The revered quantum physicist Richard Feynman once quipped, ̢ĺŰĺĎI think I can …
The revered quantum physicist Richard Feynman once quipped, ̢ĺŰĺĎI think I can safely say that nobody understands quantum mechanics.̢ĺŰĺ And yet, the study of quantum mechanics has given birth to the laser, the microchip, and the electron microscope. What̢ĺŰĺŞs going on here? You can find out by taking Quantum Physics I, a completely free online class from MIT. The Syllabus is a great way to get situated with the course offerings and the Readings section offers links to help purchase the necessary books. When ready, strap yourself into your office chair and launch into the 24 one-hour-long Lecture Videos. Don̢ĺŰĺŞt forget the Lecture Notes (you̢ĺŰĺŞll need those!), as well as Assignments, Exams, and Study Materials. If you have ever longed to understand the Higgs Boson or wondered how a photon can act as either a particle or a wave, this incredible, knowledge packed course from one of the top scientific universities in the world is for you.
Together, this course and 8.06 Quantum Physics III cover quantum physics with …
Together, this course and 8.06 Quantum Physics III cover quantum physics with applications drawn from modern physics. Topics covered in this course include the general formalism of quantum mechanics, harmonic oscillator, quantum mechanics in three-dimensions, angular momentum, spin, and addition of angular momentum.
8.06 is the third course in the three-sequence physics undergraduate Quantum Mechanics …
8.06 is the third course in the three-sequence physics undergraduate Quantum Mechanics curriculum. By the end of this course, you will be able to interpret and analyze a wide range of quantum mechanical systems using both exact analytic techniques and various approximation methods. This course will introduce some of the important model systems studied in contemporary physics, including two-dimensional electron systems, the fine structure of Hydrogen, lasers, and particle scattering.
This course is a continuation of 8.05 Quantum Physics II. It introduces …
This course is a continuation of 8.05 Quantum Physics II. It introduces some of the important model systems studied in contemporary physics, including two-dimensional electron systems, the fine structure of hydrogen, lasers, and particle scattering.
A two-semester subject on quantum theory, stressing principles: uncertainty relation, observables, eigenstates, …
A two-semester subject on quantum theory, stressing principles: uncertainty relation, observables, eigenstates, eigenvalues, probabilities of the results of measurement, transformation theory, equations of motion, and constants of motion. Symmetry in quantum mechanics, representations of symmetry groups. Variational and perturbation approximations. Systems of identical particles and applications. Time-dependent perturbation theory. Scattering theory: phase shifts, Born approximation. The quantum theory of radiation. Second quantization and many-body theory. Relativistic quantum mechanics of one electron. This is the second semester of a two-semester subject on quantum theory, stressing principles. Topics covered include: time-dependent perturbation theory and applications to radiation, quantization of EM radiation field, adiabatic theorem and Berry's phase, symmetries in QM, many-particle systems, scattering theory, relativistic quantum mechanics, and Dirac equation.
When do photons, electrons, and atoms behave like particles and when do …
When do photons, electrons, and atoms behave like particles and when do they behave like waves? Watch waves spread out and interfere as they pass through a double slit, then get detected on a screen as tiny dots. Use quantum detectors to explore how measurements change the waves and the patterns they produce on the screen.
" This course introduces the students to dynamics of large-scale circulations in …
" This course introduces the students to dynamics of large-scale circulations in oceans and atmospheres. Basic concepts include mass and momentum conservation, hydrostatic and geostrophic balance, and pressure and other vertical coordinates. It covers the topics of fundamental conservation and balance principles for large-scale flow, generation and dissipation of quasi-balanced eddies, as well as equilibrated quasi-balanced systems. Examples of oceanic and atmospheric quasi-balanced flows, computational models, and rotating tank experiments can be found in the accompaniment laboratory course 12.804, Large-scale Flow Dynamics Lab."
This article from Beyond Weather and the Water Cycle provides ideas on …
This article from Beyond Weather and the Water Cycle provides ideas on how school librarians can work with elementary teachers to teach about the Sun's impact on weather and climate. The author introduces the Standards for the 21st Century Learner, developed by the American Association of School Librarians. The author focuses on Standard 1, which calls for students to inquire, think critically, and gain knowledge through developing and refining questions, investigating answers, seeking divergent perspectives in information, and assessing whether the information found answers the questions posed. The free, online magazine draws its themes from the Seven Essential Principles of Climate Literacy, with each issue focusing on one of the seven principles.
This simulation is showing the Race between a dropped ball and one …
This simulation is showing the Race between a dropped ball and one launched horizontally هذه المحاكاة توضح الفرق بالسرعه بين كرة سقطت من الأعلى الى الأسفل وبين كرة اطلقت من الأسفل الى الأعلى.
The electric field lines from a point charge evolve in time as …
The electric field lines from a point charge evolve in time as the charge moves. Watch radiation propagate outward at the speed of light as you wiggle the charge. Stop a moving charge to see bremsstrahlung (braking) radiation. Explore the radiation patterns as the charge moves with sinusoidal, circular, or linear motion. You can move the charge any way you like, as long as you don’t exceed the speed of light.
Laboratory or field work in earth, atmospheric, and planetary sciences. To be …
Laboratory or field work in earth, atmospheric, and planetary sciences. To be arranged with department faculty. Consult with department Education Office. This course introduces fundamentals of radon physics, geology, radiation biology; provides hands on experience of measurement of radon in MIT environments, and discusses current radon research in the fields of geology, environment, building and construction, medicine and health physics.
Explore forces, energy and work as you push household objects up and …
Explore forces, energy and work as you push household objects up and down a ramp. Lower and raise the ramp to see how the angle of inclination affects the parallel forces acting on the file cabinet. Graphs show forces, energy and work.
Explore forces and motion as you push household objects up and down …
Explore forces and motion as you push household objects up and down a ramp. Lower and raise the ramp to see how the angle of inclination affects the parallel forces. Graphs show forces, energy and work.
Discrete and continuum modeling of diffusion processes in physics, chemistry, and economics. …
Discrete and continuum modeling of diffusion processes in physics, chemistry, and economics. Topics include central limit theorems, continuous-time random walks, Levy flights, correlations, extreme events, mixing, renormalization, and percolation.
Create your own sandwich and then see how many sandwiches you can …
Create your own sandwich and then see how many sandwiches you can make with different amounts of ingredients. Do the same with chemical reactions. See how many products you can make with different amounts of reactants. Play a game to test your understanding of reactants, products and leftovers. Can you get a perfect score on each level?
Explore what makes a reaction happen by colliding atoms and molecules. Design …
Explore what makes a reaction happen by colliding atoms and molecules. Design experiments with different reactions, concentrations, and temperatures. When are reactions reversible? What affects the rate of a reaction?
Introduce Book and Preview Technical Vocabulary: This book is written as a …
Introduce Book and Preview Technical Vocabulary: This book is written as a poem. At the end of the poem there is a lot of information written about water. The book was written by Barbara Shaw McKinney and illustrated by Michael Maydak. Model a Comprehension Strategy and Ask Questions During Reading Engage Students in Discussion Update Text Structure Anchor Chart Teach Sentence Composing Assign or Model Written Response Review and Share Written Responses Planning Notes This “crossover” book is an unusual combination of poetry and content. It will allow you to address multiple standards. The last 4 pages are nonfiction with a lexile of 820 (grades 4-5). This material is likely to beyond the reach of third graders and is not included in the lesson plans.
Week 4, Day 3---Day 5 Cracking Up: A Story about Erosion by …
Week 4, Day 3---Day 5 Cracking Up: A Story about Erosion by Jacqui Bailey, illustrated by Matthew Lilly Introduce Book and Preview Technical Vocabulary Teach Text Structure Model a Comprehension Strategy and Ask Questions During Reading Engage Students in Discussion Update Text Structure Anchor Chart Teach Sentence Composing Assign or Model Written Response Review and Share Written Responses *Planning Notes Having on hand a comic book, or even the comics section of the newspaper, will be useful in pointing out the text structure used in Cracking Up. Bring to class some smooth pebbles if you can find some. Note that guidance for this read-aloud ends on page 23. The remainder of the book provides additional information and suggests follow-up activities.
Week 8, Day 1 - Day 5 Earthquakes by Seymour Simon Introduce …
Week 8, Day 1 - Day 5 Earthquakes by Seymour Simon Introduce Book and Preview Technical Vocabulary Teach Text Structure Model a Comprehension Strategy and Ask Questions During Reading Engage Students in Discussion Update Text Structure Anchor Chart Teach Sentence Composing Assign or Model Written Response Review and Share Written Responses Planning Notes Have a rubber band handy for a quick demonstration on Day 1. Maps on display of North America will be helpful to quickly point out the places mentioned, such as Mexico City and California. The book is partially paginated. Number the pages of the book in advance, with page 5 being the first page with text. This lesson plan will refer to those numbers. Bring two square dinner plates if possible to illustrate the action of one “plate” against another.
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