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Rendering the "Not-So-Simple" Pendulum Experimentally Accessible
David P. Jackson
Physics Teacher Vol. 34, No. 2 (1996) pp. 86–89
Presents three methods for obtaining experimental data related to acceleration of a simple pendulum. Two of the methods involve angular position measurements and the subsequent calculation of the acceleration while the third method involves a direct ...
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Measuring and Modeling Cosmic Ray Showers with an MBL System: An Undergraduate Project
David P. Jackson; Matthew T. Welker
American Journal of Physics Vol. 69, No. 8 (2001) pp. 896–900
Describes a novel method for inducing and measuring cosmic ray showers using a low-cost, microcomputer-based laboratory system. Uses low counting-rate radiation monitors in the reproduction of Bruno Rossi's classic experiment. (Contains 16...
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Using Research-Based Interactive Video Vignettes to Enhance Out-of-Class Learning in Introductory Physics
Priscilla W. Laws; Maxine C. Willis; David P. Jackson; Kathleen Koenig; Robert Teese
Physics Teacher Vol. 53, No. 2 (February 2015) pp. 114–117
Ever since the first generalized computer-assisted instruction system (PLATO) was introduced over 50 years ago, educators have been adding computer-based materials to their classes. Today many textbooks have complete online versions that include...