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This is a reminder that algebra based college physics is just kinda of trust me, this is the equation that works. This was the case before pandemic. For some re
by elashri 3y ago
This is a reminder that algebra based college physics is just kinda of trust me, this is the equation that works. This was the case before pandemic. For some reasons colleges decided that they don't want to have a calculus as requirement (usually for medical/bio fields) but they need some physics education so they came up with this invention.
Now this, I don't think this will end well on a generation level. Although it is now easier to close this knowledge gap on individuals level as they have access to a lot of online free content that can easily help with that.
- kermatt 3y agoPutting the math and physics in two separate sequential semesters was a problem I recognized. I found it less efficient that the math was taught in a vacuum, and then later the application of it. For example, the math for acceleration was taught before, and separate from the real world application. When that application was taught, the math became a lot clearer to me. In an era where schools seem more interested in passing students as a KPI, and less about actual education, I imagine the problem is worse.
- joeframbach 3y agoI lucked out and took these courses in order: 1. Algebra-based "just apply the formula" d=vt, y=v_0*t+gt^2/2. 2. Calc I, where the previous formulas now made complete sense and served as mnemonics. 3. Calc-based stats, calc-based physics. I'd recommend this to anyone.
- pro-kythera 3y ago> 1. Algebra-based "just apply the formula" d=vt, y=v_0*t+gt^2/2. Referring to an algebra-based physics class? Now also move the notion "include the units and they must work out" back to intro algebra classes, and kids could have a superpower in solving word problems.