Articles
The implications of a robust curriculum in introductory mechanics (with Chance Hoellwarth), American Journal of Physics (2011)
We have developed a curriculum for introductory mechanics that emphasizes interactive engagement and conceptual understanding...
Exposing Students to the Idea that Theories Can Change (with Chance Hoellwarth), The Physics Teacher (2011)
A Direct Comparison of Conceptual Learning and Problem Solving Ability in Traditional and Studio Style Classrooms (with Chance Hoellwarth and Randall D. Knight), American Journal of Physics (2005)
We present data on student performance on conceptual understanding and on quantitative problem-solving ability in...
A Laboratory-based Nonlinear Dynamics Course for Science and Engineering Students (with Nilgun Sungar, John P. Sharpe, Neil Fleishon, Kent Morrison, Jean McDill, and Rod Schoonover), American Journal of Physics (2001)
We describe the implementation of a new laboratory-based interdisciplinary undergraduate course on nonlinear dynamical systems....
Two-Dimensional Pendulum Experiments Using a Spark Generator (with Rand S. Worland), The Physics Teacher (2000)
Student understanding of the superposition of perpendicular harmonic oscillators can be enhanced using a spark...