Using digital tools like PhET, GeoGebra, and Tracker becomes even more powerful when educators collaborate. Set up peer discussion boards using platforms such as Google Classroom, Microsoft Teams, or Padlet, where teachers can share experiences, lesson plans, and challenges related to using these tools. Working together helps refine activities and enhances student engagement.
Lesson Planning Workshop: Consider setting up a lesson planning workshop where teachers can work in pairs to develop activities using one of these digital tools. During the workshop, teachers can collaborate to create interactive physics lessons, share their ideas with the group, and receive constructive feedback from peers. This collaborative approach helps educators identify effective teaching strategies and refine their lesson plans.
Record and Share: To enhance peer learning, teachers are encouraged to record a part of their lesson using these digital tools and upload it to the platform (e.g., Padlet or Google Classroom) for peer feedback. Sharing recorded lessons allows for deeper insights into student engagement, teaching techniques, and areas for improvement. This approach helps create a feedback-rich environment, empowering teachers to reflect on and improve their instructional practice.