معرفی
Steven Pollock is a Professor of Physics at the University of Colorado Boulder, specializing in Physics Education Research (PER). He holds a PhD in Theoretical Nuclear Physics from Stanford University. His work focuses on student learning in large-scale physics courses, curriculum design for upper-division courses (e.g., Electromagnetism and Quantum Mechanics), and addressing gender equity in physics education. He leads the K-12 Research Team for the NSF-funded LATEST project, exploring the Learning Assistant model's impact on teacher preparation. Pollock has been recognized with prestigious awards, including the 2013 Carnegie US Professor of the Year. His research spans PER innovations, including interactive engagement strategies and the development of assessment tools for advanced physics topics. He is affiliated with the Physics Education Research group at CU Boulder.
Education: PhD in Theoretical Nuclear Physics from Stanford University. Research interests include educational equity, curriculum transformation, and the application of PER principles to upper-division courses. He has contributed to reforming teaching methods in classical mechanics, electromagnetism, and quantum mechanics, emphasizing active learning and peer instruction. Pollock's work also addresses systemic barriers in STEM education, particularly for underrepresented groups.
- Awards: APS Fellow, Pew/Carnegie Teaching Scholar, UCB President's Teaching Scholar.
- Key Projects: Learning Assistant Model, LATEST research project, curricular materials for E&M and Quantum Mechanics.
Pollock's advising focuses on mentoring students in PER and physics education. His office is located in Duane F1013, with office hours by appointment. He actively engages in both in-person and virtual teaching environments.
