9351022 Mills The laboratory offerings for students in the first calculus-based introductory physics course is being upgraded to include the use of computer techniques in the experiments. The students are interfacing equipment to enter data directly into files for analysis. Spreadsheets are being used for data analysis and graph preparation. The exercises have been selected to fulfill some of the functions of a traditional recitation session as well. It is expected that this will improve both the levels at which the experiments are done and the students' comprehension of the concepts. The experience gained is providing a basis for planning modernization of the other introductory laboratories.

Agency
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Institute
Division of Undergraduate Education (DUE)
Type
Standard Grant (Standard)
Application #
9351022
Program Officer
Ruth H. Howes
Project Start
Project End
Budget Start
1993-09-01
Budget End
1996-02-29
Support Year
Fiscal Year
1993
Total Cost
$15,986
Indirect Cost
Name
University of Louisville Research Foundation Inc
Department
Type
DUNS #
City
Louisville
State
KY
Country
United States
Zip Code
40208