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These books were written for class teachers in Waldorf Schools. At the same time, however, they can also serve as an introduction to a phenomena-centered study of physics for anyone interested in pursuing this approach. Von Mackensen is very careful in his methodology. As is appropriate for students of this age, he seeks to give them a broad and diverse experience of the phenomena. Developing an interest in and familiarity with the phenomena is the primary concern. Only gradually, after rich experience has been gathered, do theoretical considerations come into play.
Each of the three volumes begins with the same basic general introduction to the teaching methodology. Then the various fields of physics appropriate to the age group are introduced. A discussion of the main topics in the particular field is followed by detailed descriptions of a series of simple experiments.
Contents, Vol. 1: Grade 6
Introduction
Preface
Teaching, Technology and Life
The Landscape of Science
Alternative Science, No Thanks?
Developmental Psychology
Pedagogical Methods
To the Teacher
Grade 6 Overview
Grade 6 Acoustics
Acoustics Born out of Music
About the Origin of Tones
The Larynx
Unified Overview
Literature on Acoustics
Experimenting in Acoustics
6th Grade Optics
How should we seek knowledge?
Beginning Lessons
Seeing and the Sun
Brightness and Shadow
6th Grade Optics Experiments
6th Grade Heat
Introduction to Heat
From Molten Metal to Ice
Setting Aglow and Dying-Glow
Images for Warmth
Thermal Insulation
Heat Experiments for 6th Grade
6th Grade Electricity
The History of Electricity
How it arises and subsides
Conductors and Insulators
What is Electricity?
Images for Electricity
Further Electric Experiments
Electricity Experiments for 6 th Grade
Magnetism in 6th Grade
Natural Magnetism
Magnetization
De-Magnetization
Compasses
Magnetic Declination
Magnetic Inclination
Magnetism Experiments for 6th Grade
Contents, Vol. 2: Grade 7
Introduction
Preface
Teaching, Technology and Life
The Landscape of Science
Alternative Science, No Thanks?
Developmental Psychology
Pedagogical Methods
To the Teacher
Optics in Grade 7
Mirror Phenomena
The Structure of the Image with Mirrors
Physics in School
Steps to Understanding the Camera-Image
Optics Experiments in Grade 7
Heat Studies in Grade 7
Warmth and the Surroundings
Thermal Expansion
Thermometers
New Sorts of Ice Experiments
Heat Experiments in Grade 7
Electricity Studies in Grade 7
Galvanic Electricity
Volta's Pile
Voltage and Current
Current Strength and Short Circuits
Voltage and Resistance
The Experience of Electricity
Electricity Experiments in Grade 7
Grade Seven Magnetism
Seventh Grade Magnetism Experiments
Grade Seven Mechanics
Overview
The Lever
Wheel and Axle
About Fixed Pulleys and Block and Tackle
Inclined Plane, Screw and Wedge
Experiments in Mechanics for Grade Seven
Contents, Vol. 3: Grade 8
Introduction
Preface
Teaching, Technology and Life
The Landscape of Science
Alternative Science, No Thanks?
Developmental Psychology
Pedagogical Methods
To the Teacher
8th Grade Physics
Introduction
8th Grade Optics
Methodology
The View into the Water
The Prism
About Displacement and Magnification
Magnifying Glass, Burning Glass, Eyeglasses
Steps via Seven Mile Boots to a Telescope
Optics Experiments
8th Grade Heat
Convection - Radiant Heat
Radiant Heat
Heat Technology
Natural Images
Heat Experiments
8th Grade Electricity
The Electromagnet
The Telegraph
The Electric Bell
Measuring Instrument
Electric Motor
The Dynamo (Generator)
The Electrified World
Electricity Experiments
8th Grade Hydraulics/Hydrostatics
Pressure Phenomena
Depth Phenomena
Floating/Buoyancy
Submarines
Hydraulics Experiments
8th Grade Aeromechanics
Introduction
The Atmosphere
Barometers
Magdeburg Hemispheres
Experiments in Aeromechanics
8th Grade Acoustics
Introduction
Oscillations in Enclosed Air-Spaces (Standing Waves)
Waves in Free Air (Traveling Waves)
Velocity of Sound Waves
Vacuum
Experience of Tone/Sound
Acoustics Experiments
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