Event Title
The Process of Becoming a Physics Expert from the Perspective of University Physics Professors
Document Type
Event
Description
Results from a qualitative interview study of three physics professors at a large public research university are presented. Faculty view building physics expertise as moving through stages, developing knowledge skills, and adopting the norms of the community, which is consistent with the legitimate peripheral participation model.
Identifier
FIDC005630
The Process of Becoming a Physics Expert from the Perspective of University Physics Professors
Results from a qualitative interview study of three physics professors at a large public research university are presented. Faculty view building physics expertise as moving through stages, developing knowledge skills, and adopting the norms of the community, which is consistent with the legitimate peripheral participation model.