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PSU Physics of Biomedicine

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Priya Jamkhedkar

Instructor

Portland State University

Department of Physics

Pedagogical Methods Used

Collaborative problem-solving, Conceptually-oriented activities, Context-rich problems, SCALE-UP / studio / workshop physics, Tutorials

Life Sciences Focus

Codeveloped and teaching a full year general physics sequence focusing on pre health and life-sciences majors. Also developed online active and adaptive courses both traditional algebra and calculus-based, and algebra-based course with biomedical relevance.

Describe the courses that you teach for life sciences students

I teach mainly introductory general physics courses. Presently, teaching a full year algebra-based course with numerous biomedical examples on an active, interactive and adaptive platform.

What is your approach to teaching physics for life science students?

We have created videos with experts in the biomedical field to connect physics to specific biomedical examples and fields. Content, questions and assessments have also been created via biomedical examples. Trying to teach physics concepts more in the context of experiences and examples relevant to life-sciences students.

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LASIK

Student reading, Instructor supplement, Video, Pre-class assignment, Restricted access, Homework

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This curriculum uses videos, text, and assessment questions to describe optics and how lasers are used in the surgical procedure, LASIK.

Optical Imaging, Surgery, Light Therapy, Optometry, Animal Adaptations, Vision Impairments

Reflection - Curved Surfaces, Refractive Index, Thin Lens, Synthesis and Analysis of Color, Lasers

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Ellynne Kutschera

Priya Jamkhedkar

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Circular and Rotational Motion Applied to the Human Body TEXT (BMP)

Instructor supplement, Restricted access, Lecture materials, Video, Pre-class assignment, In-class activity, Student reading

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Help your students "process" with this Active Learning Biomedically Relevant Physics TEXT on Circular & Rotational Motion in the Human Body

Pressure & Fluid Diagnostics, Locomotion and Gait, Biomechanics of Daily Activities

Position & Displacement, Center of Mass, Central Forces, Inertia in Motion, Force & Acceleration, Interacting Objects, Action/Reaction, Center of Gravity

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Nancy Donaldson

Mayuri Gilhooly

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Forces Acting in the Human Body Biomedically Relevant Introductory Physics (BMP)

Instructor supplement, Restricted access, In-class activity, Video, Pre-class assignment, Homework, Student reading, Demonstration, Clicker question, Exam problem

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Engage your pre-health students with forces and applications of Newton's Laws as they pertain to the body!

Biomechanical, Dentistry and Orthodontia, Physical Therapy, Exercise Science, Assistive Devices, Healthy Musculoskeletal Function, Musculoskeletal Injury/Disorders, Locomotion and Gait, Kinesiology, Exercise Biomechanics, Biomechanics of Daily Activities, Injury and Injury Prevention

Measuring Inertia, Inertia at Rest, Inertia in Motion, Force & Acceleration, Interacting Objects, Action/Reaction, Recoil, Center of Gravity, Equilibrium, Resolution of Forces, Friction, Pressure, Universal Gravitation

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Nancy Donaldson

Mayuri Gilhooly

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BMP Forces Acting in the Human Body Active Learning TEXT

In-class activity, Video, Pre-class assignment, Homework, Instructor supplement, Restricted access, Student reading

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Help your students "process" while they read with this Active Learning Biomedically Relevant Physics TEXT on Forces Acting in the Human Body

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Nancy Donaldson

Mayuri Gilhooly

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BMP Forces Acting in the Human Body Learning Activities (LA)

In-class activity, Demonstration, Video, Pre-class assignment, Homework, Instructor supplement, Restricted access, Clicker question

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Engage your students through Learning Activities (LA) for Forces acting in the Human Body.

Biomechanical, Physical Therapy, Exercise Science, Assistive Devices, Healthy Musculoskeletal Function, Musculoskeletal Injury/Disorders, Locomotion and Gait, Kinesiology, Exercise Biomechanics, Biomechanics of Daily Activities, Injury and Injury Prevention, Dentistry and Orthodontia

Measuring Inertia, Inertia at Rest, Inertia in Motion, Force & Acceleration, Accelerated Reference Frames, Interacting Objects, Action/Reaction, Recoil, Center of Gravity, Equilibrium, Resolution of Forces, Friction, Universal Gravitation

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Nancy Donaldson

Mayuri Gilhooly

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BMP Forces Acting in the Human Body Assessment Questions (AQ)

Homework, Exam problem, Instructor supplement, Restricted access, In-class activity, Pre-class assignment, Clicker question

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Assessment Questions (AQ) on Forces Acting in the Human Body to accompany Biomedically Relevant Introductory Physics Curriculum.

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Nancy Donaldson

Mayuri Gilhooly

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BMP Sample Ch 2 QTi Files - GRF during walking and running

In-class activity, Pre-class assignment, Homework, Exam problem, Instructor supplement, Restricted access

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Easy Implementation in your Learning Management System with QTi Imports! Once opened in your LMS, assessment can be easily modified.

Locomotion and Gait, Sports/dance Performance, Exercise Biomechanics, Biomechanics of Daily Activities

Position & Displacement, Velocity, Acceleration, 2D Velocity, 2D Acceleration, Center of Mass, Measuring Inertia, Inertia at Rest, Inertia in Motion, Force & Acceleration, Accelerated Reference Frames, Interacting Objects, Action/Reaction, Friction

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Nancy Donaldson

Mayuri Gilhooly

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