Pretest and the verification of measurement tools for a pilot survey of the effectiveness of a remote laboratory experiment
Abstract
In our contribution we focus on a new strategy in physics teaching and learning called the integrated e-learning, which aims the traditional e-learning materials to be added effectively: 1) virtual experiments (i.e. applets, simulations), 2) remotely controlled experiments as real objects. We demonstrate this approach by our suggestion how to present and explain the photoelectric effect, followed by labworks (performed at school, or at home) with goals to verify the Einstein's formula, to determine the Planck constant and the work function as well.
Furthermore, we present the first results of a minipedagogical experiment and we discuss problems, important factors and difficulties as a preparation for a pilot survey of the effectiveness of the real remote laboratory at UK MFF (www.ises.info). We have proposed and verified several adequate measurement instruments, especially questionnaires and analyses of the real behavior of students, using log files.