Is Sixty Symbols Effective for Physics Outreach?

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Sixty Symbols aims to enhance physics outreach but receives mixed reviews regarding its effectiveness. Some videos are appreciated for their engaging content, while others are criticized as lacking appeal. The target audience appears to be non-technical viewers, but there is uncertainty about its overall draw. The initiative may be attempting to leverage YouTube's popularity for broader reach. Overall, opinions vary on the site's success in effectively promoting physics.
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My university have created this site to broaden "outreach" in physics. Some of them are pretty decent, but I personally think this one is terrible. Just wondered what you think to the idea in general.
 
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Is there a specific target audience in mind? I don't really see the draw.
 
some are lame , but some are kool
 
Andy Resnick said:
Is there a specific target audience in mind? I don't really see the draw.


Tbh I do not think there is. Generally aimed at a none technical background. I think they are possibly hoping for a bit of youtube celebrity.
 

Thread 'Need help understanding particle physics and quantum physics'

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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