Popularization of physics - project

Module name: Popularization of physics - project
Module code: KN-F-S2-PF-Pr
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 6
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The course aims to prepare future teachers for effectively popularizing physics knowledge through various forms of educational activities, including workshops, demonstrations, and multimedia projects. As part of the course, students will develop their own physics experiment demonstrations, which they can use in science popularization while ensuring both the attractiveness and scientific accuracy of their presentations. The workshops will include the analysis and evaluation of popular science sources, such as films, articles, and online experiments, in terms of their alignment with scientific knowledge and methodology. Students will work on their own science communication projects, which may take the form of educational films, interactive presentations, lesson demonstration scripts, or the organization of science events. During the classes, there will be simulations of conducting demonstrations and experiments for different audience groups, including primary school students, high school students, and adult science enthusiasts. Students will have the opportunity to work in teams on organizing a mini science festival, which will serve as a course summary and a chance to apply their acquired skills in practice. The final classes will be dedicated to project evaluation, an analysis of the effectiveness of communication, and reflection on the challenges and difficulties associated with popularizing physics in various social contexts.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
Student has the necessary knowledge in physics to conduct popular science experiments and explain them. [PFP_01]
 KN_NDP_F_S2_W01 [5/5]
Student knows and understands the principles of operation of measurement systems and research equipment used in experiments. He is familiar with computational and statistical methods as well as IT tools used to solve typical problems in the field of physics and to process experimental results. [PFP-02]
 KN_NDP_F_S2_W03 [3/5] KN_NDP_F_S2_W05 [3/5]
Student knows and understands the key issues of modern physics and the interdisciplinary connections between physics and other sciences, which enables him to comprehend their practical significance in the development of technology and science. [PFP_03]
 KN_NDP_F_S2_W02 [3/5] KN_NDP_F_S2_W04 [3/5]
Student is able to plan, conduct, and interpret physical experiments. [PFP_04]
 KN_NDP_F_S2_U04 [5/5]
Student can precisely formulate questions to deepen own understanding of a given topic. [PFP_05]
 KN_NDP_F_S2_U02 [2/5] KN_NDP_F_S2_U03 [2/5]
Student is able to prepare written works (reports, papers, studies), oral presentations, and popular science materials in the field of physics. [PFP_06]
 KN_NDP_F_S2_U05 [3/5]
Student knows health and safety rules to work independently at a test/measurement station. [PFP_07]
 KN_NDP_F_S2_W07 [1/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
laboratory classes [01] 15 Description [a03] 
Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Demonstration-imitation [c06] 
Screen presentation [c07] 
Working with a computer [d01] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03] 
Conceptual work [f03]  		course work PFP_01 PFP-02 PFP_03 PFP_04 PFP_05 PFP_06 PFP_07
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
Production/preparation of tools, materials or documentation necessary for class participation [a05] Preparation for classes
developing, preparing and assessing the usefulness of tools and materials (e.g. aids, scenarios, research tools, equipment, etc.) to be employed in class or as an aid when preparing for classes
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Verification / adjustment / discussion of syllabus provisions [b02] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
consulting the content of the syllabus, possibly in the presence of the year tutor or members of the class group, and, if necessary, reassessing the provisions concerning special conditions for class participation, e.g., space and time requirements, technical and other requirements, including conditions for participation in classes outside the walls of the university, classes organized in blocks, organized online, etc.
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
Undertaking, on one’s own initiative and individually, activities aimed at expanding the scope or depth of the teaching content, also beyond the walls of the University [e01] Activities complementary to the classes
a set of activities undertaken independently and on the student's own initiative, aimed at expanding the depth and scope of knowledge and skills, their revision and repetition, retention or verification, also activities carried outside the university, e.g., in a culture promoting or educational institution, a laboratory, in the open air, etc.; also self-education
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