The following presentation discusses the use of the modeling teaching technique in a high school physics classroom.

1. Modeling Physics KarynLorang Wilkes University

2. What Is Modeling Physics? An inquiry based teaching method Instruction is organized around a storyline Storylines are further developed into models A variety of representations are used for each concept Connections between the conceptual representations and the physical model are developed http://www.flickr.com/photos/rungta/63640541/

3. How Does Modeling Physics Affect the Classroom? Students are responsible for their learning Teacher becomes a facilitator Student discourse is a key factor to success Students are interactive with the learning of physics concepts http://www.flickr.com/photos/usnationalarchives/4727537268/

4. How Does a Model Develop? Each unit of study begins with a demonstration (paradigm) lab Students ask questions, define systems, and determine objectives for the model Determine verbal, diagrammatical, mathematical, and graphical representations of the concept Development continues with worksheets, readings, discussions, and more labs or activities http://www.flickr.com/photos/lowercolumbiacollege/4464499919/

5. Whiteboarding The key to modeling effectiveness Students work in collaborative teams Mini-presentations used to defend results or explain solutions Occurs when students discuss lab results, homework, or readings Use of Socratic questioning by both classmates and teacher http://www.flickr.com/photos/netgeek/386209362/

6. What is Socratic Questioning? Questions used to encourage further thinking Used to analyze topics or uncover misconceptions without giving answers Used to reason through complex topics http://www.flickr.com/photos/ian-w-scott/4869953457/

7. Advantages to the Modeling Approach to Teaching and Learning Students develop a better grasp of the concepts Students become self-directed learners through the use of Socratic questioning Increases student interaction within the classroom Increases presentation skills and confidence for students