Interdisciplinary optics course for technical high schools

Donna M. Goyette; Judith F. Donnelly

doi:10.1117/12.799504

11 September 2008 Interdisciplinary optics course for technical high schools

Proceedings Volume 7061, Novel Optical Systems Design and Optimization XI; 70610T (2008) https://doi.org/10.1117/12.799504
Event: Optical Engineering + Applications, 2008, San Diego, California, United States

Abstract

A new course for technical high school students has been developed that integrates components of technical shops into a one-semester Introduction to Optics classroom curriculum. Hands-on activities based on the discovery model are used to build confidence in students who are weak in mathematics. The course promotes career awareness through collaboration with nearby community colleges and activities such as Laser Camp. In this paper we discuss the development and implementation of the course and its relationship to the PHOTON2 and PHOTON PBL projects.

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Donna M. Goyette and Judith F. Donnelly "Interdisciplinary optics course for technical high schools", Proc. SPIE 7061, Novel Optical Systems Design and Optimization XI, 70610T (11 September 2008); https://doi.org/10.1117/12.799504

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