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Peer reviewedLinder, Cedric J.; Hillhouse, Greg – Physics Teacher, 1996
Describes an introductory physics course at the University of the Western Cape that shifted its fundamental approach from a mathematical focus to a conceptual focus based on verbal and written articulation of understanding. Reports that this approach enhanced student understanding of introductory physics. Contains 21 references. (JRH)
Descriptors: Course Descriptions, Educational Strategies, Evaluation, Foreign Countries
