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Wildan, Ardan; Yau, Chin Doong; Wijesinghe, Chamaka; Xiao, Kevin; Ng, Tuck Wah – Physics Teacher, 2022
The Van de Graaff (VDG) generator is ubiquitous in the physics laboratory, but the high-voltage discharges that emanate from it can cause user discomfort or damage to nearby electronics during experimentation. In this work, an augmented reality (AR) tool is developed to help students conduct the experiment safely. More specifically, it allows them…
Descriptors: Science Instruction, Science Experiments, Laboratory Equipment, Computer Simulation
Wehrbein, William M. – Physics Teacher, 2022
Recognized as one of the most beautiful experiments of all time, the oil drop experiment performed by Robert Millikan and his graduate students (primarily Harvey Fletcher) is a standard in the repertoire of experiments performed by undergraduate physics students. However, "as a teaching lab it does not enjoy a good reputation for three…
Descriptors: Science Experiments, Science Laboratories, Undergraduate Students, College Science
Vera, Francisco; Ortiz, Manuel; Villanueva, Jaime; Horta-Rangel, Francisco Antonio – Physics Teacher, 2021
In this paper we explain how to build a very sensitive force table using 3D-printed parts. The key component of this apparatus is a simple sensitive pulley that, together with the other components, can be printed in one day (one hour per pulley, 17 hours for a complete three-pulleys table) at the cost of 160 g of plastic filament. This force table…
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Printing, Laboratory Equipment, Design
Danese, Anthony – Physics Teacher, 2022
In this paper I describe an interactive Gauss's law computer simulation using the GlowScript programming environment. The simulation calculates a point charge's electric field at locations on the surface of a Gaussian cube and displays the electric field in GlowScript's 3D graphics window. The point charge can be moved, and the electric field…
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Science Instruction, Energy, Educational Technology
Uddin, Zaheer; Zaheer, Muhammad Hani – Physics Teacher, 2019
In this paper, we present a demonstration of Ohm's law on a spreadsheet. Students can perform an experiment of Ohm's law like they perform in laboratories. The only difference is that the apparatus is virtual. The students record readings of current through the circuit and potential difference across a resistor. A graph is drawn between I and V to…
Descriptors: Scientific Principles, Spreadsheets, Science Experiments, Laboratory Experiments
Duffy, Andrew G. – Physics Teacher, 2021
In the teaching and learning of physics, simulations have many applications. Simulations can help to illuminate concepts (such as the motion of electrons in electric or magnetic fields) that cannot usually be seen with the unaided eye, or to slow down things that happen over short time periods or at high speeds. They can also be used to help…
Descriptors: Physics, Introductory Courses, Computer Software, Scientific Concepts
Bobowski, Jake Stanley – Physics Teacher, 2021
Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, academic institutions across the globe have been forced to move to online learning environments. It has been particularly challenging for the experimental sciences to develop and deliver authentic lab-based experiences. Some of the strategies that have been adopted for first-year physics labs include: providing a…
Descriptors: Science Instruction, Online Courses, COVID-19, Pandemics
Lincoln, James – Physics Teacher, 2019
Python is a free, text-based programming language that has already been used by those who do physics research to great effect. But students can also learn to use it and, through its use, learn other aspects of physics--especially ones that are difficult or impossible to perform as physical labs. This article serves as a most-fundamental start for…
Descriptors: Science Instruction, Physics, Computer Uses in Education, Programming Languages
Lee, Sukmock; Guthery, Charlotte; Kim, Daewook; Calkins, Addison – Physics Teacher, 2022
An essential goal for physics and optical science instructors is to encourage students to find excitement and beauty in physical and optical phenomena while helping them learn the theoretical concepts and conducting experiments that can test the validity of the concepts. Such motivation largely relies on realistic hands-on lab opportunities where…
Descriptors: Physics, Optics, Science Instruction, Hands on Science
Hughes, Ciaran; Isaacson, Joshua; Turner, Jessica; Perry, Anastasia; Sun, Ranbel – Physics Teacher, 2022
Quantum computing is a growing field at the intersection of physics and computer science. The goal of this article is to highlight a successfully trialled quantum computing course for high school students between the ages of 15 and 18 years old. This course was designed to bridge the gap between popular science articles and advanced undergraduate…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Physics, Science Instruction, Quantum Mechanics
Engstrom, Tyler A.; Johnson, Matthew M.; Eklund, Peter C.; Russin, Timothy J. – Physics Teacher, 2015
The concept of "seeing by feeling" as a way to circumvent limitations on sight is universal on the macroscopic scale--reading Braille, feeling one's way around a dark room, etc. The development of the atomic force microscope (AFM) in 1986 extended this concept to imaging in the nanoscale. While there are classroom demonstrations that use…
Descriptors: Nuclear Physics, Laboratory Equipment, Molecular Structure, Computer Simulation
Paetkau, Mark; Bissonnette, Dan; Taylor, Colin – Physics Teacher, 2013
Computer simulations (we use the word liberally here to include applets, animations, apps, etc.) have been making steady progress as teaching tools. Large collections of simulations, created by individuals and by groups, are freely available. More recently, research on the effectiveness of simulations as teaching tools, particularly focused on the…
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Science Instruction, Computer Uses in Education, Instructional Effectiveness
Gallis, Michael R. – Physics Teacher, 2010
This paper discusses the use of video analysis software and computer-generated animations for student activities. The use of artificial video affords the opportunity for students to study phenomena for which a real video may not be easy or even possible to procure, using analysis software with which the students are already familiar. We will…
Descriptors: Computer Software, Video Technology, Animation, Computer Simulation

Eliason, John C., Jr. – Physics Teacher, 1989
Discusses a laboratory exercise simulating the paths of light rays through spherical water drops by applying principles of ray optics and geometry. Describes four parts: determining the output angles, computer simulation, explorations, model testing, and solutions. Provides a computer program and some diagrams. (YP)
Descriptors: Computer Simulation, Laboratory Experiments, Laboratory Procedures, Optics

Guglielmino, Rick – Physics Teacher, 1989
Discusses how a spreadsheet might be used in an introductory physics laboratory. Describes three categories of spreadsheet uses, advantages of spreadsheet, layout, accuracy, and modifications. Gives an example of the variable mass rocket problem with typical display. (YP)
Descriptors: College Science, Computer Assisted Instruction, Computer Simulation, Laboratory Procedures
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