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Department of Physics
University of Arkansas

Invited Talks

Friday, October 19, 2001, 2:30 PM-3:20 PM, Room PHYS-133
Michael Lieber, University of Arkansas, Session Chair

Paul Thibado, University of Arkansas
HyperInteractive Teaching Technology

Saturday, October 20, 2001, 8:30 am-9:20 am, Room PHYS-133
Gay Stewart, University of Arkansas, Session Chair

Victor J. Montemayor, Middle Tennessee State University
Innovative Methods in Teaching Algebra-Based Physics


Session I Oral Presentations

Saturday, October 20, 2001, 1:00 Ð 3:00 PM, Room PHYS 133

Instructional Research
William 'Lin' Oliver, University of Arkansas, Chair

SI-1 A Mini-Grand Unification: Simple Development of Special Relativity and Quantum Theory
Abstract
William Harter
University of Arkansas-Physics
SI-2

The Nature of Physics: Opposing Viewpoints and Implications for Classroom Practice
Abstract
PDF of the Presentation
Wilson J. Gonzalez-Espada
Arkansas Tech University

SI-3 An Alternate Definition for the Circle
Abstract
Ivan V. Griffin
Tulsa Community College
SI-4 Using "Reading Memos" -- What Your Students Really Think
Abstract
Steve Highland
University of Arkansas-Physics
SI-5 Students' Concepts In Understanding of Sound
Abstract
Zdeslav Hrepic
Kansas State University
SI-6 Implications of The Use of Everyday Language on Learning Physics Concepts
Abstract
Salomon Itza-Ortiz
Kansas State University
SI-7 Students' Understanding of Energy of Lights
Abstract
Seunghee Lee
Kansas State University
SI-8 Investigations of Students Mental Models and their Applications in Newton's II Law
Abstract
N. Sanjay Rebello
Kansas State University
SI-9 Unraveling the Boomerang
Abstract
Karyn Spence
Rhodes College
SI-10 Photoelectric Effect Simulation
Abstract
Karen Williams
East Central University

Session II Oral Presentations

Saturday, October 20, 2001, 3:15 Ð 4:50 PM, Room PHYS 133

Resources, Research and Outreach
Claud Sandberg Lacy, University of Arkansas, Chair

SII-1 Physics Instructional Applets
Abstract
Julio Gea-Banacloche
University of Arkansas-Physics
SII-2 Introduction to the MERLOT project
Abstract
Terry Bradfield
Northeastern State University
SII-3 Physical Science Online - Just the FAQ's
Abstract
Shane Thompson
Butler County Community College
SII-4 Electrodeposition of Multinary Semiconductor for Photovoltaic Applications
Abstract
Saibal Mitra
Department of Physics and Engineering Physics, University of Tulsa
SII-5 An Exploration of Gadolinium as an Agent in Dual Energy Contrast Enhanced X-ray Imaging
Abstract
Ben Evans
Rhodes College
SII-6 Response of 4150HP-Grade Ultrahigh Molecular Weight Polyethylene to Stress after Sterilization
Abstract
Neil Fore
Rhodes College
SII-7 Computer Model of the Response of a Cardiac Myocyte to High Frequency Square and Pulse Wave AC Stimulation
Abstract
Thomas J. O'Hara
Rhodes College
SII-8 Astronomy as a Tool for Science Outreach
Abstract
Beth Serex
Rhodes College

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