I found the best teacher of physics

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An 8th-grade student expresses enthusiasm for their physics teacher, highlighting the clarity and engagement of the lectures. The student feels they understood complex concepts without relying on the internet, attributing this to the teacher's effective communication style. The discussion mentions the Feynman Lectures on Physics, which are available online and provide a deeper understanding of physics. There's an acknowledgment of Richard Feynman's contributions to teaching and the importance of finding inspiring educators. The conversation encourages continued exploration and learning in the subject.
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As an 8th grade student, I can honestly say that I understood everything he stated. The things that I didn't know, I figured out. Not with the internet but with the lecture, the way he describes things and how he uses them, i figured out. It's amazing how he speaks, it wasn't boring at all and it was easy to understand because of the way he spoke and how he keeps the class entertained as well as educated. You go Mr. Feynman


https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbcqXyN-B4W_aznfOViuyl0bL4tWGyHYv
 
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These are non-technical lectures. If you are interested, take a look at the Feynman Lectures on Physics (you can read them online - no videos exist as far as I know). They are more technical and will give you a look at what physics is really about.
 
Dr. Feynman made many contributions to physics teaching. I am sorry to say he has passed on (actually many years before you were born). I think learning about his exciting and unconventional biography can be valuable. I also hope you will find living teachers who can inspire and guide you throughout your academic career as well. Of course, you may have to be especially receptive and open your mind to these younger and lesser celebrated educators.
Best Wishes.
 
There are audio tapes of the Feynman Lectures as well.
 
Steven Robbin said:
As an 8th grade student, I can honestly say that I understood everything he stated. The things that I didn't know, I figured out. Not with the internet but with the lecture, the way he describes things and how he uses them, i figured out. It's amazing how he speaks, it wasn't boring at all and it was easy to understand because of the way he spoke and how he keeps the class entertained as well as educated. You go Mr. Feynman


https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbcqXyN-B4W_aznfOViuyl0bL4tWGyHYv


Well, that is great! You may have found your niche if you could make associations so readily- keep going!
 
So I know that electrons are fundamental, there's no 'material' that makes them up, it's like talking about a colour itself rather than a car or a flower. Now protons and neutrons and quarks and whatever other stuff is there fundamentally, I want someone to kind of teach me these, I have a lot of questions that books might not give the answer in the way I understand. Thanks
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