Wave on a String Simulation Primer

October 2, 2018
This video primer is an introduction to the Wave on a String simulation's features and uses. Since sims are designed to be exploratory, this...

Facilitating Activities with PhET

June 23, 2016
The flexibility of PhET simulations enables teachers to use them in a variety of ways in their classroom. This video provides an overview of...

Refraction Learning Game

June 20, 2012
Visit the Lesson Ideas page to find resources for Refraction, a free online game that reinforces science and math skills....

Designing PhET Activities for the K12 Classroom

June 23, 2016
This video highlights how to design student activity worksheets for in-class use of the PhET simulations. Learn how you can help students ac...

Reflection Rubric

June 23, 2016
A rubric for teachers to assess the success of a simulation activity....

Tips and Activities for Using Phet Simulations

June 23, 2016
Following are activity suggestions and tips from PhET to use in conjunction with the interactive simulations. Creating PhET Interactive S...

Exploring How Light Behaves at Boundaries Lesson Plan: Bending Light

April 2, 2018
In this lesson plan, adaptable for grades 6-12, students use an interactive simulation called Bending Light to explore the bending of light ...

String Instruments Lesson Plan: Create Your Own String Instrument

July 10, 2018
This lesson plan, adaptable for grades 3-8, invites students to explore BrainPOP resources to learn about string instruments. They’ll find o...