Document Type
Conference Proceeding
Publication Date
12-1-2002
Publication Title
ASEE Annual Conference Proceedings
Abstract
In this study, we use graphical analysis to develop a learner-centered approach to understanding kinematics. The learner-centered approach offers three advantages: it is consistent with pedagogy that has been shown to be effective for learning, it can be naturally integrated with real-time data collection using motion detectors or video analysis, and it provides a mechanism for developing insight into both physics and calculus. Students discover fundamental principles through a series of laboratory modules. The learning process is integrated into a conceptual framework through a variety of activities and application projects.
First Page
10947
Last Page
10959
ISSN
01901052
Rights
© 2002, American Society for Engineering Education
Recommended Citation
Ellis, Glenn W. and Turner, Warren A., "Improving the Conceptual Understanding of Kinematics Through Graphical Analysis" (2002). Engineering: Faculty Publications, Smith College, Northampton, MA.
https://scholarworks.smith.edu/egr_facpubs/101
Comments
Archived as published. Open access article.