Geometric optics is a confusing subject for many physics students, who often first encounter the subject in introductory college physics classes. Traditional instruction in geometric optics is not as ...

Physical sciences teacher Kathy Briggs of Southern Hills Middle School in Boulder looks on as sixth-grader Carmen Houck works through the "John Travoltage" program on the PhET Interactive Simulations ...

This chapter considers the use of simulations and games for science learning in the context of formal education. After describing the variety of contexts in which individuals interact with simulations ...

Strong Points: Simulations run well; all simulations are free to use and cover a wide variety of topics. One of the easiest ways to demonstrate novel concepts to students is through hands-on ...