The document outlines a conceptual physics course offered at Culver Academies for grades 11-12, focusing on scaling from macro to nano levels. It includes details on the course structure, topics covered such as e/m waves and atomic theory, and student feedback highlighting engagement with AFM demonstrations. The document also emphasizes successful learning outcomes and the integration of computer modeling for enhanced visualization of nanoscopic phenomena.

1. NCLT [re:]mix Scaling

2. Course Title: Conceptual Physics w/ Modern Physics & ThermodynamicsGrade Level: 11-12Class size: 16Culver is a college preparatory independent boarding school with a student population of 776 students located in Northwestern Indiana.

3. Scaling TimelineThe Very Large The Very Small7 - 85 Minute PeriodsMacro Micro Nano

4. Scaling : NCLT Related & Adapted CurriculaPowers of Ten (related)E/M Waves (adapted)Approximating the Bandgap of an LED (related)Harkness AFM/SEM Discussion (adapted)ND Lecture & AFM measurement (adapted)

5. Student & Faculty Feedback Student – “I believed the AFM demonstration was the most interesting because the picture produced from tapping was so clear on the screen. It was also fascinating know that the cantilever was tapping but we were not able to see it at all.”

6. Feedback

7. Feedback

8. Evidence of LearningEnd of term course feedback Successful synthesis of AFM use with how it works through dominant forces (electrostatics)Successful approximation of bandgap of LEDs and connection between bandgap and dopingSuccessful analysis of critical thinking questions from cplab08s.

9. NCLT 2.0Discuss metals, semiconductors & insulators as precursor to e/m waves, atomic theory & bandgap conceptsIntegrate computer modeling for better visualization of nanoscopic phenomena

10. Got Materials?http://sciencefusion.wikispaces.com/NCLTPhillip CookScience InstructorThe Culver Academies1300 Academy RoadBox 111Culver, IN 46511Office: 574.842.7049Email: cookp@culver.orgTwitter: http://www.twitter.com/cookp