Breaking Out of the Physics Silo

Explore innovative approaches to physics education in this 52-minute conference talk by Kyle Forinash. Learn how stepping out of your comfort zone and embracing new challenges can enhance your teaching methods. Discover strategies for integrating interdisciplinary concepts, such as environmental physics and the physics of sound, into your curriculum. Gain insights on engaging students through practical applications like cell phone technology and frequency shifts. Understand the importance of asking questions, applying the scientific method, and fostering a one-person department mentality. Draw inspiration from Forinash's personal experiences and Robert Millikan's advice to venture into unfamiliar territory, ultimately improving your effectiveness as a physics educator.

Introduction
Ask Questions
The Scientific Method
Environmental Physics
Frequency Shifts
One Person Department
Cell Phones
The Spanish Class
Books
Physics of Sound
Engaging Students
Summary