Laboratory Activity #9a Centripetal Force Àla PSSC — Laboratory Activity #10a Motion of a Simple Pendulum — Laboratory Activity #12a Hot Wheels and Energy — Laboratory Activity #13a Prediction of Landing Position — Laboratory Activity #14a Newton's Law of Cooling — Laboratory Activity #18a Images Formed by a Thin Converging Lens I — Laboratory Activity #20a Single and Double Slits — Laboratory Activity #21a Atomic Spectra of an Unknown Gas — Laboratory Activity #24a Ohm's Law — Laboratory Activity #25a Electric Current and Magnetic Fields — Laboratory Activity #26a Magnetic Field at the Center of a Square Loop — Laboratory Activity #28a Determination of Planck's Constant — Laboratory Activity #29a “Milli-Can” Experiment — Laboratory Activity #98a The “Race Track” Game — Laboratory Activity #99a Fermi Experiments. This publication contains an introduction to the philosophy and rationale for including a laboratory component in an introductory physics course. Camera-ready student directions are enclosed for more than 30 sample laboratory activities. Topics include: speed, centripetal force, motion of a pendulum, heating and cooling, Ohm’s law, magnetic fields, induced EMF, and more.Science / Experiments & ProjectsbisacshNelson, Jane BrayPrinted edition 9780917853616https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542102800000nam a22000615u 45009780735421059AIP Publishing20210429090047.0cr mn |||mna||940101t1994||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9780917853630paperback9780735421066epub9780735421042epdf10.1063/9780735421059doiSCI053000bisacshDavids, MarkTeaching about Lightwave Communications An AAPT/PTRA ResourceMark Davids; R. Stephen Rea; Paul W. ZitzewitzMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing1994online resource (117 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierIntroduction for Workshop Leaders — Background Information — Student Handbook Activities, and Demonstrations — Demonstrations and Displays — Student Assignments and Problems — Computer Applications — Technology — Physics Olympiad Events — Sample Quiz. This book features the historical and theoretical background information necessary to understand the mysteries of modern lightwave communications. Students receive hands-on learning through a series of laboratory activities beginning with experiments originally conducted by Alexander Graham Bell in the 1880s to moderen activities such as encoding analog signals in optical communications. The equipment used is as simple, rugged, and inexpensive as possible while still working reliably.Science / Optics and optical physicsbisacshRea, R. Stephen, Zitzewitz, Paul W.Printed edition 9780917853630https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542105900000nam a22000615u 45009780735421080AIP Publishing20210429090047.0cr mn |||mna||960101t1996||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9780917853685paperback9780735421097epub9780735421073epdf10.1063/9780735421080doiSCI028000bisacshFranklin, BillTeaching about Color and Color Vision An AAPT/PTRA ResourceBill FranklinMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing1996online resource (185 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierIntroduction, Workshop Outline, Materials List, and Bibliography — Background Material/Transparency Masters — Laboratory Activities — Demonstrations and Displays — Assignments/Homework — Computer Applications — Use of Technology (This section is empty, but is included as a place for the user to file appropriate materials.) — Physics Olympics or Contest Events — Modern Physics Ideas or Contemporary Applications — Assessment Ideas. Energy is a fundamental concept in physics, playing an important role in every aspect of the world around us. The conversion of energy among its many forms has enabled both the sustenance of living organisms on Earth and our development of a society based on the manufacture of products for our own convenience. All of these aspects of energy are treated in this resource book, beginning with the relationship between the force and distance required to pull a roller coaster to the top of its first hill along inclines of different slope, and ending with energy choices we will need to make for our future.Science / Interdisciplinary PhysicsbisacshPrinted edition 9780917853685https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542108000000nam a22000615u 45009780735421110AIP Publishing20210429090048.0cr mn |||mna||990101t1999||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9780917853913paperback9780735421127epub9780735421103epdf10.1063/9780735421110doiSCI040000bisacshLehman, Cherie BiboRole of Graphing Calculators in Teaching Physics, The An AAPT/PTRA ResourceCherie Bibo Lehman; Linda J. Antinone; John E. GastineauMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing1999online resource (114 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierIntroduction for Workshop Leaders — Transparencies — Getting Started — Graphing — Data Analysis — Parametric Equations — Physics Olympics Activities — Programming the TI-83. These materials start with the very basic features of graphing calculators and gradually build up to the graphing and data analysis features of the Ti-83. Many functions of graphing calculators are highlighted in demonstrations, laboratories, and classroom activities.Science / Mathematical PhysicsbisacshAntinone, Linda J., Gastineau, John E.Printed edition 9780917853913https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542111000000nam a22000615u 45009780735421141AIP Publishing20210429090048.0cr mn |||mna||990101t1999||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9780917853920paperback9780735421158epub9780735421134epdf10.1063/9780735421141doiSCI005000bisacshKrauss, Lawrence M.Teaching About Cosmology An AAPT/PTRA ResourceLawrence M. Krauss; Glenn D. StarkmanMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing1999online resource (117 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierThe Distance Scale of the Universe — The Expansion of the Universe — Its Geometry and Topology — The Age of the Universe — Weighing the Universe, and Dark Matter — Clustering and Large Scale Structure Formation — The Cosmic Microwave Background — Big Bang Nucleosynthesis (BBN) — Modern Physics: Inflation, and the Horizon and Flatness Problems. This AAPT/PTRA resource book explores concepts ranging from the origins of the universe and the Big Bang theory, to aspects of the universe such as age, weight and expansion, to dark matter, cosmic microwave background, clustering, and modern physics. Exercises for students will help them grasp complex theories concerning the universe.Science / Astronomy and AstrophysicsbisacshStarkman, Glenn D.Printed edition 9780917853920https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542114100000nam a22000615u 45009780735421172AIP Publishing20210429090048.0cr mn |||mna||000101t2000||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9780917853975paperback9780735421189epub9780735421165epdf10.1063/9780735421172doiSCI028000bisacshMcCullough, JodiRole of Toys in Teaching Physics, TheJodi McCullough; Roy McCulloughMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing2000online resource (292 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierIntroduction — Background Material — Laboratory Activities — Demonstrations and Displays — Homework Questions — Computer Applications — Technology Use — Physics Contest Events — Modern Physics Ideas — Test Questions — Index of Suppliers. This manual contains experiments, demonstrations, and displays involving toys that can be used to introduce most of the major topics covered in a typical introductory physics class. These activities provide a sense that everyday objects are closely related to the topics studied in physics. Using toys in teaching physics will certainly add excitement and enthusiasm to your classroom.Science / Interdisciplinary PhysicsbisacshMcCullough, RoyPrinted edition 9780917853975https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542117200000nam a22000615u 45009780735421202AIP Publishing20210429090049.0cr mn |||mna||050101t2005||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9781931024068paperback9780735421219epub9780735421196epdf10.1063/9780735421202doiSCI028000bisacshFranklin, BillTeaching About Impulse and Momentum An AAPT/PTRA ResourceBill FranklinMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing2005online resource (113 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierIntroduction — Background Material — Laboratory Activities — Demonstrations — Assignments and Homework — Computer Applications — Media Resources — Physics Olympics or Contests — Modern Physics Applications — Assessment Questions. This AAPT/PTRA resource book features labs and demos physics teachers can use to give students hands-on opportunities to learn about impulse and momentum. “Make-and-take activities” include AAPT Apparatus Contest winners “An Air Impulse Rocket,” “A Fan Driven Sailcart,” “An Elastic/Inelastic Collision Cart,” and others. Among the topics treated are automobile safety, wing lift, water nozzle reaction, and spacecraft use of gravity “slingshots.”Science / Interdisciplinary PhysicsbisacshPrinted edition 9781931024068https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542120200000nam a22000615u 45009780735421233AIP Publishing20210429090049.0cr mn |||mna||050101t2005||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9781931024075paperback9780735421240epub9780735421226epdf10.1063/9780735421233doiSCI055000bisacshAmann, GeorgeExploring Physics in the Classroom An AAPT/PTRA ManualGeorge Amann; Jon E. Barber; Hank J. RyanMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing2005online resource (101 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierIntroduction — The Exploratory — The Practicum. The key to learning is student involvement! This AAPT/PTRA manual presents examples of two techniques that are proven to increase student involvement in your classroom Based on the “5E” model of learning, exploratories are designed to get your students excited about the material they will explore in your classroom with you. Practicums are a unique method for measuring a class’s learning in an “authentic” manner that will ensure the whole class is excited and totally immersed in the process.Science / General PhysicsbisacshBarber, Jon E., Ryan, Hank J.Printed edition 9781931024075https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542123300000nam a22000615u 45009780735421264AIP Publishing20210429090049.0cr mn |||mna||080820t2008||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9781931024099paperback9780735421271epub9780735421257epdf10.1063/9780735421264doiSCI024000bisacshRoeder, John L.Teaching About Energy An AAPT/PTRA ResourceJohn L. RoederMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing2008online resource (253 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierBasic Concept and Forms of Energy – Activities — Energy as a Social Value – Activities and Problems — Transparencies — Master Equipment List. This publication deals with how the human eye perceives color and how that color perception is triggered by the light sources and objects of our world. The colors of soap bubbles and other thin films are treated in more than usual detail, and the approach is extended to explain the colors of transparent materials sandwiched between polarizers. A tonic for lagging interest in the spring semester, the resource book incor-porates many laboratory activities and demonstrations, including some new ones, important commercial applications, sample questions, and Physics Olympics events.Science / EnergybisacshPrinted edition 9781931024099https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542126400000nam a22000615u 45009780735421325AIP Publishing20210429090050.0cr mn |||mna||791201t1979||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9780735421561paperback9780735421332epub9780735421318epdf10.1063/9780735421325doiSCI055000bisacshPhillips, Melba50 Years On Teaching Physics Reprints of American Journal of Physics articles from the first half century of AAPTMelba Phillips: Edited by Melba PhillipsMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing1979online resource (178 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierThis book features a reprint collection of American Journal of Physics articles from the first half century of the American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT). These often timeless articles are still significant in their impact on physics education today. 50 Years On Teaching Physics brings together reflections on the first 25 years of the AAPT—amongst these are the thoughts and opinions of recipients of the Oersted Medal, the AAPT’s most prestigious award, which recognizes notable contributions to the teaching of physics. Key highlights: --Millikan’s idea of what makes a good teacher --Historical detail from Klopsteg, the founder of the AAPT, and his ideas on the value of technology in a university --The first Richtmyer lecture, written by A. H. Compton soon after Pearl Harbor --Robert W. Pohl on Thomas Young’s discovery of interference 50 Years On Teaching Physics is an excellent resource for those in physics education as well as general physics and the history of science.Science / General PhysicsbisacshPrinted edition 9780735421561https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542132500000nam a22000615u 45009780735421356AIP Publishing20210429090050.0cr mn |||mna||030101t2003||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9781931024044paperback9780735421363epub9780735421349epdf10.1063/9780735421356doiSCI005000bisacshSlater, Timothy F.Insights Into The Universe Effective Ways to Teach AstronomyTimothy F. Slater; Michael Zeilik: Edited by Timothy F. Slater; Michael ZeilikMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing2003online resource (160 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierAstronomy Education Research — Classroom Activities — Classroom Demonstrations — Classroom Equipment — Homework Problems and Extended Projects — Laboratory Activities — Lecture Materials and Supplements. This book is a collection of AstroNotes columns and related articles from The Physics Teacher. AstroNotes was started to give physics and astronomy teachers insighful approaches to engage their students. This book continues that tradition. Timeless ideas and classroom-proven strategies will help the novice teacher and the seasoned pro find more effective ways to teach astronomy. Many of the articles focus on a single concept. Nearly all embody a new slant on teaching a topic. Use this book to help invigorate your astronomy class.Science / Astronomy and AstrophysicsbisacshZeilik, MichaelPrinted edition 9781931024044https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542135600000nam a22000615u 45009780735421387AIP Publishing20210429090050.0cr mn |||mna||960101t1996||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9780917853654paperback9780735421394epub9780735421370epdf10.1063/9780735421387doiSCI077000bisacshReiland, Robert J.Teaching About MagnetismRobert J. ReilandMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing1996online resource (140 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierINTRODUCTION FOR WORKSHOP LEADERS — BACKGROUND MATERIAL — LABORATORY ACTIVITIES FOR TEACHING ABOUT MAGNETISM — DEMONSTRATIONS AND DISPLAYS — HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENTS — COMPUTER APPLICATIONS FOR TEACHING MAGNETISM — TECHNOLOGY USE FOR TEACHING MAGNETISM — PHYSICS CONTEST EVENTS — MAGNETISM IN MODERN PHYSICS AND TECHNOLOGY — TEST QUESTIONS FOR MAGNETISM. This book is a comprehensive workshop manual on teaching magnetism, listing 12 laboratory activities on a wide range of magnetism topics. It also covers demonstrations and displays, and computer applications for teaching magnetism. Sections on homework assignments, the use of technology for teaching magnetism, and physics contest events are included. The workshop manual has been tested and improved over time following feedback from participants. Key highlights: --An invaluable resource on how to use demonstrations to inspire students --The workshop was initially tested in the 1993 class of PTRA-PLUS (Physics Teaching Resource Agent), a program designed to train superior physics teachers across the U.S. in giving workshops for under-prepared physics and physical science teachers. --Sources of inspiration contributing to the manual include the journal of the American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT), The Physics Teacher. Teaching About Magnetism is an excellent resource for physics teachers. It is also of interest to anyone who works with magnetic devices, magnetic equipment, magnetic flux, magnetization dynamics, magnetochemistry, or nanomagnetism.Science / Condensed Matter PhysicsbisacshPrinted edition 9780917853654https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542138700000nam a22000615u 45009780735421547AIP Publishing20210429090051.0cr mn |||mna||151120t2015||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9780735421523paperback9780735421554epub9780735421530epdf10.1063/9780735421547doiSCI005000bisacshNASA AAPTWith You When You Fly: Aeronautics for Introductory PhysicsNASA AAPTMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing2015online resource (250 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierOverview — Standards and Best Practices — Scientific Thinking — Constant Velocity — Uniform Acceleration — Terminal Velocity — Force Particle – Inertia — Constant Net Force — 2-D Combination — Energy — Rotational Motion — Additional Resources. Although there are many right ways to teach physics, there is a growing need for teaching by inquiry in context. This is the most effective method, ensuring classes are relevant and practical. With You When You Fly is an educator’s guide that addresses this need, providing a solid content base and actively engaging with topics necessary to the development of 21st century skills. With You When You Fly: Aeronautics for Introductory Physics is founded on 26 aeronautics-related teaching ideas presented by seasoned high school and college physics teachers, and articles that have appeared in the American Association of Physics Teachers’s (AAPT) publication, The Physics Teacher. The lesson ideas are combined with NASA aeronautics education resources and ongoing research, as well as student experiences with flight. -- Reviewed by acting high school and college/university AAPT members -- Each activity includes objectives and/or guiding questions related to the physics of flight, followed by a detailed listing of the NGSS and CCSS addressed by students who successfully complete each activity -- The activities can also be used to teach fundamental physics concepts and inquiry skills. With You When You Fly: Aeronautics for Introductory Physics is suitable for high school and introductory university level physics courses. Teachers as well as anyone interested in aeronautics and astrophysics will find this book useful and informative.Science / AstrophysicsbisacshPrinted edition 9780735421523https://doi.org/10.1063/978073542154700000nam a22000615u 45009780735422667AIP Publishing20210429090051.0cr mn |||mna||030101t2003||||nyu||||gs 0|| 0|eng d9780735422780paperback9780735422681epub9780735422674epdf10.1063/9780735422667doiSCI028000bisacshCarpenter, D. RaeDick and Rae Physics Demo Notebook, TheD. Rae Carpenter; Richard B. Minnix2nd EditionMelville, New YorkAIP Publishing2003online resource (523 pages)texttxtrdacontentcomputercrdamediaonline resourcecrrdacarrierMECHANICS — FLUIDS — HEAT — WAVES — ELECTRICITY — MAGNETISM — OPTICS — MODERN PHYSICS and SPACE SCIENCE. Science / Interdisciplinary physicsbisacshMinnix, Richard B.Printed edition 9780735422780https://doi.org/10.1063/9780735422667