Constructing physics understanding in a computer-supported learning environment

The Constructing Physics Understanding project is developing a pedagogy, curriculum materials and powerful software to support an environment where students, individually, in small groups, and as a whole class, can construct robust and valid knowledge in physics. Project materials are being trial tested in a college physics course for prospective elementary teachers. This paper outlines the goals and make-up of the class and provides some examples of the CPU pedagogy, materials and software from the unit on Light and Color.