This work reports the Italian translation of some parts of the English version of the paper that Alfred Wegener – best known for the continental drift theory – published in 1921 on “The origin of lunar craters”. One of the Moon craters is now named after Wegener. […]
This article describes a project for a new approach in physics teaching. The use of technological tools, well known to the audience, is the key starting point. Easy to assemble, hands-on experiments allow to reach a new insight on physical processes. […]
In this opinion piece the author examines the science bent activities offered in some amusement parks, in science centers and in a recent DVD on ice skating, and discusses their impact as educational devices for learning physics in schools. […]