After interviewing a few candidates for teaching assistant (TA) positions within the framework of our introductory experimental physics (classical mechanics and thermodynamics) class for freshmen this week, I have had some new thoughts on teaching and learning physics in higher education, especially with regard to TAs and their significance. In the following, I will discuss some of these thoughts.
This blog is a platform for discussions on physics teaching in higher education. What are effective teaching strategies and creative ways to arouse students' enthusiasm for physics? A special focus lies on condensed matter physics and materials science. Most of the content is based on my personal experience, but I also try to offer a broader perspective of physics teaching.
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