About this episode

Paul Hosmer discusses the relationship between physics and the liberal arts, emphasizing a broader understanding of physics beyond formulas.

Paul Hosmer, chairman and associate professor of physics at Hillsdale College, joins host Scot Bertram to discuss physics and the liberal arts, the laws of nature, and how teachers can help students see physics as much more than just a collection of formulas and calculations. Learn more:  https://k12.hillsdale.edu/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Host: Scot Bertram

Guest: Paul Hosmer

Topics covered

• physics
• liberal arts
• education
• teaching methods
• laws of nature

Keywords

• physics
• liberal learning
• education
• Hillsdale College
• teaching

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Organizations: Hillsdale College

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