PhET

Runs computer simulations of complex scientific models

Intricate and encourages individual experimentation

Inspires Curiosity. Can pause for understanding to occur.

Manipulative Strategies

• Concrete (digital) devices demonstrating science concepts
• Students can experiment to support their thinking and learning
• Teacher demonstrates its use, while also modeling the connection to academic language
• Students have freedom to manipulate as they will

Resources

• https://phet.colorado.edu/
• Herrell, A., & Jordan, M. (2016). 50 Strategies for teaching English language learners (5th ed.). Boston, MA: Pearson Education.