Week 1 Day 1

Topics:

Getting Started

  • Welcome
  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Course Overview

Announcements

  • Class meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday
    (You MUST be registered for both PHY 2048C-08& PHY 2048L-9)
  • Rules of Conduct
    • No food or drink is allowed in this room - keep it outside/in your bag
      Being found with food or drink during the exam will result in your being asked to leave for the day, even during a test or quiz.
    • Be back on time ready to go after break.
    • Please be courteous when others are speaking during class discussions. If you must talk, please whisper.

Assignments

Activities

  • Welcome
  • Diagnostic Testing
  • Name tags

BREAK

  • Class organization

What is SCALE-UP and what does it mean to you?

    1.You learn physics better: concepts, applications, labs

    2.You practice problem solving, critical thinking, teamwork and communication skills

    3.You find new friends

What do students say:

    1. I can't miss one day of class, nor do I want to.
    2. I work harder than in a regular section, but I learn a lot more.

UCF Students describing the SCALE-UP class and offering advice

Class meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday
(You MUST be registered for both PHY 2048C-05& PHY 2048L-10)

"Why are we doing this?"

Overview and orientation