A Microcomputer Based Introductory Physics Laboratory

这个项目是把计算机与实验室设备连接起来 在瓦萨学院的入门物理实验室。 的 结果是一个更有效的教学和学习环境。 当数据快速采集并直观显示时， 更多的时间来理解物理概念， 由此产生的灵活性允许更多的自发学习 经验 九个计算机站，每个都有一个接口， 相关探头和软件，以及一台激光打印机， 和一个液晶顶置显示器。 这些设备正在与围绕以下方面开发的新课程一起使用： 一种新的教学方法的入门实验室。 的 该项目是从以前的微型计算机结合的想法- 基于实验室，并正在开发许多新的实验 协议.特别是，超级卡正被用来开发一种 综合学习环境，包括文本，教程， 计算机上的图形和动画。 这是一种背离 从传统的方法，实验室的指示， 以一种死记硬背的方式进行。 该项目正在创建一个 互动学习环境，学生在 实验变量，跟踪结果， 探索因果关系，强调 基本物理定律。 国家科学基金会的赠款资金正在匹配 资金来自非联邦来源。

This project is interfacing computers with laboratory equipment in the introductory physics laboratory at Vassar College. The result is a more effective teaching and learning environment. When data are acquired quickly and displayed visually, there is more time for understanding the physical concepts, and the resulting flexibility allows for more spontaneous learning experiences. Nine computer stations, each with an interface, associated probes and software, as well as one laser printer, and one liquid crystal overhead display are being acquired. The equipment is being used with new curricula developed around a new pedagogical approach to the introductory laboratory. The project is incorporating ideas from previous microcomputer- based laboratories and is developing many new experimental protocols. In particular, Supercard is being used to develop an integrated learning environment incorporating text, tutorials, graphics, and animations on the computer. This is a departure from the traditional approach, where lab instructions were followed in a rote manner. This project is creating an interactive learning environment, where students are experimenting with variables, tracking the results, and exploring cause and effect relationships that underscore fundamental physical laws. NSF grant funds are being matched with funds from non-federal sources.