Science teachers' readiness and attitudes towards teaching quantum physics
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Sep 13, 2024
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readiness attitudes Quantum Physics
Abstract
In year 2023, the senior students at Greek high school who follow the science or medical studies program will be examined nationwide, for the first time, in Quantum Physics (QP). The purpose of this study is to determine the level of readiness and attitudes of science teachers to apply QP in secondary school physics curriculum. A quantitative survey method was used to gather data from a sample of 84 Physics and Chemistry teachers. The research tool was “The Teacher Readiness to teach Quantum Physics” (TRQP). The results of the study revealed that Physics teachers have a high level of readiness while Chemistry teachers have moderate level of readiness. Finally, both physicists and chemists have positive attitudes regarding teaching QP.
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