TV Programmes That Spark Interest in Physics among Youths

There is technology for all aspects of our lives, and the best place to lay the foundation for a better future is to make sure teachers get involved in technology all areas of their teaching. The current student population has taken the technological craze into their hands, and therefore, the education system in Singapore should acknowledge the need to tap this potential and help the students in their learning.

The Ministry of Education (MOE) initiated an effort way back in 1997 to incorporate technology into education by starting a programme called the “schools of the future”. The idea behind this project was to see how education and technology could be used in practical lessons such as physics and other sciences. The best physics tuition in Singapore has to be founded on technology to enable students achieve excellence in A level physics. Various TV, programmes, such as The Big Bang Theory and Rick and Morty, ally themselves the government’s mission to enlighten students on how the universe works and how they can relate to the environment.

Some of the most popular TV programmes targeting young people include:

The Big Bang Theory and the Physics Boom

The Big Bang Theory brings up ideas that can be found in A level physics tuition. This sitcom revolving around two young physicists is being credited to the rising interest in physics. The way the characters portray themselves is likely to drive students to take up physics as a “cool” subject. Experts within the ministry of education think that the TV series plays a major role in the increased number of physics students.

The Physics behind Rick and Morty

The physics curriculum as drafted by the ministry of education is supposed to help students relate to the universe around them. Rick and Morty bring in the perspective of the many alternate universe and realities as the dominant theme. The show is founded on reliable physics references that students can easily relate to. This show helps students and teachers reflect on the reality of physics in a dynamic and entertaining light.

National Geographic Shows

In general, an active physics student should know that an alternative way to learning is through watching science-related shows on National Geographic channels. When students get to watch shows that bring up Physics theories, their interest may be piqued.

The ability of technology or TV shows to enhance students’ understanding of complex theories can be taken as a guide to help the Ministry of Education to come up with practical and engaging lessons. The government, in line with their 1997 initiative, has put in place measures and instructional strategies that can be used effectively to support the youth learning progress and put theories into practice. The same applies to teachers can sharpen their skills who by adapting to the new teaching methods, therefore, giving students first hand experience on how to answer questions and work on practical exams.

The change in direction by learning institutions is not to change focus to technology but to use technology to enhance teaching and learning. Two programmes supporting this initiative are the Classroom of the Future (COTF) and eduLab, both under the Ministry of Education. These programmes support learning through experiments in schools. The COTF is an example of how Singapore’s learning environment should be in the future.