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You can lecture about subjects such as rays or electromagnetic fields for an entire class period and still encounter a sea of blank faces-but back it up with an on-screen simulation and something just clicks. Writing your own simulations, however, holds less appeal. After all, who has time? For introductory physics teachers, PhysWiz may be the answer- and that's because it already has the answers! This collection of simulations provides complete coverage of physics fundamentals through its use of prepared labs, student worksheets, and activities. Answers are available, so students can check their own progress. All the demonstrations have been extensively classroom tested and have proven to actively engage students in the learning process-especially those struggling with a particular concept. The software sets students up for success by proceeding in easy-to-swallow increments. PhysWiz contains 37 distinct programs that can be accessed independently. Each covers a different concept and comes with detailed written instructions. Topics include velocity, one-dimensional motion, vectors, projectile motion,free-body diagrams, mechanical energy, nonconservative forces, pendulums, momentum and collisions, torque, buoyant forces, calorimetry, electrostatic fields, cathode ray tubes, resistors, circuits, Lenz's law, Snell's law, mirrors and thin lenses, double slit interference, the Bohr atom, and the concept of half-life. 70 pp. Systems Requirements:
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