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Physics Laws and QuizzesPhysics Laws and Quizzes
Solve some problems using the fundamental laws and be announced as a Quiz Master.
How Atoms WorkHow Atoms Work
Shows how man determined the structure of the atom and learned how atoms interacted with each other.
Radiation Physics and Radiocarbon Research Labs at University College DublinRadiation Physics and Radiocarbon Research Labs at University College Dublin
Specialises in the measurement of minute traces of artificial and natural radionuclides in the environment.
Institute of Physics (IOP) - Teaching PhysicsInstitute of Physics (IOP) - Teaching Physics
A website aimed at those with an interest in the teaching and learning of physics in schools and colleges. The site provides visitors with information about the current activities of the IOP education department including details of forthcoming events, n
Assessing-to-Learn (A2L)Assessing-to-Learn (A2L)
A research project on the use of continuous formative assessment in the high-school physics classroom. The website provides participating teachers with a library of assessment items (carefully constructed questions) to choose from for their classes, and w
Bicycle Physics OnlineBicycle Physics Online
Divided in two parts. The first is a theory study and the second is a report of the experiment. This study was done as a part of The Bicycle Project from September till December 1999. The research was done at the Kansas State University's department of
APS - Division of Physics of BeamsAPS - Division of Physics of Beams
History of beam physics research, and current information on the topic.
West Point Bicentennial Engineering Design ContestWest Point Bicentennial Engineering Design Contest
Bridge design contest (using specialized software) to celebrate West Point's 200 years of service to the United States of America. November 11, 2001 - February 28, 2002. Anyone can enter. U.S. students in grades K through 12 are eligible to compete for
UMPERG: Minds-On Physics (MOP)UMPERG: Minds-On Physics (MOP)
A one-year curriculum for high-school physics. It is the result of a materials-development project supported by the National Science Foundation, and its design was guided by educational research findings.
Communities for Physics and Astronomy Digital Resources in Education (comPADRE)Communities for Physics and Astronomy Digital Resources in Education (comPADRE)
A project to create well organized, digital collections of high quality educational materials in physics and astronomy. ComPADRE consists of focused collections of materials for specific courses or serving specific constituencies, with connections to a wi
NSTA - Position Statement on Laboratory ScienceNSTA - Position Statement on Laboratory Science
Since the laboratory experience is of critical importance in the process of enhancing students' cognitive and affective understanding of science, the National Science Teachers Association makes the following recommendations.
QuarkNetQuarkNet
Supports centers at 60 universities and laboratories that are participants in the collider experiments at CERN in Switzerland and at Fermilab in Illinois. Physicists will mentor and collaborate with high school teachers. Stipends are provided to the tea
Select Physics TopicsSelect Physics Topics
This physics online ebook covers basic physics from Newton's laws to electricity and magnetism. Lots of applets and animation included.
JC PhysicsJC Physics
A resource for A Level Physics. Those doing high-school, O Level or first year university physics may also find this site helpful. Reviews of material, questions, and archives of previous answers.
The Physics EncyclopediaThe Physics Encyclopedia
This site provides exhaustive, comprehensive, carefully selected and structured lists on Internet physics resources.
TeralabTeralab
Descriptions and photographs of electrostatics, electron bombardment and wave experiments done with home equipment.
Essential PhysicsEssential Physics
A book for first-year college students who have an interest in pursuing a career in physics or a closely related field.
A Prelude to the Study of PhysicsA Prelude to the Study of Physics
A paper first published in Quantum Vol 7 No 2, pg. 45, Nov/Dec 1996.
Space and TimeSpace and Time
Course based on Stephen Hawking's best selling book, "A Brief History of Time". The course deals with topics in modern physics such as Einstein's Special Theory of Relativity, Quantum Theory, Black Holes and the Creation of the Universe.
FYKOS - Physical Correspondence SeminaryFYKOS - Physical Correspondence Seminary
Worldwide competition in physics for grammar school (under age 19) students with an interest in physics.
Innovations in Undergraduate Physics at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC)Innovations in Undergraduate Physics at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC)
Several recent developments have stimulated a major revitalization of UIUC's introductory physics curriculum. Here are the details. Also includes references, previous presentations, and course outlines.
Computer Simulation MethodsComputer Simulation Methods
A web site devoted to faculty and students using computer simulation techniques as a method of discovery in physics. This is a companion site to a textbook, but provides content from other sources as well.
Numerical Relativity ExhibitionsNumerical Relativity Exhibitions
These are WWW exhibits based on the NCSA Relativity Group's work and on General Relativity. Exhibits about calculations, computers, virtual reality, and the history of science.
The Motion Mountain Physics TextThe Motion Mountain Physics Text
A free physics textbook on the introductory physics course level, written to be surprising, entertaining, and thought-provoking. Chapters are downloadable pdf files.
How to Study PhysicsHow to Study Physics
A University of Texas classic, written before the web was around, but now revised and web-ready.
Physics Equations and ConstantsPhysics Equations and Constants
A concise guide to equations and lists of constants and basic facts at the high school level, sorted by topic.
Glass: Liquid or Solid - Science vs. an Urban LegendGlass: Liquid or Solid - Science vs. an Urban Legend
Addressing the widespread misconception according to which glass is a liquid.
Interactive Physics Scenarios by A. John MallinckrodtInteractive Physics Scenarios by A. John Mallinckrodt
A collection of intermediate and advanced level modules in mechanics, gravitation, thermodynamics, and electrostatics for use with the Interactive Physics software distributed by MSC Working Knowledge.
Common Errors in Undergraduate MathematicsCommon Errors in Undergraduate Mathematics
This page describes the errors seen most frequently in undergraduate mathematics, the likely causes of those errors, and their remedies. Avoid these errors in order to improve in any math-intensive course, including physics.
UHS Physics Roller Coaster Engineering CompetitionUHS Physics Roller Coaster Engineering Competition
Students will build small models of roller coasters that transport ball bearings. Students will compete for trophies. Site has full details.
Science-PseudoscienceScience-Pseudoscience
Science, non-science and pseudoscience: a set of lessons to teach students to define and differentiate the three.
Physics, the Neglected SciencePhysics, the Neglected Science
Pages to help increase awareness about the value of physics and to lend support to high school physics students, teachers, and parents.
Practical PhysicsPractical Physics
Enables teachers of physics to share their skills and experience of making experiments work in the classroom.
Physics FirstPhysics First
For the past 130 years, physics has been an integral part of science curriculum at the high school level. Its current vertical position, established about 100 years ago, is now strongly challenged.
BasicElectronics.comBasicElectronics.com
Explanations of electronics. Volts, ohms, amperes, and basic circuits. Includes calculators and reference materials.
Art Ludwig's Sound PageArt Ludwig's Sound Page
Various explorations of sound, sound detection and sound measurement. Includes a section on physics of sound.
Amusement Park PhysicsAmusement Park Physics
Explores how the laws of physics play a role in the design of amusement park rides. Activities invite visitors to design a roller coaster and determine the outcomes of bumper car collisions. Links to related sites are provided.
TYC Physics WorkshopsTYC Physics Workshops
Information about workshops provided for two-year or community college physics teachers and the products of this project.
Physics 2000Physics 2000
An interactive journey through modern physics. Have fun learning visually and conceptually about 20th century science and high-tech devices. Uses java applets.
Introductory College Physics for the 21st Century Home PageIntroductory College Physics for the 21st Century Home Page
ICP21 is the Website for Introductory College Physics for the 21st Century which describes the new physics curriculum as well as information on workshops available to physics instructors.
The Physics Of... (Part 2)The Physics Of... (Part 2)
2002-present school year Kentridge High School student research into the physics of various common objects.
International Physics Olympiad 2001International Physics Olympiad 2001
Official site of IPhO 2001.
Physics at Merton CollegePhysics at Merton College
Matters related to the AS-level & A-level physics courses. The material covers topics in physics and its related mathematics and will supplement one's normal classwork.
Dropping In a Microgravity Environment (DIME)Dropping In a Microgravity Environment (DIME)
Teacher's guide for a NASA high-school student science competition.
Bicycle PhysicsBicycle Physics
The physics of how to steer a bicycle, and how stop signs interfere with bicycle commuting.
The World of Beams (Both Energy and Particle)The World of Beams (Both Energy and Particle)
Explores the nature of particle beams, laser beams, and related physics topics.
Professor Stephen Hawking OnlineProfessor Stephen Hawking Online
Biographical, educational, and scholarly. Also includes a bit of fun (did you know he was on The Simpsons TV show?)
Physics Courseware CommunicatorPhysics Courseware Communicator
Published quarterly by the Physics Courseware Evaluation Project (PCEP) in the Department of Physics at North Carolina State University. This newsletter describes physics educational software of interest to physics teachers at many levels of instruction.
Physical Science for Nonscientists - Physics 1010Physical Science for Nonscientists - Physics 1010
Course website at University of Colorado. Includes lecture notes in pdf format.
The Physics of LearningThe Physics of Learning
Extending a physics analogy to teaching and learning creates a rich set of terms and relationships that are already familiar to scientists. This paper defines those terms, suggests methods for quantifying those terms and thus provides teachers with a meth
The Evil Tutor's Guide: Graphs and FiguresThe Evil Tutor's Guide: Graphs and Figures
An amusing, yet sincere, look at where students go wrong when producing scientific graphs for school, college and degree level work.
I Love Physics ForumI Love Physics Forum
Discuss physics education and related topics that come up in discussions about physics.
Astrophysics Science Project Integrating Research and Education (ASPIRE)Astrophysics Science Project Integrating Research and Education (ASPIRE)
Site dedicated to helping teachers with lessons in physics and astrophysics by giving computer activities that help show how physical models work.
Librys.com - Physics ProblemsLibrys.com - Physics Problems
Find links to problems, programs, and resources for physics students in high school or college
Society of Physics Students (SPS)Society of Physics Students (SPS)
Complete set of information for members of any level of SPS. Scholarships and awards, news, activities, staff, structure, online forms, student resources, and links to significant physics sites.
HyperPhysics ConceptsHyperPhysics Concepts
A concept map of physics showing relationships between topics while giving explanations and references.
Interactive TextbookInteractive Textbook
College freshman-level physics textbook online in several different formats, notably a java-interactive format.
Kenny Felder's Math and Physics Help PageKenny Felder's Math and Physics Help Page
A collection of papers written to explain various concepts in math and physics, as well as papers generously donated by other people.
Thermal and Statistical Physics Curriculum Development ProjectThermal and Statistical Physics Curriculum Development Project
Includes an introduction to the project and its conferences, related papers and links, and some Java applets.
Physics ComicsPhysics Comics
Comics-style lessons in physics fundamentals. Topics include motion, forces, vectors, work and energy, and impulse and momentum.
Intuitor - Insultingly Stupid Movie PhysicsIntuitor - Insultingly Stupid Movie Physics
Reviews and rates Hollywood movies for bad physics content.
Physics for BeginnersPhysics for Beginners
An introduction to some concepts in physics for the absolute beginner. Included is a equation solver which is for use with the Physics For Beginners section.
Static ElectricityStatic Electricity
Scientific explanation of the phenomenon of static electricity.
Fundamental Physical Constants from NISTFundamental Physical Constants from NIST
The values of the fundamental physical constants provided at this site are recommended for international use by CODATA and are the latest available.
Cockpit PhysicsCockpit Physics
Interactive physics education tool currently in development at the United States Air Force Academy. Each lesson is geared toward exploring a topic in physics as it relates to actual USAF applications.
Sea World PhysicsSea World Physics
Lesson plans, activities and objectives helpful to establish an understanding of the following physics concepts: velocity, acceleration, buoyancy and free fall.
Beginner and Intermediate ElectronicsBeginner and Intermediate Electronics
Basic electronics explained using simple theory and diagrams.
A Radically Modern Approach to Introductory PhysicsA Radically Modern Approach to Introductory Physics
An online book by D. Raymond.
Cartoons and MoviesCartoons and Movies
Some diagrams and movies illustrating some otherwise abstract electrical principles.
Bad PhysicsBad Physics
Misunderstood things in physics with simple explanations.
HSC PhysicsHSC Physics
School of Physics, University of New South Wales. Details about professional development workshops for physics teachers intended to provide background and advice on the Stage 6 HSC syllabus. Some resources related to this workshop are found on the site.
Spacetime WrinklesSpacetime Wrinkles
Major advances in computation are only now enabling scientists to simulate how black holes form, evolve, and interact. Learn about relativity and its predictions through text and video files at this site.
Exploring Physics in CyberspaceExploring Physics in Cyberspace
This site describes several tested extracurricular programs geared to introducing hands-on interactive physics activities for K-12 students. Supported by the National Science Foundation.
The Sound of Solitary WavesThe Sound of Solitary Waves
Physicists have demonstrated the first acoustic solitary waves in air--waves that can travel long distances without changing shape.
Physics ReferencePhysics Reference
Physics symbols, constants, and SI units, prefixes and rules.
Bearwood PhysicsBearwood Physics
Includes revision notes and questions geared towards the A-Level and GCSE examination in the United Kingdom.
North Salinas High School Physics ClubNorth Salinas High School Physics Club
Projects done over the years, alumni information, and details about the club's events and members.
PhysicsSongs.orgPhysicsSongs.org
Songs, and links to sites with more of them.
Contemporary Physics Education Project (CPEP)Contemporary Physics Education Project (CPEP)
A non-profit organization of teachers, educators, and physicists; at Lawrence Berkeley Lab.
The Elements of MachinesThe Elements of Machines
Some simple machines, explained, described and illustrated.
eFluids Gallery of ExperimentseFluids Gallery of Experiments
Ideas for simple in-class demonstrations and experiments in fluid dynamics. Illustrations and Quicktime movies included.
Physical Science Resource Center (PSRC)Physical Science Resource Center (PSRC)
This site has plenty of resources for physics and physical science teachers K-16.
Web Physics ProjectWeb Physics Project
A flexible low budget outlet for small volume, high quality, HTML-based curricular material. It provides a forum for physics educators to exchange curriculum ideas and resources that make use of web technology (primarily public domain material), and prov
Interactive Physics Review SystemInteractive Physics Review System
A study aid for some basic Newtonian physics concepts that come up early in a student's study of basic college level physics.
Interactive Physics Problem SetInteractive Physics Problem Set
Contains almost 100 practice problems for physics students, accompanied by detailed solutions and interactive computer experiments.
New Physics Teacher ProjectNew Physics Teacher Project
Advice for the first year physics teacher gathered from interviews with expert physics educators.
The Physics Of...The Physics Of...
1996-2001 school year Kentridge High School student research into the physics of various common objects.
ISU Physics Teacher Education ProgramISU Physics Teacher Education Program
From Illinois State University.
Space Station PhyveSpace Station Phyve
A WebQuest for high school physics and MST students to research and design a rotating space colony. This highly scientific mission contains links and teacher rubric.
International Physics OlympiadsInternational Physics Olympiads
Regional and international physics olympiads. Information, mailing lists, and links to all the IPhO problems available on the web.
Mathematical Thinking in PhysicsMathematical Thinking in Physics
Articles, essays, and problems designed for students to learn more about the importance of math in the study and application of physics.
Advancing Physics AS/A2 Level Course from the Institute of PhysicsAdvancing Physics AS/A2 Level Course from the Institute of Physics
The web site provides resources for Teachers, Students and Technicians involved in the study of AS or A2 Level Physics.
Physics CentralPhysics Central
The outreach site of the members of The American Physical Society. Find out how physics is part of your world, ask questions on how things work, see physics in pictures, get updates on physics in the news, read about research and the people who are doing
Simple Electric MotorsSimple Electric Motors
Summary of science projects by Stan Pozmantir, a junior secondary student. Easy-to-build and inexpensive electric motors utilizing many physics principles.
Physics.org.ukPhysics.org.uk
A site for UK students wishing to do physics or engineering, at all levels; with help in deciding on a future in physics.
Physics Simulations - Teaching ProgramsPhysics Simulations - Teaching Programs
Free and commercial site with physics programs and some other materials available for download and/or sale. No Macintosh materials offered.
EmmyNoether.comEmmyNoether.com
A discussion of the nature and examples of symmetries in this subject.
Animations of Wave MotionAnimations of Wave Motion
Animated GIFs and a discussion of some of the math involved.
How Things WorkHow Things Work
A service providing answers to questions about physics, science, and how things in the world around us work. Companion to the book by the same name.
Live The PhysicsLive The Physics
Somewhat interactive site which intends to help with all sorts of physics homework and studying issues, and even allows you to email questions to the authors.
Physics Simulations in EducationPhysics Simulations in Education
ZIP-format files for DOS or Windows covering a variety of physics phenomena and applications.
School Mathematics and Science Programs Benefit From Instructional TechnologySchool Mathematics and Science Programs Benefit From Instructional Technology
NSF report summarizes key findings about mathematics and science in controlled evaluations of instructional technology in elementary and secondary schools.

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