Introducing particle physics concepts through visual art

• Published in: Physics education Vol. 53; no. 5; pp. 54001 - 54008
• Main Authors: Andrews, I, Nikolopoulos, K
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Brecon IOP Publishing 01.09.2018; Institute of Physics Publishing
• Subjects: Foreign Countries; Freehand Drawing; Particle physics; Physics; Program Effectiveness; Science Instruction; Sculpture; Secondary School Science; Secondary School Students; Student Attitudes; Teaching Methods; Visual Arts; Workshops; United Kingdom (England)

The development of a workshop using the language, techniques, and processes of visual art to introduce particle physics concepts is described. Innovative delivery methods committed to the interaction and collaboration of different specialist areas are utilised, which-in curriculum terms-encourages c...