Ohm's Law - PhET Structured Investigation

Make the topic of Ohm’s Law engaging by using PhET’s digital simulations to bring Electricity. These resources are designed to help you and your class complete an in-depth inquiry-based investigation, using pedagogical approaches guided by educational research.

This resource pack includes:

1. A teacher guide with suggested activities and top tips to help you get to grips with the simulation
2. A student worksheet to guide students through the investigation
3. Slides to insert into your PowerPoint including animations from the simulation

These resources were developed as part of an Ogden Trust Senior Teacher Fellowship in collaboration with PhET.

Topic: Electricity, electric circuits
Concepts: Ohm’s Law, Voltage, Potential Difference, Current, Resistance
Age range: A Level Physics, GCSE Physics, KS3 Physics
Resource type: PhET, lesson plan, worksheet, powerpoint presentation