The aim of this teaching module is on presenting the concept of light while at the same time placing an emphasis on the use of technology and making the connection between physics, other STEM topics and everyday life explicit. This module emphasizes both content knowledge of light and critical thinking skills. Through six activities, it covers key concepts, related skills, and pedagogical strategies for using technology to teach light effectively.
The module contains a module outline and a presentation that includes all activities. Download all materials here.
About STEMkey
The project STEMkey (Teaching standard STEM topics with a key competence approach) was an EU funded project that ran from 2020-2023. By adopting an interdisciplinary perspective, STEMkey supports the development of key competences in STEM education.
To achieve this, the project has developed innovative teaching modules for use in Higher Education programmes and the training of future STEM teachers. These modules address various STEM disciplines.
The project was coordinated by Prof. Dr. Katja Maaß at the International Centre for STEM Education (ICSE), University of Education Freiburg, Germany.
Click here for other modules in this project.
Disclaimer:
The creation of these resources has been co-funded by the ERASMUS+ grant program of the European Union under grant no. 2O2O I-DEO1.KA2O3.OO5671. Neither the European Commission nor the project’s national funding agency DAAD are responsible for the content or liable for any losses or damage resulting of the use of these resources.
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Image source: Own illustration (ICSE)
Content-related competences
