PhET Interactive Simulations ( https://phet.colorado.edu/ ), a project of the University of Colorado Boulder, provides fun, free, interactive, research-based science and mathematics simulations for use across, primary, secondary, and higher education levels. We extensively test and evaluate each simulation to ensure educational effectiveness. All simulations are open source and free to all students and teachers.
Introduction to PhET Simulations for STEM Education
Introduction to PhET Simulations for STEM Education
This course is part of Active Learning in STEM with PhET Interactive Simulations Specialization
Instructors: Zachariah Mbasu
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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What you'll learn
Learn what makes PhET simulations unique.
Find simulations that are relevant to your classes.
Reflect on how to increase educational equity through active learning.
Skills you'll gain
- Pedagogy
- Interactive Learning
- Education and Training
- Mathematics Education
- Curriculum Planning
- Decision Making
- Digital pedagogy
- Student Engagement
- Simulation and Simulation Software
- Instructional Strategies
- Student-Centred Learning
- Simulations
- Blended Learning
- Instructing
- Differentiated Instruction
- Educational Materials
- Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives
- Teaching
- Education Software and Technology
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This course is part of the Active Learning in STEM with PhET Interactive Simulations Specialization
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SA
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2023
it is a nice and interesting journey on Phet as it will be helpful in my career. rated 4 because of navigation strategy, there is need to be told
HA
Reviewed on Aug 12, 2024
It was an enjoyable engaging and insightful learning experience. I feel ready to to introduce PhET into my classroom
CS
Reviewed on Sep 24, 2023
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