Conceptual physics

Conceptual physics

Conceptual physics is a non-mathematical approach to studying physics, which was popularized by Paul G. Hewitt. It is believed that with a strong conceptual foundation in physics, students are better equipped to understand the equations and formulas of physics, and to make connections between the concepts of physics and their everyday world.

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