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Education:
University of Minnesota (2002), Ph.D. Physics
Education Research Group
University of Minnesota (1994), M.S. Physics
Macalester College (1991), B.A. Math/Physics
Research:
I am interested in the teaching and learning of physics. Much of my
current work is focused the development of theories and strategies for promoting change in the teaching of STEM subjects. This includes issues related to the diffusion and adoption of research-based
instructional strategies. (See publications and projects for more information.)
For more information about Physics Education Research visit:
| Service (selected activities): |
- Chair, Committee on Research in Physics Education, American Association of Physics Teachers
- Member, Physics Education Research Leadership and Organizing Council, American Association of Physics Teachers
- Vice President, Michigan Section of the American Association of Physics Teachers, to progress to president
- Co-Editor, with L. McCullough and L. Hsu, Proceedings of the Physics Education Research Conference, an annual peer reviewed volume published by the American Institute of Physics
- Co-Editor, with K. Harper, Getting Started in Physics Education Research, a peer reviewed volume for Reviews in Physics Education Research
- Member, Physics Content Advisory Committee for the Michigan Test for Teacher Certification
- Senator, Physics Department representative to the WMU Faculty Senate
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| Teaching Experience: |
- Western Michigan University
(2002-present), Physics
- Macalester College
(1996-1998, Summer 1999 & 2000, Spring 2001), Physics
- International School of
Minnesota (1994-1996), High School Physics & Chemistry
- Anoka-Ramsey Community College
(Spring, 1994), Physics
- University of Minnesota,
TA (1992-1994, 1998-1999, Fall 2000), Physics & Science
Education
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Contact Information:
Charles Henderson
Physics Department
Western Michigan University
1903 West Michigan Ave.
Kalamazoo, Michigan 49008-5252
(269) 387-4951 (voice)
(269) 387-4939 (facsimile)
Charles.Henderson@wmich.edu |