How to stay in touch with physics in a gap year?

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To stay engaged with physics during a 1.5-year wait before starting formal studies, reading books on the subject is a solid recommendation. Participating in forums can also provide valuable insights and discussions. Additionally, exploring online resources, such as MIT's OpenCourseWare, offers access to a variety of physics lectures, particularly in calculus-based physics, which can enhance understanding and preparation for future studies.
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Hello,

I just finished school and I want to study physics, but I have to wait about 1.5 years until I can start with it. What would you recommend to stay in touch with physics during that time? Reading books would be the thing I came up with, would you say that reading in forums like this would help as well?

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I'd also search the web for online physics lectures. I believe MIT has a good series of videos for calculus-based physics, if you're familiar enough with the higher math.
 
Thank you, that is a nice idea. Calculus Physics sounds like a good followup to what I have been doing in school.

Edit: Found something: http://ocw.mit.edu/courses/physics/
 
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