3-7 July 2023
University of Zululand
Africa/Johannesburg timezone
The Proceedings of SAIP2023 Published: 20 December 2023

Intentional design of learning material for high school physics teaching based on physics education research

5 Jul 2023, 16:00
20m
University of Zululand

University of Zululand

Oral Presentation Track E - Physics for Development, Education and Outreach Physics for Development, Education and Outreach

Speaker

Jennifer Williams (Rhodes University)

Description

This paper outlines a structured and intentional approach to the development of learning material for high school physics teaching. This approach is informed by the theory of cognitive apprenticeship and an understanding of cognitive load. The use of worked examples and multiple representations is also promoted. A list of the features that are important in learning material is provided, based on evidence from literature. This may be particularly useful to teachers designing learning material for the first time or for those interested in an approach to material development which is based on Physics Education Research.

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Primary authors

Mrs Kate Cobbing (Rhodes University) Mrs Joyce Sewry (Rhodes University) Jennifer Williams (Rhodes University)

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