Instructor Reflections on Teaching 8.03 | Physics III: Vibrations and Waves | Physics | MIT OpenCourseWare

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Instructor

Prof. Yen-Jie Lee

Departments

Physics

As Taught In

Fall 2016

Level

Undergraduate

Topics

Science
- Physics

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Instructor Reflections on Teaching 8.03

Professor Yen-Jie Lee describes various aspects of how he teaches 8.03 Physics III: Vibrations and Waves.

Students’ Common Misconceptions

Making Time for Individual Questions in a Large Lecture

Using Humor to Enhance Learning

Using Demonstrations in Class

Behind-the-Scenes Demo Prep

Taking a Vote to Engage Learners

Combining Chalk Talks and Slides in a Complementary Way

Using Questionnaires to Customize Course Content

The Role of Recitations

Course Iteration: Incorporating Theoretical Content and Demonstrations

Tips for Physics Educators

Course Info

Instructor

Prof. Yen-Jie Lee

Departments

Physics

As Taught In

Fall 2016

Level

Undergraduate

Topics

Science
- Physics

Learning Resource Types

Exams

Instructor Insights

Lecture Notes

Lecture Videos

Problem Sets

Download Course

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