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Quarked!--Adventures in Particle Physics Education
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Physics Teacher Volume 47, Number 1, ISSN 0031-921X

Abstract

Particle physics is a subject that can send shivers down the spines of students and educators alike--with visions of long mathematical equations and inscrutable ideas. This perception, along with a full curriculum, often leaves this topic the road less traveled until the latter years of school. Particle physics, including quarks, is typically not introduced until high school or university. Many of these concepts can be made accessible to younger students when presented in a fun and engaging way. Informal science institutions are in an ideal position to communicate new and challenging science topics in engaging and innovative ways and offer a variety of educational enrichment experiences for students that support and enhance science learning. Quarked![TM] Adventures in the Subatomic Universe, a National Science Foundation EPSCoR-funded particle physics education program, provides classroom programs and online educational resources.

Citation

MacDonald, T. & Bean, A. (2009). Quarked!--Adventures in Particle Physics Education. Physics Teacher, 47(1), 38-41. Retrieved March 28, 2024 from .

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