FOCUS AND SCOPE

Journal of Advances in Physics Education is a scientific journal that publishes research articles, theoretical studies, and innovative practices in physics education. Journal of Advances in Physics Education is published by the Master of Physics Education Study Programme, Department of MIPA Education, FKIP, University of Lampung (UNILA). The focus of this journal is to provide a platform for physics education researchers, educators, and practitioners to share empirical findings, practical experiences, and innovative ideas..

1. Physics Teaching Methodology:

  • Development of new learning models, strategies or approaches in teaching physics concepts.
  • A comparative study of the effectiveness of traditional vs modern teaching methods.

2. Use of Technology in Physics Education:

  • Development and evaluation of technology-based media such as simulation, augmented reality (AR), or virtual reality (VR).
  • Application of digital technology in experiment-based physics learning.

3. Assessment and Evaluation in Physics Education:

  • Innovations in student ability assessment methods, including project-based and formative assessments.
  • Development of measurement tools to assess mastery of physics concepts.

4. Physics Teacher Education:

  • Training and professional development of physics teachers.
  • Research on physics pedagogy in teacher education programmes.

5. Conceptualisation and Understanding of Physics:

  • The study of students’ difficulties in understanding certain concepts in physics.
  • Interventions to address misconceptions in physics learning.

6. Interdisciplinary Studies in Physics Education:

  • The relationship between physics and other disciplines in the context of learning.
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration for physics curriculum development.

7. Pure Physics Research and its Implications for Education:

  • In-depth study in Experimental Physics to test the theories and laws of physics.
  • Pure physics research can be adapted into teaching materials or physics learning modules at various levels of education.