Physics teaching rack card
Patterned after the Engineering and Physics rack card done recently for the physics department
Use the same headers and footers as the Engineering and Physics rack card.
Front side
Physics
Teaching
Why teach high school physics?
The U.S. faces a critical shortage of qualified physics and physical science teachers. Two-thirds of new
physics teachers lack a physics degree, and over 90% of middle school physical science students are
taught by teachers without a physical science major or certification.
Why study at CWU?
CWU is on the cutting edge of physics teacher education. In 2012, the physics department was one of
only six institutions to receive a PhysTEC grant to enhance their physics teacher education program.
“Blah, blah” (I have asked him for a quote)
Quote from Jeff Charbonneau, 2013 USA Teacher of the Year
(Sample physics teaching photo. This is one from the 11/15/12 observer)
Back side
The CWU physics teaching program offers small classes taught by professors passionate about teaching
and enthusiastic about helping you become the best teacher you can be. With an average class size of
just 25, professors give students individual attention. Students get to participate with faculty in teaching
experiences, science outreach, research, and present at conferences.
There are many routes to becoming a physics teacher at CWU.
Bachelor of Arts in Physics and Bachelor of Arts in Teaching Secondary Mathematics: Dual Degree
program
Physics and mathematics have partnered to offer these two degrees in the same amount of time it takes
many students to complete one. This program helps address two critical teaching needs.
Bachelor of Arts in Physics
Prepares students for high school physics teaching and gives students room in their program to minor in
another science teaching area.
Bachelor of Science in General Science Teaching with a physics emphasis
Prepares students to teach all sciences. Great choice for students interested in teaching at a small school
or integrated science courses.
Bachelor of Science in Physics
Prepares students for careers and advanced study in physics and physics-related fields including postsecondary teaching.
Physics minor
For students interested in teaching math or another science plus physics.
“CWU has given me so many opportunities to work with students and practice my craft. I even got to
develop and test some physics lab activities for my culminating research project.”
Kegan Powers, Robert Noyce Scholar and Senior majoring in physics