Newtonian Physics
Are you taking physics this year?
Do your thoughts quickly turn to "Physics is hard"?
Are you trying to strategize the best ways to survive physics?
I get it. I really do. I took my first physics course during my junior year of high school. It was a dual enrollment course where I was also earning college credit. Within two weeks, we started to study for our first test. My classmates and I looked at each other and asked, "How in the world are we supposed to figure out what we are doing with all these equations?" It was like science and math had gotten together and produced the most indecipherable class ever. The firehose of information was relentless. We banded together, spent our lunch times puzzling over problem sets, and managed great grades, all while managing the sinking feeling that we hadn't learned anything.
Physics didn't have to be that way for me, and it doesn't have to be that way for you.
Physics is a challenging course, but there is a method for thriving amidst its demands.
If you start your semester strong, you will build on a solid foundation rather than trying to play catch-up later.
Physics requires balancing making good observations while stretching our abilities to explain what we are seeing.
In Newtonian Physics, I help you
- Refine your observations so that you understand how equations work,
- Develop strong conceptual understandings to apply the right problem-solving methods to the right problems,
- Manage the workload associated with advanced high school and introductory college physics classes,
- Translate your math skills from math class into science classes,
- Cultivate strong, test-day dependable study strategies that increase your confidence,
- Connect with a supportive peer community that wants you to thrive, and
- Enjoy studying physics!
Are you asking yourself, "Who IS this magician?"
My name is Lindsey Nelson; I'm a mechanical engineer and an experienced physics teacher who has figured out that physics can be fun. I have taught ninth grade physics, honors 11th grade physics, AP Physics, and a class for gifted students about the physics of engineering. After my first fateful physics course, I learned to appreciate physics everywhere while also developing my awareness of how everyone's brain is constantly engaging in physics-style reasoning. Now I use verbal explanations alongside hands-on experiments to help students refine their abilities to make good observations. Additionally, I incorporate conceptual understandings from physics into how I teach problem-solving methods to improve students' retention. Still want to know more about me? Click on my picture.
I have worked with over a hundred students to help them experience more success learning physics. Some of my favorite moments include:
- Students looking at me and shouting, "That's IT?!?!?!" when they realize the connections between physics concepts and the related math equations,
- High school students improving their grades from Cs to As by mastering test-day dependable problem-solving strategies,
- College students spontaneously conducting physics experiments on the sidewalk because they are confident in experimental design,
- Countless adults who tell me, "I wish I had known you when I was taking physics. You could have really helped me," and
- High school and college students breathing easier about their desire to be engineering students.
I love helping anyone and everyone understand physics better.
Now are you asking, "Can you really break down solving physics problems to that I can understand them?"
I'll let you be the judge. Check out the video for my explanations around a complex problem using Newton's Second Law. Press "Play" now and get a sense of how I walk through physics problem solving.
I can email you a copy of that 1-page problem-solving sheet if you give my your email address below.
Newtonian Physics is designed to help you succeed. You can think of it like a super study hall that is actually going to be helpful. Save yourself from long nights cramming all the formulas into your head.
In Newtonian Physics, we will explore the fundamental concepts covered in most introductory physics courses together. Say it with me, "I do not have to study physics on my own." We will cover topics like:
- Kinematics,
- Newton's Laws of Motion,
- The Work-Energy Theorem and Conservation of Energy,
- Circular Motion,
- Impulse and Momentum,
- Conservation of Momentum,
- Rotational Motion,
- Torque,
- Universal Law of Gravitation,
- Electrostatics,
- Electric Circuits, and
- Mechanical Waves.
Students will have the opportunity to join live teaching sessions, attend live homework support sessions, complete hands-on projects that develop course concepts further, watch recorded videos, and access topical guides. Additionally, motivated high school students could use Newtonian Physics to help them prepare for the AP Physics 1 exam. Did you know that most physics students devote over nine hours a week to studying? It is such a demanding course because physics is one of the most math-intensive forms of science.
There are two ways you can participate in Newtonian Physics. In both options, you receive regular weekly support throughout the semester at a fraction of the cost of a private tutor. If you're a high school student taking a year-long physics class that focuses on Newtonian Physics, you will receive regular weekly support throughout the year. I wouldn't leave you hanging.
Newtonian Physics On Demand is perfect for students looking to augment their existing study routines with top-notch resources and additional support. These students will have access to:
- The live Physics Study Skills workshops on Saturday August 27 at 100pm Eastern time and Saturday September 3 at 400pm Eastern time;
- A private monitored community for additional support;
- Recordings of weekly teaching sessions;
- The complete resource library that includes topical guides and video tutorials; and
- At least 2 live Physics Exam study sessions (times TBD)
Now available for $347.
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Newtonian Physics Live is ideal for students who want the dream physics study group experience where we band together to conquer physics. These students will have access to:
- The live Physics Study Skills workshops on Saturday August 27 at 100pm Eastern time and Saturday September 3 at 400pm Eastern time;
- Live weekly teaching sessions that are available also as replays;
- Live weekly study sessions dedicated to helping students with problem sets;
- A private forum-based community for additional support;
- The complete resource library that includes topical guides and video tutorials; and
- At least 2 live Physics Exam study sessions (times TBD).
Now available for $597.
Submitting payment means you agree to the terms of purchase.