Conceptualizing Light
How do you get your students excited about the topic of light? How might the inclusion of digital media help with teaching about light?
Watch this video, in which science educator Rachel Connolly offers ideas on how to conceptualize light. As you watch, pay attention to how Rachel relates ideas about light to common experiences and communicates what scientists can learn from the information carried inside light.
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Video: What Is Light?
Take Notes
Before moving on, reflect on your own experiences teaching about light. Use the space below to jot down some notes.
- What are some common conceptions about light that you have observed in your students?
- How are those ideas exhibited or expressed in your classroom?
