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SS|Cooperative Learning in Physics

发布时间:2024年11月25日 09:19 编辑: 

Recently, there has been a surge of cooperative learning in our senior school physics courses. Guided by exploration, students collaborate in groups to explore physics concepts together, combining theoretical knowledge with practical applications, showcasing the many advantages of cooperative learning.

     G9

In recent classes for ninth graders, students engaged in group work to explore the classification of energy and sources of energy. This not only deepened their understanding of the subject matter but also fostered a spirit of teamwork. At this stage, students not only learn IGCSE theoretical knowledge but also study specialised physics vocabulary in English, and vocabulary memorisation can also be done through group collaboration. In the Quizlet Live group competition to memorise vocabulary, students' determination to learn vocabulary was maximally stimulated, leading to enthusiastic participation and fierce competition as they strove to contribute to their group's victory.



     G10

In tenth-grade classes, students used dice to simulate the decay process of unstable atomic nuclei. By rolling the dice and recording the results, they gained an understanding of the randomness of decay and the concept of half-life. Additionally, students worked in groups to team-study the applications of radiation and collaboratively create promotional posters, culminating in each group presenting their learnings to the class.

       G11

In G11 class, students are soaring in their AS Physics studies. The recent chapters covered include pressure, buoyancy, and the Archimedes principle. Through experiments and practical activities, students have grasped why objects experience an upward buoyant force in liquids and how to calculate the magnitude of this force. In recent quizzes, the teacher has been presenting challenging physics Olympiad questions, and many students have enthusiastically risen to the occasion, showing a resilient attitude and sparking a newfound passion for the subject of physics!

图为“物理奥赛题目作为课堂测试附加题目”

Physics Olympiad questions as classroom test additional questions

       G12

In G12 class, students are currently diving into the study of capacitors. They are learning about the basic principles of capacitors and the structure of parallel plate capacitors in class. We have also delved into the capacitance formula, discussing key factors influencing capacitance such as plate area and plate separation, as well as the effects of different dielectrics on capacitance. Furthermore, we have explored real-life applications of capacitors, including their roles in power supply filtering, camera flashes, and smart circuits. Simultaneously, teachers are providing interview guidance to students applying for physics or engineering programs at Oxford/Cambridge in the 12th grade. Regardless of the outcomes, both teachers and students are enjoying this process and finding joy in it.

Cooperative learning not only allows students to communicate and grow together as they explore physics knowledge but also cultivates their teamwork and problem-solving abilities which are bot real world skills that will help our students to succeed in the future. Cooperative learning in the physics classroom is not just about transferring knowledge but also a journey towards enhancing students' comprehensive skills. Let us look forward together to the radiance that cooperative learning will continue to bring to the physics classroom!

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