Undergraduate Research in Science/Physics Education

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The discussion centers on undergraduate research opportunities in science and physics education, specifically seeking NSF-funded Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REUs). The participant has already identified potential opportunities through conversations with professors and noted Kansas State University's education research project option within their physics REU. However, they are looking for additional programs, particularly those related to education, and have explored notable institutions like Harvard and Berkeley without success. The participant also suggests leveraging resources within their physics department, such as old journals and departmental postings, for further leads.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of NSF-funded Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REUs)
  • Familiarity with physics education research methodologies
  • Knowledge of prominent education programs at institutions like Harvard and Berkeley
  • Ability to navigate academic resources within a university physics department
NEXT STEPS
  • Research additional NSF-funded REUs specifically in physics education
  • Explore Kansas State University's REU program details and project options
  • Investigate education research initiatives at other universities
  • Review academic journals related to physics education for potential research leads
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This discussion is beneficial for undergraduate physics students, educators interested in research, and anyone seeking to explore opportunities in physics education research.

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I am a physics undergraduate student and have a passion for education research. I have spoken to some professors I know that work in that field and have some possible undergraduate research opportunities lined up, but I was wondering if anybody knew of any other undergraduate research opportunities, possibly some REU that is NSF funded. I looked through NSF's list of funded REUs, but didn't find anything in the education field. I also looked into some of the more prominent programs like Harvard's GSE and Berkeley's Education Graduate Program, but to no avail. If anybody knows of a program I should look into, or could maybe point me in a direction to look, it would be greatly appreciated. Thank you all so much for your help.
 
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Kansas State has education research as a project option for their physics REU.

http://www.phys.ksu.edu/reu/2012-per-projects.html
 
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I know at my school a lot of that information could be found in old physics journals lying around..Try walking through the physics department and seeing what they have lying around and hanging on walls.
 

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