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Energy is never created nor destroyed - just transferred from one form to another. It's one of the most fundamental concepts in physics, but can be one that students find challenging when first introduced to it. This video production uses an engaging presenter and familiar objects and scenarios - including skateboarding, tennis, vehicles and plant growth to explore different forms of energy, their effects on objects and processes and conversion from one form to another. Sections include what is energy, kinetic energy (including electrical, radiant and sound), potential energy and energy transformations. Students of Science at lower to middle levels will find this resource ideal for consolidating their understanding of these important fundamental areas.
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Any type of motion means a force is at work, it is one of the most fundamental concepts in physics, and has formed the basis of the work of many pioneering scientists, including Isaac Newton. This program introduces forces and some important basic laws and principles of physics. Content covered includes defining and identifying forces, balanced forces, unbalanced forces and inertia. Led by a presenter, a range of familiar objects is used to demonstrate and simplify a number of concepts, including a car, a canoe, a bicycle and even a milkshake. It is an engaging resource, aimed at lower to middle level secondary students of Science, which uses every day situations to explain these important fundamental areas.
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This program covers the discovery of radioactivity, what makes atoms radioactive and methods for detecting radioactivity. The types of radiation including alpha, beta, gamma and positron radiation, types of decay, radiation dose & dose equivalence are explained. With application to real-life situations, the effects of radiation on living things, the environment and the uses of radiation in medicine are also discussed. This program is a comprehensive look at radiation that originates in the nucleus of an atom.
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Kinesiology is the study and application of physics to body movement - energy, work, friction and inertia. This program explores the application of Newton's Three Laws of Motion in baseball regarding pitching and hitting. Kinesiologists at the American Sports Medicine Institute use video motion capture to study the biomechanics of a pitcher's delivery to optimize performance and help reduce injury.
The program presents key concepts of mechanics and light, employing high quality graphics and animations, live footage and worked examples of relevant formulas. Conveniently structured in short clip format, the mechanics section covers scalars and vectors, equations of motions, projectile and circular motions, Newton's laws of motion including a dynamic illustration of the third law in action, kinetic and potential energies both gravitational and elastic, energy conservation, collisions, and conservation of momentum. The light section covers light as a wave, wave equation, combining light of different colours, reflection in plane and curved mirrors including ray diagrams, refraction, convex and concave lenses including ray diagrams, polarisation, diffraction, interference, photoelectric effect, wave-particle duality.
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This program covers the important topic of entropy in Physics. We begin by discussing how entropy is a measure of the disorder of a system and that all natural processes tend to increase disorder. The entire lesson is taught by working example problems beginning with the easier ones and gradually progressing to the harder problems. Emphasis is placed on giving students confidence in their skills by gradual repetition so that the skills learned in this section are committed to long term memory.
DVD / 2011 / (Grades 9-College, Adults) / 73 minutes
This program covers the important topic of heat engines and the second law of thermodynamics in Physics. We begin by discussing the theory, which involves how useful work can be done by engines which use expansion or hot gases to move a piston. The entire lesson is taught by working example problems beginning with the easier ones and gradually progressing to the harder problems. Emphasis is placed on giving students confidence in their skills by gradual repetition so that the skills learned in this section are committed to long term memory.
DVD / 2011 / (Grades 9-College, Adults) / 69 minutes
This program covers the important topic of work, heat, and PV diagrams in Physics. We begin by discussing how work and heat are related, and how the Pressure-Volume (PV) diagrams can be used to illustrate this relationship. The entire lesson is taught by working example problems beginning with the easier ones and gradually progressing to the harder problems. Emphasis is placed on giving students confidence in their skills by gradual repetition so that the skills learned in this section are committed to long term memory.
DVD / 2011 / (Grades 9-College, Adults) / 75 minutes
This program covers the important topic of Electric Potential in of a Point Charge in Physics. We begin by discussing how the electric potential applies to a point charge and why it is important. The entire lesson is taught by working example problems beginning with the easier ones and gradually progressing to harder problems. Emphasis is placed on giving students confidence in their skills by gradual repetition so that the skills learned in this section are committed to long term memory.
DVD / 2011 / (Grades 9-College, Adults) / 55 minutes
Physics is frequently one of the hardest subjects for students to tackle because it is a combination of two of the toughest subjects for most students - Math and Word Problems. The study of Electricity and Magnetism in Physics is challenging for most students because the concepts usually involve higher math that requires the problems to be fully understood prior to starting work. In addition, the concepts always involve invisible electric and magnetic fields which are hard to visualize for most students. The Physics 3 Tutor begins at the very beginning assuming students have never been exposed to this material and then proceeds to introduce new topics in an easy-to-understand manner.
DVD / 2011 / (Grades 9-College, Adults) / 45 minutes
Will robots replace humans? Revolutionary new machines are being designed and built for the workplace of tomorrow. Along with visiting robotic labs around the world, Innovation Nation explores robot-human psychology and tests out an exo-skeleton, a robot that you can strap on and wear.
Physics is a science that describes how things work. Almost everything around us can be explained in terms of the principles of physics. With the use of practical demonstrations related to common activities, this program investigates some of the key concepts of physics. Using a drum kit we look at how sound works, how we make it, and how it gets around. We investigate electricity and electromagnetism and compare the similarities between a remote control car and a mobile phone charger. Finally, we take a look at radioactivity and discover a radioactive device that can be found in almost every family home.
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Astrophysicist Rachel Webster - a Professor at Melbourne University - reviews key aspects of our current knowledge of the Universe and other topics and concepts that excite students.
Dr Robyn Arianrhod, a writer and mathematician at Monash University takes us on a remarkable journey as she traces the connections between the development of electrodynamics by Faraday and Maxwell, and Einstein's Theory of Special Relativity. Along the way, she looks at the roles both mathematics and experimentation have played in establishing these key areas of modern physics.
Follow the Eco=Kids as they learn the history of Hydroelectric Energy and explore the process of turning the down flow of water into usable energy. Watch our explorers discover the function of the turbine and water level at the hydroelectric dam, as well as the scale of a dam construction.
Join Dr. Knowledge as he takes young viewers on a fast-paced adventure and learn about energy and electricity. Students will observe real-time demonstrations and scientific exploration in a fun and entertaining way.
Inquisitive Minds: Energy and Electricity will show what tools, appliances, factories and everything from iPods to airplanes have in common. Each needs energy to do their jobs. But, where does that energy come from? We know we can get our power from a wall outlet, but that's only the beginning. Dr. "K" and the IM team will trace the electricity from the wall through the "power grid" to its source. Students will learn how power is generated, what makes it travel through wires and learn about the path it takes to get it to where it's needed. How does it work? There's a lot to learn about Energy, come along!
Inquisitive Minds was created to help students develop a better understanding of the connections between the environment and energy and providing thought-provoking discussions that just might lead to energy conservation solutions of their own!
Dr Catherine Low discusses difficulties students have with models and concepts of light and matter. Catherine recently completed her PhD in Theoretical Particle Physics and is currently teaching senior physics in New Zealand. Catherine Bell discusses the importance of phase in understanding the behavior of waves.She is completing a PhD on Phase Microscopy and is currently teaching senior Physics.
Presenter: Dr Alex Mazzolini, Senior Lecturer in the Faculty of Engineering and Industrial Sciences at Swinburne University covers the following topics: Photonics in everyday life; Light sources; Fibre optics; Ideas for practical demonstrations.
Presenter: Joe Wolfe, Professor of Physics, University of New South Wales covers the topic Approaches to teaching Einstein's Special Theory of Relativity.
Presenter Mark Boland, an Accelerator Physicist at the Australian Synchrotron, explains the physics and operation of a synchrotron, then covers their uses in medicine, mining, forensics, manufacturing and other fields.
Newton was the most eminent figure in the scientific revolution of the 17th Century. Learn about his many contributions and become familiar with scientific laws that he established.
Learning Objectives:
1) Students will be introduced to some of Newton's most significant discoveries.
2) Laws established by Newton will be explained.
3) Students will learn about the study of physics.
The proud history of physics from Galileo to Einstein is surveyed in Part 1 of this 2-part program. Students will learn how physicists like Galileo and Isaac Newton radically changed our view of the universe in the Renaissance. And how physicists like Einstein, Curie and Bohr changed it again the the 20th century. In Part 2 students will meet some outstanding physicists working today. Included are interviews with Donald Huffman, the physicist who by serendipity discovered how to make buckyballs; Sally Ride, the physicist who was America's first woman astronaut; Don Eigler, the IBM physicist who was the first to move atoms one at a time; and more.
This is an interactive DVD. In addtion to the video program, the disc has guided questions and mastery quizzes to reinforce concepts recommended in the National Science Education Standards.
Electrostatics 3D is an interactive software program that allows students to study electrostatics in a visually spectacular fashion! Electrostatics 3D utilizes colorful two-dimensional and three-dimensional graphics to display electric potential and electric field lines for various types of charged objects. The stunning imagery brings a deeper understanding to electrostatics that has never before been achieved by other software visualization methods. In addition to displaying charges, electric field lines, and equipotential surfaces in 3D space, three-dimensional topographical mapping is also utilized providing a highly-informative perspective.
All the various types of three-dimensional graphics can be rotated in space about multiple axes for a true 3D perspective. The user is provided with a wide variety of simple to use tools that permit any desired charge configuration to be created on-screen. Simply click the desired object from the toolbar, input the chosen parameters, and position the object on-screen.
System Requirements
Windows XP/Vista/7
CD-ROM (Win, SingleUser) / (High School & College)
Comprehensive software library of physics simulations and labs covering a full year of introductory physics - Mechanics, Waves, Heat, Fluids, Optics, and Electricity & Magnetism.
Adopted by over 1800 schools, Exploration of Physics: Simulation Library Vol. I has earned the reputation of being the most comprehensive and in-depth physics simulation software package available! The 64 highly interactive stand-alone simulations and labs cover a full year of introductory physics - mechanics, waves, heat, fluids, electricity & magnetism, and optics are all given extensive treatment. The software program utilizes a simulated lab approach allowing students to perform in-depth investigations.
System Requirements
Windows XP/Vista/7
CD-ROM (Win, SingleUser) / (High School & College)
Fundamental Science Skills is a unique program that utilizes the computer as an instructional tool to its fullest extent. The program contains interactive learning modules that teach vital skills students need early-on in a physics or physical science course.
Each module presents an interactive self-guided lesson providing virtual one-on-one instruction. Topics include: measurement apparatus used in the lab, graphing skills, interpreting graphs, error analysis, understanding the process by which a scientific model is formulated, developing an intuitive sense for the magnitude of various physical quantities when powers of 10 are involved, and common student misconceptions.
The topics were selected based upon instructor input of basic skills students were in most need of improving and basic areas where students lacked understanding.
System Requirements
Windows XP/Vista/7
CD-ROM (Win, SingleUser) / (High School & College)
In a world of motion, many events simply happen too fast to be seen with the unaided eye. With the aid of high-speed cameras, physical events which normally go unnoticed come to life to produce extraordinary sights. High-speed images reveal the awe and wonder of the physical world and provide an intriguing introduction to the study of physics. Hidden by Time is a collection of numerous physical events captured with high-speed cameras for classroom study. The program is comprised of high-speed motion events as well as high-speed still images.
High-Speed Motion Events
(Approximately 30 Minutes)
Imaging of high-speed motion events was accomplished using a recently developed high-speed digital camera operating at 1000 and 2000 frames/sec; shutter speed of 0.04 milliseconds. Contained in the program are over 70 high-speed sequences involving impacts, collisions, and fluid behaviors. (For examples of events see photos.)
High-Speed Still Images
(50 Images)
Included in the collection of high-speed stills are over 20 classic images produced by Dr. Harold Edgerton, distinguished for his pioneering work in high-speed photography. Other high-speed still images were produced by Charles Miller, Massachusetts Institute of Technology; and Loren Winters, North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics.
DVD (With Teacher's Guide) / (High School & College) / 30 minutes
Allows students to "discover" and master the key concepts of: Velocity, Acceleration, Force, Momentum and Friction.
Three simulated experiments:
Inclined Plane
Free Fall
A-Machine
Students can explore motion concepts quickly and easily with or without friction.
Experiment results are displayed in:
Normal and slow motion
Data tables
Still "snapshots" at equal time intervals
Graphs of position and velocity
Physics concepts are instilled by allowing students to test hypotheses quickly in light of experimental results. Graph and data interpretation skills are sharpened simultaneously. Concept mastery is achieved further by exploring physical motion in another world - where heavier objects fall faster (Aristotelian)- as well as in the Newtonian world.
Review
"Best software of the year." - CURRICULUM PRODUCT REVIEW
Similar to Electrostatics 3D, Magnetism 3D is an interactive software program that allows students to study magnetic fields using a variety of stunning visualization methods. Magnetism 3D utilizes colorful two-dimensional and three-dimensional graphics to display magnetic field lines for current-carrying straight wires, current-carrying wire loops, solenoids, and permanent magnets.
The three-dimensional graphics can be rotated in space about multiple axes for a true 3D perspective. The user is provided with a wide variety of simple to use tools that permit any desired configuration comprised of any number of objects to be created on-screen. Simply click the desired object from the toolbar, input the chosen parameters, and position the object on-screen.
System Requirements
Windows XP/Vista/7
CD-ROM (Win, SingleUser) / (High School & College)
Physics of Sports is a collection of computer simulations that illustrate the role played by physics principles in many popular sports. Each simulation models a particular sport with the student given full control over the relevant variables, creating a highly interactive tool to perform in-depth studies.
With a high-degree of physical accuracy and versatility built into each simulation, students can explore the answer to such questions as: how is the velocity of a batted ball influenced by the mass of the bat and the contact point along the bat, how does body configuration affect the rotation of a platform diver, what is the most forgiving angle at which to shoot a basketball, or how does top-spin or back-spin affect the way a ball bounces?
Developed with the goal of capturing student interest, the program contains 12 stand-alone simulations that model physics principles from a variety of sports:
Basketball
Baseball
Gymnastics
Diving
Biking
Downhill Skiing
Race Car Driving
Weight Lifting
Vertical Jump
Hammer Throw
System Requirements
Windows XP/Vista/7
CD-ROM (Win, SingleUser) / (High School & College)