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First course of three physics curriculum design courses for in-service high school physics educators. Introduction to pedagogies and materials used in the introductory Physics courses at U of I, and their development. Adaptation and integration of these pedagogies and materials into the unique needs of the high school classroom. Reading and reflection on education research literature. Topics include: equitable grading; purposeful design and development of learning cycles to develop students? deeper learning of physics concepts. Course Information: Prerequisite: Must be an in-service high school teacher who typically carries 1 or more physics preps on their course schedule.