Episode 1: With Great Power: Why A Nobel Prize Winning Physicist Became An Education Researcher with Carl Wieman

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Summary

Dr. Carl Wieman, who was awarded a Nobel Prize for Physics in 2001, discusses his motivation to move away from fundamental physics research to the world of education research. Dr. Wieman tells a story that will resonate with those interested in ensuring that students are provided with the best possible learning opportunities for their success.

Reading Recommended by Carl Wieman

• “The ABCs of How We Learn” by Schwartz, Tsang and Blair (at Amazon, Barnes&Noble, Powell’s Books, and your favorite bookstore).

Related Websites

• PhET Interactive Simulations

• A profile of Dr. Wieman can be found here.

• An autobiographical piece can be found here on the Nobel Prize website.