Understanding Scientific Models and Modeling Processes in Teaching Modern Physics Topics: Literature Review of the Photoelectric Effect

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Published: Apr 7, 2025
DOI: https://doi.org/10.12681/codiste.8041
Keywords:
: teaching learning sequence, inquiry based learning models
Stavros Koukioglou
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki
https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8469-1483
Abstract

The photoelectric effect is one of the most significant phenomena in Quantum Mechanics. By utilizing the particle physics model, it became possible to describe and interpret this phenomenon, while also paving the way for the establishment of Quantum Mechanics. The present study provides a review of the literature, aiming to highlight the Didactic Transformation employed in teaching the photoelectric effect to secondary education students, as well as to pre-service students and in-service educators. Additionally, the study explores whether and to what extent the photoelectric effect and the particle nature of light model can serve as a framework for enhancing secondary education students’ epistemological awareness for scientific models.

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