The purpose of this study was to determine secondary physics teachers’ conceptions
about Simple DC circuits. Data were obtained from responses in two sets of
concept tests related to DC circuits and Determining and Interpreting Resistive
Electric Circuits Concept Test… More
The purpose of this study was to determine secondary physics teachers’ conceptions
about Simple DC circuits. Data were obtained from responses in two sets of
concept tests related to DC circuits and Determining and Interpreting Resistive
Electric Circuits Concept Test (DIRECT) developed by Engelhardt and Beichner. The
study involved 24 physics teachers teaching in private and public high schools in
Bukidnon. Results have shown that teachers have misconceptions similar to those
held by students. Moreover, the study was extended to determine the usefulness
of workshop activities on the same subject matter in identifying and improving
the alternative views and associated mental models that the teachers hold. Less