Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
How Do We Assess Computation in Physics? |
| Authors: |
Sabo, Hannah C.1 (AUTHOR) hsabo13@gmail.com, Odden, Tor Ole B.1 (AUTHOR), Caballero, Marcos D.2 (AUTHOR) |
| Source: |
Physics Teacher. Mar2026, Vol. 64 Issue 3, p200-203. 4p. |
| Subjects: |
Computational physics, Physics education, Evaluation methodology, Educational evaluation, Computer software quality control, Simulation methods & models, Contextual learning, Debugging |
| Abstract: |
The article discusses the integration of computational methods into physics education and the need for effective assessment strategies tailored to computational physics. It highlights the differences between traditional physics assessments and those required for computational physics, emphasizing that the latter involves producing and interpreting computational models rather than solving equations. The authors outline various assessment activities and foci, such as evaluating program outputs, code quality, and student interpretations, to better capture students' understanding of computational concepts. They advocate for a shift in perspective on errors in coding, suggesting that viewing them as "bugs" can foster a more supportive learning environment and broaden participation in physics. [Extracted from the article] |
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| Database: |
Engineering Source |
