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PhET Interactive Simulations @phetsims.bsky.social · 1d

What are the variables that affect if a block sinks or floats in a fluid?
Explore the basic principles of a submarine with our Buoyancy Sim. #Buoyancy, #Density, #iTeachPhysics
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PhET Interactive Simulations @phetsims.bsky.social · 9d

Discover multiple ways to decompose numbers with our #NumberPairs sim. Perfect for building number sense up to 20! Pairing up has never been so engaging!
phet.colorado.edu/en/simulatio... #math #earlymath #composition

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PhET Interactive Simulations @phetsims.bsky.social · 11d

Explore the mysteries of quantum mechanics with our Quantum Measurement sim! Prepare & measure superposition states, dive into photon polarization, and experiment with Stern-Gerlach setups. phet.colorado.edu/en/simulatio... #physics #chatphysics #STEM

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PhET Interactive Simulations @phetsims.bsky.social · 14d

#Webinar: Bring algebraic concepts to life. Learn facilitation strategies using ready-to-implement lessons for solving one- and two- variable equations at our upcoming webinar. Sign up vz.to/4ht1YnG #teacherPD #PhET

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PhET Interactive Simulations @phetsims.bsky.social · 14d

#Webinar: Bring algebraic concepts to life. Learn facilitation strategies using ready-to-implement lessons for solving one- and two- variable equations at our upcoming webinar. Sign up://vz.to/4ht1YnG #teacherPD #PhET

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PhET Interactive Simulations @phetsims.bsky.social · 16d

With the Molarity simulation, students can qualitatively and quantitatively explore the relationships between the amount of solute, the solution's volume, and its #concentration. phet.colorado.edu/en/simulatio... #iteachchemistry #chemed

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PhET Interactive Simulations @phetsims.bsky.social · 20d

Differentiation Made Easy - not all learners start at the same level, so why should your simulations? With PhET Studio, you can easily create custom versions for different experiences, simplifying lesson design. #interactYourWay #PhETStudio
Learn more: phet.colorado.edu/en/studio/ov...

PhET Interactive Simulations @phetsims.bsky.social · 26d

#Webinar: Bring algebraic concepts to life. Learn facilitation strategies using ready-to-implement lessons for solving one- and two- variable equations at our upcoming webinar.
Sign up: vz.to/4ht1YnG #teacherPD #PhET

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PhET Interactive Simulations @phetsims.bsky.social · 27d

#Webinar: Bring algebraic concepts to life. Learn facilitation strategies using ready-to-implement lessons for solving one- and two- variable equations at our upcoming webinar. Sign up://vz.to/4ht1YnG #teacherPD #PhET

PhET Interactive Simulations @phetsims.bsky.social · 28d

The Graphing Quadratics simulation allows students to explore the graph of a quadratic function. Investigate the influence each term of a quadratic function has on the graph of the parabola. Learn more: phet.colorado.edu/en/simulatio...

Graphing Quadratics

Discover how changing coefficients changes the shape of a curve. View the graphs of individual terms (e.g. y=bx) to see how they add to generate the polynomial curve. Generate definitions for vertex,…

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PhET Interactive Simulations @phetsims.bsky.social · 28d

Check out today’s @Google doodle!
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Luckily, PhET sim users know all about quadratics because they use Graphing Quadratics
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Learn more about the creation of Learning the Quadratic Equation Doodle and discover the story behind the unique artwork.

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PhET Interactive Simulations @phetsims.bsky.social · Sep 6

How does a mass-spring system change throughout its oscillation? Explore real-time energy graphs with our Masses and Springs simulation to discover the relationship between mass, gravity, spring constant, length, and the period of oscillation. #iTeachPhysics phet.colorado.edu/en/simulatio...

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PhET Interactive Simulations @phetsims.bsky.social · Sep 4

We are so proud to be featured in the latest video from the @YidanPrize and @hkmuofficial ! It's an honor to be included in this conversation about the future of education alongside so many inspiring innovators. #EdTech #Innovation #FutureOfLearning
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PhET Interactive Simulations @phetsims.bsky.social · Sep 4

Ready to take your PhET usage to the next level? Meet PhET Studio - your tool for creating PhET sims that meet your needs. Sign up to learn more
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PhET Interactive Simulations @phetsims.bsky.social · Sep 3

Explore color perception, subtraction and addition with our Color Vision sim. Investigage the color a person sees for various combinations of red, green, and blue light. What light will pass through different colored filters? phet.colorado.edu/en/simulatio... #Photons #WhiteLight #edusky

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PhET Interactive Simulations @phetsims.bsky.social · Sep 1

Live Tomorrow (Webinar):
Don't miss how to craft effective challenge prompts that guide student #inquiry while promoting creativity and exploration. Sign up vz.to/4ht1YnG #teacherPD #PhET

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PhET Interactive Simulations @phetsims.bsky.social · Aug 30

Are you thinking about the amount of time that likely goes into making a preset, and thought “nope. Don’t have time for that.”
Let us walk you through how you impart a preset in easy steps!
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PhET Interactive Simulations @phetsims.bsky.social · Aug 28

#Webinar: Discover how to craft effective challenge prompts that guide student #inquiry while promoting creativity and exploration. Sign up vz.to/4ht1YnG #teacherPD #PhET #edusky

PhET Interactive Simulations @phetsims.bsky.social · Aug 25

The Collision Lab simulation allows students to investigate collisions in 1D and 2D. Experiment with the number of objects and initial conditions. Vary the elasticity to explore inelastic collisions. phet.colorado.edu/en/simulatio...
#Elasticity #ConservationOfEnergy

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PhET Interactive Simulations @phetsims.bsky.social · Aug 21

Live Tomorrow (Webinar):
Don't miss #Inquiry and Engagement with Activity Sheets. Learn about PhET’s recommendations for how to create and modify #activities, focusing on instructional context, #learning goals, pre-labs, open play, and data collection. Sign up vz.to/4ht1YnG

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PhET Interactive Simulations @phetsims.bsky.social · Aug 20

Ready to transform your classroom? With #PhETStudio, you can design the perfect interactive experience for your students. Set up the sim exactly how you want it, save your #uniqueconfiguration, and share a #customlink. It's as easy as Set. Save. Send. #edusky phet.colorado.edu/en/studio/ov...

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PhET Interactive Simulations @phetsims.bsky.social · Aug 18

Want to teach magnetic fields in a fun, interactive way? Check out our "Magnets and Electromagnets" sim! Students can experiment with bar #magnets, build #electromagnets with a battery, and explore #oscillatingFields with an AC source. #iTeachPhysics #edusky
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PhET Interactive Simulations @phetsims.bsky.social · Aug 16

Learn how to design custom versions of our sims in easy steps!
Set your preset however you want it.
Save your preset with a unique title.
Send your presets to your student as a link.
Learn more buff.ly/EhksWBU #InteractYourWay #PhET

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PhET Interactive Simulations @phetsims.bsky.social · Aug 14

Webinar: #Inquiry and Engagement with Activity Sheets. Learn about PhET’s recommendations for how to create and modify #activities, focusing on instructional context, #learning goals, pre-labs, open play, and data collection. Sign up vz.to/4ht1YnG

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PhET Interactive Simulations @phetsims.bsky.social · Aug 14

Explore the interactions between a compass and a bar magnet with our Magnet and Compass sim! Vary the magnet's strength, see the effect on the field and take measurements using a field meter, demystify #electromagnetism phet.colorado.edu/en/simulations/magnet-and-compass #iteachphysics #physics

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