Minneapolis,
MN,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Physics Education Research (PER) integrates foundational learning principles with physics-specific expertise to enhance teaching methods and learning outcomes, mainly in higher education. This interdisciplinary field draws from Physics, Education, and Cognitive Science. The Minnesota physics education team specializes in analyzing student challenges in physics problem-solving. Their findings inform the creation of instructional resources and strategies for educators and learners. Additionally, the group advances PER by refining research approaches and assessment tools.