PhET is a free interactive simulation tool developed by the University of Colorado Boulder and designed for teaching in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields to enhance students' learning experience and understanding in a lively and fun way.
core functionality
- Multidisciplinary coverage
PhET offers simulation content covering a wide range of subjects such as physics, chemistry, biology, and math for different age groups and educational stages. - Interactive learning
All simulation content supports user interaction with the simulation model, such as adjusting variables and observing experimental results, to help students deepen their understanding through practice. - Multi-language support
The platform supports more than 85 languages, facilitating global access and cross-cultural sharing of educational resources. - Cross-device compatibility
PhET's simulation tools run on computers, tablets, smartphones, and other devices, making it easy for teachers and students to use them anytime, anywhere. - resource-rich
Provides teaching guides, activity templates and other resources to help teachers design classroom content. It also supports users to upload and share their own teaching resources.
application scenario
- Classroom Teaching Aids
Teachers can use PhET's simulation tools as teaching materials to bring abstract scientific concepts to life. - self-directed learning
Students can use the PhET simulation tool for self-study and gain a deeper understanding of the content through hands-on learning. - On-line experimental substitution
PhET is a good alternative to science experiments when lab equipment is limited, especially in distance learning scenarios. - Scientific Enlightenment
Provide STEM science initiation for younger students to stimulate their interest and creativity.
Acquisition method
Users can experience and download PhET by visiting its official website.
Official website:https://phet.colorado.edu
