STEM Educators and Teaching Forum

For science and math teachers, professors, instructors, tutors to discuss pedagogy, technology, teaching methods, lesson ideas, class management. Find advice on how to best prepare your students for success.

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How does tension affect sound pitch in 3rd grade sound energy lessons?

  • Mindy Ringkamp
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In quite the predicament as a new TA

  • Dishsoap
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Explaining the square root in water rocket flow rate equations

  • bkelly
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Is Technology Revolutionizing Traditional Education Methods?

  • epenguin
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How do barcodes on homework assignments work?

  • Greg Bernhardt
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Is it worth going to lectures and tutorials in engineering?

  • x86
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A microscope in an electricity laboratory

  • Dorea
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Starting as a teaching assistant for mechanics labs

  • Lawrencel2
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AAPT Conferences: Worth Attending?

  • robphy
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Does Professor Leonardo Susskind teach mainstream physics?

  • Doug Huffman
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Teaching finance with Monte Carlo simulation

  • jamalmunshi
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How Can AP Physics Enhance Water Rocket Projects?

  • kq6up
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Teaching calculus to people who only learned algebra 2.

  • AlfredPyo
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Why do professors use online homework systems despite student frustration?

  • Feodalherren
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Intelligence vs Hard Work: What Matters More for Success?

  • ModusPonens
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What software should I consider for my physics lab?

  • Gamma
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Best way to start self-teaching Russian and German?

  • cpman
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Student's calculation of available study time in a year

  • anemone
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Rules for Female Teachers (1915)

  • George Jones
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Teach Summer School Conceptual Physics in 6 Weeks

  • Dafkah
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Engaging Textbooks: Making Learning Interesting for Kids

  • Greg Bernhardt
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Do Physics Classrooms Need Gas, Air, and Vacuum Outlets?

  • Gamma
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So, iPads in the classroom? What's your take?

  • Greg Bernhardt
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Resources/Info on contributions of minorities and women to science

  • WalterND14
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Balancing Informal Tone with Acceptable Rigor

  • Mandelbroth
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Do university lecturers see homework forums as enabling academic dishonesty?

  • strangerep
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Did i do something to upset my teacher?

  • mayacole
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Making an introductory universal gravitation lesson interactive for grade 11

  • jumbogala
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Mathematics software/advanced calculators and the learning of mathematics.

  • Mr.Watson
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What is the average cost per hour for a professional physics tutor?

  • kategreen
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Not The Substitute Physics Teacher You Want Teaching Your Students

  • ZapperZ
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Teaching english the summer between grad and undergrad.

  • Hercuflea
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Are NCAA Tutor Wages Regulated by the NCAA or Individual Universities?

  • member 428835
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What is the effectiveness of a lecture-based teaching format?

  • member 392791
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Why does it take longer to teach algebra than calculus in the K-12 system?

  • member 392791
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AAPT Winter Meeting 2014 in Orlando

  • robphy
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Online education revolution needs fixing

  • Greg Bernhardt
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How much should I charge for physics tutoring?

  • kikko
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Could Games be the Most Effective Strategy of Learning Physics?

  • PhysicsatTen
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On the teaching of introductory physics

  • mov
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Tutoring Difficult Student in Real Analysis

  • johnqwertyful
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Good movie clips for teaching concepts?

  • superdave
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Why can't students use computer algebra systems in exams?

  • find_the_fun
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Engaging lesson ideas for scalars, vectors, and acceleration

  • jumbogala
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How Can a Physics Tutor Improve Student Success with Limited Resources?

  • Alkemyst
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How to teach the origin of science - Thales

  • Ethan0718
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Do University Physics Departments allow EE Ph.D.'s to teach Physics?

  • milhous
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Can a professor teach at more than one university?

  • ainster31
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The relation between well-understanding and teaching

  • alyafey22
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Is it time for a revolution in engineering textbooks?

  • member 392791
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Do exams measure intelligence or just problem-solving ability

  • Avichal
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How to teach scientific literacy in introductory physics

  • Gamma
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High school physics textbook and teaching preparation recommendations

  • WalterND14
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Is tutoring the right job for me?

  • Lyrassia
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Should calculus be taught in high school?

  • brainy kevin
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How can I be a successful TA for the first time?

  • Jorriss
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Connecting with Fellow Science Educators at AAPT Portland

  • robphy
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A short word for acceleration (pedagogy)

  • Cruikshank
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Cool Math/Physics Lessons For 7th and 8th Graders?

  • MPKU
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Do we do informal assessment in Physics Classroom?

  • piareround
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Uncover a little or cover a lot?

  • jbrussell93
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Teaching a high school graduate physics

  • zpatzer
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How teachers and tutors use forum posts?

  • Stephen Tashi
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Is math taught in the order it was historically discovered?

  • member 392791
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TA policy of never giving 100% on lab reports

  • Jack21222
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Using multimedia in teaching physics

  • sara omar
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Teaching Fractals to Ninth Graders

  • profhiggins
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Rough OoM Estimate for Number of HW Problems Assigned

  • Ackbach
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How Can Undergrads Transition to Reading Academic Papers in Physics?

  • DrewD
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Optics Experiences for High School Honors Class - Advice Needed

  • mishima
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University Format over the centuries

  • member 392791
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How Can Teacher Education Programs Improve STEM Teaching?

  • Astronuc
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Want to become a teacher, where to start?

  • Overkill777
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Mathematics education in schools

  • Millennial
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Teaching yourself, is it really possible?

  • uperkurk
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Teaching math to a student with discalculia

  • topsquark
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Interesting Blog Post for Math Teachers

  • Ackbach
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Louisiana Schools Teaching Creationism Vs Evolution

  • Drakkith
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Becoming a Physics teacher - degree path

  • skwissgaar
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Concerns about algorithmic teaching replacing mathematical terminology

  • DeusAbscondus
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Just signed up to take my educator licensure exams

  • Jack21222
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Teaching forces and friction with everyday items on a tight budget

  • superdave
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Is Bill Nye the Science Guy's Wacky Persona Damaging Kids' Interest in Science?

  • member 392791
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Why do profs sometimes not answer the question?

  • find_the_fun
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What Are the Best Funding Options for Students Interested in Robotics?

  • mishima
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When did teaching proof methods become necessary in secondary maths?

  • CaptainBlack
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Teachers giving as little information as possible

  • member 392791
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Introducing Vectors: Motivating Examples to Make an Impact

  • matqkks
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When should calculators be introduced to the curriculum?

  • moonman239
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Worth paying the extra money and upgrading to Wolfram Alpha pro?

  • XtremePhysX
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Physics Major - Teaching Outlook?

  • skwissgaar
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Is the focus on science and math limiting our children's education?

  • jd12345
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Unlock the Power of Basis Vectors: Impactful Examples

  • matqkks
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Can I Become a Competent Calculus II Tutor After Just Managing a B?

  • joe_cool2
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Tutoring University Student for First Time

  • nonequilibrium
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AP Physics Reading: Connect With Other Students

  • Redbelly98
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Should math education focus on computer tools over hand calculation?

  • Spiralshell
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