Links for Teachers
Physics resources for Teachers
Ask the Van
Submit your question online for an age-appropriate answer by our talented undergraduates, or check out some of the more than 3000 questions we've answered so far. Request a Van show for your school or watch a webstreamed Van show (no need to download large files!).
Baseball Physics
Professor Al Nathan has created a great website devoted to the physics of America's greatest game.
Lecture Demonstration Database
The Department of Physics has in stock thousands of physics demonstrations. Browse or search.
Physics Education Research at Illinois
The Physics Education Research Group conducts ongoing research in how students learn physics. You can review our completed and ongoing research projects, register to use the course materials that have revolutionized the way introductory physics is taught at the University of Illinois, or practice on our "interactive examples."
Explore Understand Succeed—PHYSICS
Produced by the American Physical Society, this engaging brochure, aimed at middle-school and high school students, introduces ten minority physicists, including Illinois' own Nadya Mason. Students learn why studying physics is important and how they can prepare to be successful physicists. Order copies for your school by writing to Celia Elliott.
Community Outreach from Physics Illinois
The Department of Physics offers a wide range of outreach programs for audiences ranging from Brownie Scout troops to senior citizens. Explore our fascinating world with the physicists of Illinois.
Other Great Physical science Resources
Physics Central, an award-winning site sponsored by the American Physical Society
Physical Sciences Resource Center, sponsored by the American Association of Physics Teachers
Little Shop of Physics, award-winning outreach program from Colorado State University
Physics Question-of-the-Week, from the University of Maryland
The Virtual Laboratory (More than 140 on-line physics Java applets and VRML resources)
PhysLink, physics and astronomy online since 1995
Fear of Physics Fear not! Physics. Explained. Finally. Homework help, too!
The Why Files, the science behind the news
MadSci Network, the laboratory that never sleeps (but probably should)
Contemporary Physics Education Project, charts, posters, web features, and other materials
Exploratorium and Science Snacks
Office for Mathematics, Science, and Technology Education University of Illinois
Amusement Park Physics, where you can design your own roller coaster
Discussion Board on Physics and Society Sponsored by the American Physical Society