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Open Educational Resources

Open Simulations

What are open simulations?

An open simulation is a computer-based simulation that is built upon open source software and open standards.

Source: IGI Global

Why are open simulations useful in education?

They provide interactive content for teaching and learning, including games, virtual labs, tutorials, and datasets.

Open Simulation Platforms

                                         

PhET

The PhET Interactive Simulations project provides free, interactive math and science simulations.  PhET sims engage students through an intuitive, game-like environment where students learn through exploration and discovery.

ChemCollective

The ChemCollective is a collection of virtual labs, scenario-based learning activities, tutorials, and concept tests.  Teachers can use the content for pre-labs, alternatives to textbook work, and for in-class activities for individuals or teams.

National Science Digital Library

NSDL contains resources for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education.

Open Data - Government of Canada

Search open data that is relevant to Canadians, learn how to work with datasets, and see what people have done with open data across the country.

Terms of Use

Unless otherwise noted, MHC's OER website is licensed under a  Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License.