My Take
Great interactive tools for teaching science and math concepts. The simulations are engaging and visually intuitive, allowing students to explore concepts like energy conservation, chemical reactions, and algebra through hands-on virtual experimentation. The academic value is outstanding, as it offers deep conceptual learning opportunities aligned with curriculum standards. While the entertainment factor is moderate, the interactive and exploratory nature of the tool keeps students curious and engaged.
How I Use It
I've used this before which helped immensely with demonstrating how difficult concepts are applied to real life scenarios. Interactive and a great way to better understand and visualize something.
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Cara N.
Teacher
Severna Park Middle School
Severna Park, MD
May 28, 2024
FUN AND INTERACTIVE!!!
I love Phet for many reasons, but my main reason would be seeing how gloomy my teenage students look when they first step into the classroom, and then seeing their faces light up when they look up at the smart board and see that the daily agenda says "PHET SIMULATION LAB TODAY". It's fun, engaging and ever since I began using Phet, the overall GPA of my students has increased and put our school in a much higher rating.
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Amanda M.
College or university
August 21, 2023
Incredible free research-based resource
I love how open-ended each simulation is. It might be annoying sometimes because students could get distracted, but as long as I guide them with challenges for how to use the sim, they learn a lot. And sometimes they learn something unexpected! I only wish they had more simulations on more topics.
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A M.
College or university
April 30, 2023
PhET Interactive Simulations
When lessons or experiments are too costly, time-consuming, or prone to error, virtual options such as PhET simulations can be extremely valuable. PhET simulations provide an opportunity for virtual learning, which is particularly useful during emergencies such as lockdowns or fully remote learning situations. In such instances, resources like PhET are invaluable in mitigating the risk of learning loss.
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