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Using math in physics: 5. Functional dependence
Edward F. Redish
When students are learning to use math in physics, one of the most important ideas they need to learn is that equations are not just calculational tools; they represent relationshi…
Using math in physics -- 3. Anchor equations
Edward F. Redish
An important step in learning to use math in science is learning to see physics equations as not just calculational tools, but as ways of expressing fundamental relationships among…
Using math in physics -- 4. Toy models
Edward F. Redish
Learning to create, use, and evaluate models is a central element of becoming a scientist. In physics, we often begin an analysis of a complex system with highly simplified or toy…
Using math in physics -- 2. Estimation
Edward F. Redish
Learning to use math in science is a non-trivial task. It involves many different skills (not usually taught in a math class) that help blend physical knowledge with mathematical s…
Using math in physics -- 1. Dimensional analysis
Edward F. Redish
Making meaning with math in physics requires blending physical conceptual knowledge with mathematical symbology. Students in introductory physics classes often struggle with this,…
Using math in physics -- Overview
Edward F. Redish
The key difference between math as math and math in science is that in science we blend our physical knowledge with our knowledge of math. This blending changes the way we put mean…