Rolly Meisel and Paul Passafiume
:
Rolly taught physics and mathematics in the
Niagara area for 28 years. He finished his career as head
of mathematics at Ridgeway Crystal Beach High School in
Ridgeway, Ontario. After retiring from the classroom in
June of 2001, he spends his time contributing to mathematics
textbooks for McGraw-Hill Ryerson, and pursuing his many
hobbies, including flying, traveling, scuba diving, playing
the piano, and building his own airport. He has co-authored
the OAPT physics contest with Vida Ghaem-Maghami for the
past three years, and remains a strong supporter of OAPT.
Interactive
Physics 2000
Interactive Physics
2000 is a software package that allows users to build virtual
models of complex mechanical systems. This workshop
will be presented in a hands-on, self-paced tutorial fashion.
No previous experience with IP 2000 is assumed. However,
those with some knowledge of IP 2000 may easily skip past
the introductory concepts to more involved examples. The
focus will be on using IP 2000 in the grade 11 and 12 Ontario
physics curriculum, although topics are general enough to
be applied to any introductory physics course. The
workshop will take place in one of the computer laboratories
equipped with thirty networked PC's. A Demo Disc
of IP 2000 will be given to each participant to take home.
Download the
Workshop here.