PSC2121 Hints for
Success:
course goals:
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qualitative and quantitative understanding
of modern physical science
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effects on our lives
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critical thinking relative to science
issues
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concepts and ideas more important than
formula
sources of information:
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textbook
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lecture
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TA
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fellow students
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WWW including online discussion board
2-way communication:
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ask questions at lecture and of TA
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not all material can be covered in
lecture
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questions indicate where most help
is needed
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sit near front of classroom
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talk to fellow students
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often capable of better explanation
than lecturer or TA
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use WWW discussion board
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form homework groups and set a regular
time to meet
bring to class:
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paper and pen/pencil
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textbook
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calculator