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Is "Thermal Physics" Thermo (thermodynamics)? I'm not familiar with the term "Thermal Physics".gleem said:Thermo
Yes, I have heard it referred to as such.berkeman said:Is "Thermal Physics" Thermo (thermodynamics)? I'm not familiar with the term "Thermal Physics".
Yeah, me too. I thought about commenting about that aspect, but held off. I would choose the courses that excited me the most, and take more classes to round out my background for my intended teaching position, but that's just me (and you).gleem said:In thinking about the OP I cannot express adequately my feelings with regard to how this affect future of science education in the US.
And me.berkeman said:Yeah, me too. I thought about commenting about that aspect, but held off. I would choose the courses that excited me the most, and take more classes to round out my background for my intended teaching position, but that's just me (and you).
Yeah because I’m going to be teaching thermal physics and maxwells equations in high school. I will be teaching none of these courses in high school. Zero.gleem said:The problem is the lack of excitement. How can a teacher inspire (the main objective of a teacher) his student without that internal fire that come from such excitement?
Nobody knows the difference between high school astronomy and upper division college physics classes. Smh. Is this a liberal arts forum?Dark_matters84 said:Okay so which 4 classes would you recommend me to take? I am only wanting to teach high school astronomy LOL however, I have to pick 4 classes from here. Easiest classes would be?
I'm sure you will be a great inspiration to any students who are unlucky enough to have you as a teacher.Dark_matters84 said:Yes because I’m going to be teaching maxwells equations and how to integrate in astronomy. Get outta here and join a liberal arts forum if you don’t know the difference between high school astronomy and upper division college physics courses bro.
My question has yet to be answered. Will I be teaching maxwells equations, Newtonian mechanics, quantum physics/mechanics in high school? Do you not know any of these courses? Because if you don’t know... none of these upper division college classes will ever be taught in high school astronomyphinds said:I'm sure you will be a great inspiration to any students who are unlucky enough to have you as a teacher.
I doubt that you will be teaching Maxwell's equation in a high school class, but you should have a good understanding of, say, magnetic fields, to explain how the Earth's magnetic field protects its inhabitants from cosmic rays and such.Dark_matters84 said:Will I be teaching maxwells equations ... in high school?
You probably will. I doubt that any high school has a position devoted to teaching nothing but astronomy. Most likely they will want someone to teach physics as well.Dark_matters84 said:Will I be teaching Newtonian mechanics ... in high school?
Probably not, but how will you answer a bright student who asks how quantum computers work?Dark_matters84 said:Will I be teaching quantum physics/mechanics in high school?
Amen to that!gleem said:In thinking about the OP I cannot express adequately my feelings with regard to how this affect future of science education in the US.
Mark44 said:I doubt that you will be teaching Maxwell's equation in a high school class, but you should have a good understanding of, say, magnetic fields, to explain how the Earth's magnetic field protects its inhabitants from cosmic rays and such.
You probably will. I doubt that any high school has a position devoted to teaching nothing but astronomy. Most likely they will want someone to teach physics as well.
Probably not, but how will you answer a bright student who asks how quantum computers work?
Amen to that!
gleem said:Perhaps someone could verify the idea that to effectively teach a subject you should know about twice amount that you are to teach. Your apparent work ethic IMO reflects how far you are willing to go to effectively teach, help and inspire your students to careers in STEM.
I couldn't agree more.gleem said:Be a resource for you students not just one who wants to get through a day an collect a paycheck.
The 4 easiest classes for a science major will vary depending on the individual's strengths and interests. However, some commonly cited easy classes for science majors include introductory biology, chemistry, physics, and statistics.
No, there is no one class that is universally considered easy for science majors. Some students may find a particular class to be easy while others may struggle with it. It ultimately depends on the individual's learning style and abilities.
The best way to determine which classes are the easiest for you as a science major is to talk to your academic advisor or fellow students who have taken the classes. You can also look at course descriptions and syllabi to get an idea of the workload and difficulty level.
Yes, some tips for making challenging science classes easier include staying organized, attending lectures and taking thorough notes, actively participating in class, seeking help from professors or tutors, and studying consistently throughout the semester rather than cramming for exams.
It depends on the individual's academic goals and the specific classes they are taking. While taking easier classes may result in a higher GPA, it may not adequately prepare a student for more advanced courses in their major. It is important to find a balance between challenging yourself and maintaining a good GPA.