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Fu Kwun-Hwang; Fremont Teng; lookang

Briefing Document: Oscillator 3D JavaScript Simulation Applet HTML5

1. Overview:

This document details a JavaScript-based, interactive simulation applet designed to visualize a 3D oscillator. It's part of the Open Educational Resources (OER) / Open Source Physics (OSP) project based in Singapore. The applet is intended as a resource for learning and teaching physics, specifically within the area of Motion and Forces (Dynamics).

2. Key Features and Functionality:

• 3D Visualization: The primary function is to provide a 3-dimensional representation of an oscillator.
• Interactive Elements: Users can interact with the simulation through:
• Tabbed Panels and Sliders: "By selecting the respective tabs, it will allocate their respective sliders." This allows for adjusting parameters of the oscillator.
• Play/Pause and Reset Buttons: Standard controls for managing the simulation's progress.
• Fullscreen Toggling: "Double tap anywhere on the panel to toggle full screen."
• Embeddable: The simulation can be embedded within other webpages using an <iframe> tag.
• <iframe width="100%" height="100%" src="https://iwant2study.org/lookangejss/01_measurement/ejss_model_osc3d/osc3d_Simulation.xhtml " frameborder="0"></iframe>

3. Educational Purpose:

• Sample Learning Goals: While the specific learning goals are not explicitly listed in the provided excerpt ("[texthttps://www.um.es/fem/EjsWiki/Main/EJSLicense and contact fem@um.es directly."

8. Intended Audience:

• The primary audience is likely physics students and teachers in Singapore, but the resource is openly available and can be used by anyone with an interest in learning about oscillators.

9. Possible Improvements/Further Information:

• The missing "[text]" placeholders in the "Sample Learning Goals," "For Teachers," and "Video" sections represent opportunities to expand the documentation and enhance the resource's usability.
• Information on the specific parameters that can be controlled within the simulation would be beneficial.
• Examples of how the simulation can be used in different pedagogical contexts (e.g., inquiry-based learning, demonstrations) would add value.

Oscillator 3D Simulation Study Guide

I. Key Concepts and Components

• Oscillator: A system that exhibits periodic motion, repeating a pattern over time.
• 3D Simulation: A computational model presented in three dimensions, allowing for visualization of spatial relationships.
• JavaScript/HTML5 Applet: An interactive program built using JavaScript and HTML5 technologies, designed to run within a web browser.
• Open Educational Resource (OER): Freely accessible and openly licensed educational materials.
• Open Source Physics (OSP): A project promoting the use of open-source tools and resources in physics education.
• Sliders: Interactive elements that allow users to change input values in the simulation.
• Toggling Fullscreen: Expanding the simulation to occupy the entire screen for better visibility.
• Play/Pause/Reset Buttons: Controls for managing the simulation's execution.

II. Quiz

Answer the following questions in 2-3 sentences each.

1. What is the primary function of the Oscillator 3D JavaScript Simulation Applet?
2. What does it mean for the resource to be an "Open Educational Resource"?
3. Name three interactive elements commonly found in this type of simulation applet.
4. What programming languages are used to build this simulation applet?
5. How can a user change the input values within the simulation?
6. Besides oscillators, name three other physics concepts simulated on the Open Source Physics Singapore website.
7. Who are the credited creators of the Oscillator 3D JavaScript Simulation Applet HTML5?
8. What is the purpose of having "Play/Pause" buttons in the simulation?
9. What does it mean to "toggle fullscreen" in the context of the simulation?
10. How does the resource facilitate the study of oscillations?

III. Quiz Answer Key

1. The Oscillator 3D JavaScript Simulation Applet allows users to visualize and interact with a model of an oscillator in three dimensions. This interactive simulation can help users understand the underlying physics concepts behind oscillatory motion.
2. Being an "Open Educational Resource" means the simulation and associated materials are freely available for anyone to use, adapt, and share, often under a Creative Commons license. This promotes accessibility and collaboration in education.
3. Three interactive elements commonly found in this type of simulation applet are sliders for adjusting parameters, play/pause buttons for controlling the simulation, and a reset button to return to the initial state.
4. This simulation applet is built using JavaScript and HTML5. JavaScript provides the interactivity and logic, while HTML5 provides the structure and display elements.
5. A user can change the input values within the simulation by using the sliders that are linked to the simulation's parameters. Moving the slider adjusts the parameter, which in turn influences the simulation's behavior.
6. Besides oscillators, the Open Source Physics Singapore website offers simulations on various concepts including electromagnetism (e.g. Magnetic fields), wave phenomena (e.g. Ripple Tank), and mechanics (e.g. Projectile Motion).
7. The credited creators of the Oscillator 3D JavaScript Simulation Applet HTML5 are Fu Kwun-Hwang, Fremont Teng, and lookang.
8. The "Play/Pause" buttons allow users to start, stop, and resume the simulation at will. This lets the user carefully observe and analyze the behavior of the oscillator model at different points in time.
9. "Toggling fullscreen" refers to expanding the simulation window to fill the entire computer screen. This provides a larger and more immersive viewing experience, improving visibility and focus on the simulation.
10. The applet provides a way to visually demonstrate the behavior of an oscillator. The controls allow users to adjust variables and note the response of the simulated system.

IV. Essay Questions

1. Discuss the benefits of using interactive simulations, like the Oscillator 3D JavaScript Simulation Applet, in physics education compared to traditional teaching methods.
2. Analyze the role of Open Educational Resources and Open Source Physics initiatives in promoting accessible and collaborative science education.
3. How could the Oscillator 3D JavaScript Simulation Applet be used to explore the concepts of damping, resonance, and forced oscillations? What specific features would you utilize?
4. Describe how the user interface and interactive elements of the Oscillator 3D JavaScript Simulation Applet contribute to its effectiveness as a learning tool. Consider aspects like usability, clarity, and engagement.
5. Based on the list of related resources provided, discuss the breadth and depth of physics topics covered by Open Educational Resources / Open Source Physics @ Singapore. Provide specific examples to support your points.

V. Glossary of Key Terms

• Applet: A small application designed to perform a specific task, often running within a web browser.
• Damping: The dissipation of energy from an oscillating system, causing the amplitude of oscillations to decrease over time.
• Dynamics: The branch of mechanics concerned with the forces that cause motion and changes in motion.
• HTML5: The latest version of HyperText Markup Language, used for structuring and presenting content on the web.
• JavaScript: A programming language commonly used to add interactivity to websites.
• Kinematics: The branch of mechanics concerned with the motion of objects without reference to the forces that cause the motion.
• OER (Open Educational Resource): Teaching, learning, and research materials that reside in the public domain or have been released under an open license.
• Oscillation: A repetitive variation, typically in time, of some measure about a central value or between two or more different states.
• Resonance: The tendency of a system to oscillate with greater amplitude at specific frequencies.
• Simulation: A computer-based model of a real-world system or process, used to study its behavior.

Sample Learning Goals

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For Teachers

Oscillator 3D JavaScript Simulation Applet HTML5

Instructions to Using Simulation Applet

Tabbed Panel and Sliders

 

 

 

Toggling Fullscreen

Play/Pause and Reset Buttons

Research

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Video

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Other Resources

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FAQ

• What is the Oscillator 3D JavaScript Simulation Applet HTML5?
• It is an interactive simulation model designed for educational purposes, specifically for learning about oscillators in a 3D environment. It allows users to visualize and manipulate parameters related to oscillatory motion.
• Where can I access the Oscillator 3D JavaScript Simulation Applet HTML5?
• The applet can be accessed and embedded in webpages using an iframe code snippet, which is provided within the resource.
• Who created the Oscillator 3D JavaScript Simulation Applet HTML5?
• The applet was created by Fu Kwun-Hwang, Fremont Teng, and lookang.
• What are some of the features of the Oscillator 3D JavaScript Simulation Applet HTML5?
• The simulation applet includes tabbed panels and sliders to control various parameters. It also features Play/Pause and Reset buttons for controlling the simulation. It also offers a togglable Fullscreen view.
• What are some other resources available from Open Educational Resources / Open Source Physics @ Singapore?
• The site hosts a wide variety of interactive physics simulations, including those related to magnetism (bar magnets, magnetic fields), mechanics (collisions, projectile motion, freefall), optics (refraction, lenses, mirrors), waves (electromagnetic waves, sound waves, ripple tank), electricity and circuits, and more. It also includes simulations for mathematics, chemistry, and biology.
• Are these simulations available on different devices?
• Yes, the simulations are compatible with various platforms, including Windows, MacOSX, Linux, Chromebook Laptops, and Android/iOS devices, including smartphones and tablets.
• Is the content on the Open Educational Resources / Open Source Physics @ Singapore website free to use?
• The contents are licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0 Singapore License. For commercial use of the EasyJavaScriptSimulations Library, you must read the license and contact fem@um.es directly.
• Besides simulations, what other resources does the website offer?
• The website includes inquiry-based activities, virtual labs, assessment tools, and links to learning analytics and educational research projects. It also references workshops, conferences, and sharing sessions related to the use of open-source physics simulations in education.