A major challenge with teaching physics online is how to provide students with critical skills in experimental lab. Last year PHYS1001 was completely redesigned for the August intensive. After investigating existing lab options we implemented a series of experiments that students could complete independently at home, using the sensors in a smartphone. We discuss how we built a learning community around the labs and the other learning activities, the feedback from staff and students, and how this year we have run the same labs in blended mode, both online and on-campus. We’ll also do a mini lab experiment with workshop participants, so bring your phone!
If you would like to participate in the lab experiment, please download Phyphox (https://phyphox.org/download) before the workshop