Speaker: Eugenio Tufino University of Padua
Abstract :
Often, when we talk about active learning, its application to physics teaching can be vague, leaving teachers unsure how to translate these concepts into concrete practices. This seminar explores how the results of physics education research can be used to engage students in learning in a way that mirrors the work of physicists, focusing on how an inquiry-based approach can make learning more effective and engaging.
We will introduce the ISLE (Investigative Science Learning Environment) method, a research-validated approach, with references in neuroscience, cognitive science, pedagogy and numerous studies on student learning. In ISLE-based courses, students work in groups to explore phenomena chosen by teachers and conduct experiments to test and challenge their hypotheses. These scientific practices are essential not only in the disciplinary field, but also in forming informed citizens to face the challenges of modern society. We will show how the integration of sensor devices such as iOLab, Arduino and smartphones enriches this approach.
Practical tools such as whiteboards, multiple representations and (self)assessment grids, designed to facilitate the development of students' scientific skills, will also be presented.
Host : Guido Goldoni