Thomas M. Foster, Ph.D
Professor
Physics and Astonomy Education Research
Office SE-0316
618-650-3049
tfoster@siue.edu
B.S., Ohio State University
M.S. and Ph.D., University of Minnesota
Research
- Improving student quantitative and qualitative problem-solving in physics.
- Exploring the relationship between mathematical skill and physics performance.
- Using Cognitive Load Theory as a model to explain student problem-solving difficulties.
- Promoting research ethics and quantitative methods.
