Utilization of PhET Simulations in Replacing Real Laboratories for Physics Learning

Wirda Wirda; Erly Mauvizar; Silvi Puspa Widya Lubis; Syarifah Rahmiza Muzana

doi:10.37729/radiasi.v16i2.3539

Wirda Wirda Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Kesehatan Muhammadiyah Aceh, Indonesia
Erly Mauvizar Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Kesehatan Muhammadiyah Aceh, Indonesia
Silvi Puspa Widya Lubis Universitas Abulyatama, Aceh, Indonesia
Syarifah Rahmiza Muzana Universitas Abdulyatama, Aceh, Indonesia

DOI: https://doi.org/10.37729/radiasi.v16i2.3539

Keywords: PhET, Laboratory, Physics

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to find out the benefits of PhET simulation in teaching physics in schools, and to argue that PhET simulation can replace real laboratories in teaching physics in schools. This research is a qualitative research. This type of research is literature study. Articles to be reviewed are obtained from various sources, namely: Google Scholar, Scopus, Garuda portal and ERIC. The first stage of the search produced 50 articles, then the data was directed to the selection of 10 main challenging categories to be researched, 3 international journals and 7 national journals. The results of the study show that teachers can use PhET simulations as an alternative complementary solution to the unavailability of real physics laboratory equipment in schools. PhET simulations are not only a substitute for real laboratories. In its implementation, PhET simulation is able to display real practical processes clearly and easily understood. PhET Simulation improves academic achievement in the field of science, improves student performance, thinking skills and enhance students’ interaction. Changing abstract concepts into more concrete ones. The PhET simulation also has disadvantages, namely that teachers and students must provide electronic devices that have the PhET application installed; must master the use of electronic devices; require usage guidelines; does not include activities; not yet equipped with student worksheets; no instructions for use yet; and students must work independently.

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