Introductory Physics Textbooks: Choices and Impacts

What does research have to say about what makes an effective textbook? What is the impact of textbook choice on student success?  What factors make it more likely that students will actually use a textbook?

In this PER-Interest Group session on textbooks, we’ll begin by reviewing some of what research has shown about textbooks and how they are used. There will also be time for a discussion of textbooks, with the opportunity for participants to share their insights with other TYC faculty.

This event will be held virtually and is free of charge.

Facilitators:

• Sherry Savrda (OPTYCs - AAPT)