A Field Trip to the Grimsel Dam
Johannes Ernst teaches physics in our Swiss System and is a passionate educator and dedicated practitioner of progressive education. In his class The Physics of Dams, Johannes and his students are using the theme of dams as a starting point from which to explore basic principles of physics.
The Physics of Dams
Through the lens of dams, Johannes is introducing his students to different structures, reinforcements, and how the flow of water determines the size and shape of dams. The class is touching all manner of physics concepts (kinetic energy! water pressure! gravity! forces!)
Building a Culture of Thinking in the Classroom
Warren Schnack, a Math Teacher in the US System, is working to break down these walls and help students think through math, thereby discovering “aha” moments that profoundly change the way students perceive their abilities to do mathematics.