Open AccessSynoptic physics
Author(s) -
Annabel Cartwright
Publication year - 2014
Publication title -
new directions in the teaching of physical sciences
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2051-3615
pISSN - 1740-9888
DOI - 10.29311/ndtps.v0i10.514
Subject(s) - enthusiasm , attendance , course (navigation) , mathematics education , medical education , psychology , physics , medicine , astronomy , political science , social psychology , law
A new course has been introduced in the second year of undergraduate Physics studies at Cardiff University. Aimed at addressing problem solving, team working and communication, the course has been very well received by students, with exceptional levels of attendance and engagement. Students also displayed an increased level of enthusiasm for the degree and enhanced self-confidence. The structure and content of the course are outlined.