Use of role-playing exercises in teaching undergraduate astronomy and physics

Paul J. Francis; Aidan P. Byrne

doi:10.1071/AS99206

Use of role-playing exercises in teaching undergraduate astronomy and physics

Paul J. Francis^*, Aidan P. Byrne

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The use of role-playing exercises in the teaching of university astronomy and physics can enliven lectures, deepen student understanding and dramatically increase the level of classroom interaction. A series of case studies is presented, illustrating the nature of this technique, its advantages and some of its pitfalls. Several ready-to-run exercises are included.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	206-211
Number of pages	6
Journal	Publications of the Astronomical Society of Australia
Volume	16
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1071/AS99206
Publication status	Published - Jul 1999

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