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Putting 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, a
by kermatt 3y ago
Putting 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.