Mr. Hedlund Physics and Physical Science

I have taught at Edison since 2007 and have taught in Minneapolis since 2002.
I graduated at the University of Minnesota with a degree in Ecology, Evolution and Behavior then received a Masters of Education.  I am licensed in Biology and Physics as well as Middle School Science.
        I believe that learning is a highly collaborative effort  where all students and the teacher learn from each other.  My goal is to spread scientific literacy and critical thinking skills in all students.  I may be contacted by email at randy.hedlund@mpls.k12.mn.us or by voicemail 668-9619
 
document cosmology.ppt   --  outlines the main concepts learned in the astronomy unit
Links

Here is a list of links that can be used for various reseach projects as increase understanding of physics.

http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/hframe.html - one of the most comprehensive physics sites.

http://www.physicsclassroom.com/ - website based off of Hewitt's "Conceptual Physics".  This site contains useful tutorials and explinations.
Lab make up
Lucky most physics labs can be made up through simulations. Use the applet simulations link on this to access the phet site made by the university of Colorado. This site puts Playstation and Xbox to shame because these games actually teach you something if you are watching closely. Basically you can make up a lab by choosing an applet that matches the topic covered in the unit. For each lab 1. Create a procedure (tell what you did step by step). 2. Create data tables describing the qualitative and quantitative (numbers) observations you made. 3. Write a conclusion describing what you saw. Use the data as evidence to support your claim. Finally provide reasoning that links evidence to the claim and to scientific principles. Internet Research may be required to cite scientific principles