Online Physics Experiment

• Main Author: Abu Hassan, Safwan
• Format: Final Year Project
• Language: English
• Published: Universiti teknologi petronas 2008
• Subjects: ZA Information resources
• Online Access: http://utpedia.utp.edu.my/9960/1/2008%20-%20Online%20Physics%20Experiment.pdf; http://utpedia.utp.edu.my/9960/

The current implementation of traditional hands-on laboratory work is limited by the physical constraints of both time and space. Besides that, other concerns such as inadequate equipment and safety hazard of laboratory work are also deterring the effectiveness ofthe experiments. An online experiment is aimed to provide analternative approach in implementing laboratory experiments where students can participate interactively and experience physics theories just as they would be taught by textbooks, lectures and labs. Besides that, this project will also lift the limitations faced by the traditional laboratory work. The targeted user for this project ranges from high school students up to university students taking introductory physics courses. The experiment contents were constructed based on basic and simple physics experiment and activities that will provide users with the understanding of the physics concept being taught. Meanwhile, the development ofthe online laboratory is using Adobe Flash and the World Wide Web technology as the platform. A learning theory is followed in order to ensure meaningful learning process takes place. Usability aspect of the system is also given priority in order to develop a user-friendly environment. ADDIE development methodology was followed inthe development ofthe whole system that ensures effective learning process takes place by giving learners what they need. By integrating an excellent pedagogical concept, proven methodologies, interactive multimedia application and web technology, the online physics experiment provides a whole new level of education.