III. Specific science based approaches that have "worked"

for me.

(~ all adapted from ideas in res. lit.-- ed., psych., advertising)

What data indicates "worked"?

Intro algebra-based physics for nonscientists.

Traditionally unpopular, hard to teach.

With entire package:

• Enrollment x 2-3 (200 first term, 55 second)

• Attendance x ~2

• Time on homework x 1.5-2

• Scores on exam problems up ~ 1sigma (~2 grades)

• Dramatic change in student attitudes about physics and classroom atmosphere.

Not class specific. Expect similar effects for any intro

courses and many more advanced classes.

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