Interesting undergraduate thesis topic for Physics education

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around seeking suggestions for an undergraduate thesis topic in Physics education, with a particular interest in incorporating mathematics. Participants explore various ideas and approaches related to educational research in physics.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Homework-related, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses a desire for thesis topics that integrate mathematics into Physics education.
  • Another participant suggests investigating the difference in learning outcomes between in-person and online lectures by coordinating with a first-year physics professor.
  • A later reply acknowledges the proposed idea as helpful but raises concerns about resource availability and sample size for the study.
  • Some participants inquire about the current research being conducted at the local university to inform topic selection.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the need for topics related to Physics education, but multiple competing views on specific approaches and methodologies remain unresolved.

Contextual Notes

Limitations include potential challenges in accessing resources and defining the scope of the study, as well as the need for clarity on the educational context and research parameters.

Who May Find This Useful

Students in Physics education, educators interested in research methodologies, and those exploring the integration of mathematics in teaching physics.

Kimpoy
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Hello everyone,
I am a Physics education major in the Philippines.I am now on the stage of doing an undergraduate thesis as a requirement for my degree. I would like to ask for suggestion out there, for an interesting topic to be considered. I would really appreciate topics that gives a little spice of mathematics.
P.S: I really love doing Mathematics.
Thanks you for those who will respond.

-KIM.
 
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How do we know what research is being done at your local university?
 
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Is your goal to become a physics teacher? I would probably look for something along those lines. Maybe coordinate with a first year physics professor and see if you can video a lecture. Then get have the students in the class to attend the lecture and the other half to view the video. Get them all to write a quiz on the material and see if there is a measureable difference in those learning in person vs. those learning online.
 
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Almeisan said:
How do we know what research is being done at your local university?
Hi. Sure. This is my school, Mindanao State University- Iligan Institute of Technology and since I am an education major, I am encourage to pursue a study related on education. Any suggestions? Thanks.
 
Choppy said:
Is your goal to become a physics teacher? I would probably look for something along those lines. Maybe coordinate with a first year physics professor and see if you can video a lecture. Then get have the students in the class to attend the lecture and the other half to view the video. Get them all to write a quiz on the material and see if there is a measureable difference in those learning in person vs. those learning online.
Thank you. This is very helpful. Cool idea. The only problem is finding the resource school and the accepted number of samples.
 

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