Problem Solving Seminar for Future Physics Teachers

Abstract

The paper presents a seminar for future physics teachers focused on problem solving and creativity in problem solving. In this seminar, students are encouraged to find effective strategies for various problems on their own, to use multiple representations, and to be aware of barriers as well as possible clues to solving problems. Students and their teachers reflect together on the goal of each activity or problem, and look for ways to bring them into the regular classroom. The seminar is aimed not only at developing students’ problem-solving competencies, but more importantly to draw them towards thinking like a future teacher.