Methods of Modeling, is a methods course with an inquiry base. Description Modeling is a program out of Arizona State University developed by Physics teachers for Physics Teachers. Teachers are taught how to structure labs in an inquiry approach so that students discover the relationships between variable in a physical system. The process of modeling leads students through the learning cycle and has strengths in getting students to understand and discuss the laboratory process.
Students become the center of the class and provide peer reviews for each other.
Nationally based tests such as the force concept inventory and mechanics baseline test are administered for pre and post test results. Teachers will be taken through the Modeling process with outside readings and articles to discuss in class. Paradigm labs and every day use will be modeled with all teachers who attend. The course is a five-day course. Very hands on, using some of the most up to date technology for physics instruction now available.