L’uso del microelaboratore nel laboratorio di fisica per migliorare la comprensione dei concetti (traduzione di A. M. Fichera)

Using the computer in the physics teaching laboratory with MBL (Micro-computer Based Laboratory) curricular materials in a constructivist environment enhances students’ conceptual understanding of physics. MBL tools for learning kinematics, dynamics, heat and temperatures are described and examples of their use are given. Results of the “Tools for Scientific Thinking Projects” at Tufts University (USA) are given and comparisons are drawn between students’ understanding of physics concepts after conventional and MBL instruction.