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Introduction to PhET


PhET

About This Course

In this virtual workshop, you will learn how to access and share PhET simulations with your students, and explore the features that make PhET sims a powerful tool for science and mathematics teachers.

Learning Outcomes:

  1. Learn what makes PhET simulations unique.
  2. Find simulations that are relevant to your classes.
  3. Reflect on Active Learning for effectively integrating simulations into your teaching.
  4. Embed simulations in your teaching materials and share them with others. 

About the Provider

Founded in 2002 by Nobel Laureate Carl Wieman, the PhET Interactive Simulations project at the University of Colorado Boulder creates free interactive math and science simulations. PhET sims are based on extensive education research and engage students through an intuitive, game-like environment where students learn through exploration and discovery.

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