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Physics refers to ‘nature’ or ‘knowledge of nature’. It is a branch of science concerned with the fundamental laws of the universe. It deals with the elementary constituents of the universe - matter, energy, space and time. Physics refers to the science of matter and energy and of interactions between the two.
Physics as the "fundamental science"
Physics is closely related to mathematics
Physics is closely related to technology and engineering
The importance in learning physics,
1. For public understanding
Science provision for all students through their compulsory education become norm. For majority of students, science is a part of their general education, aiming to improve scientific literacy.
2. For those pursuing science-related career
Minority of students will use science for career purposes such as engineers, scientists, medically related careers researchers and technicians.
The best way to learn science is through,
Dialogue, discussion and argumentation
Through small group learning, you are able to learn principles and practise problem solving various issues. Allow consolidation of knowledge and understanding. It also allows increased opportunity to discuss, argue and narrate. Finally, it enables the pupils to motivate themselves and allow learner-centred methods of learning.
Retelling and Narrative method;
* “ Knowing into telling”
* “ Children learn while talking. For most children, talking well leads to reading well, writing well and thinking clearly ”( Mason, 1923)
- “ Argument is the foundation for the development of logic” (Vygotsky,1962)
- Speaking helps children to interpret and integrate new ideas into their thinking.
“ Higher mental function was external and social before it was internal. Learning can be two ways: internalisation, learning as increasing participation in community of practice.” (Daniels,2000).
