myPhysicsLab
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Open Source Physics
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VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | myPhysicsLab | Open Source Physics |
|---|---|---|
| 3D visuals | No | Yes |
| Audience | The simulations include explanations of their underlying mathematics and the site describes the project as an online science museum effort. | OSP describes its project as a group of physicists and educators providing computer-based curricular resources for students. |
| Authoring tools | Yes | Yes |
| Data export | Yes | Yes |
| Delivery mode | hybrid | hybrid |
| Founded | 2001 | 2002 |
| Lesson library | Yes | Yes |
| License | The software is open source under the Apache 2.0 License, and its source code is available on GitHub. | OSP source and compiled code may be used under GNU GPL version 2 or any later version; associated curricular narratives may have separate copyrights or licenses. |
| Offline access | Yes | Yes |
| Purpose | myPhysicsLab provides interactive, real-time animated physics simulations that users can change by dragging objects and adjusting parameters. | The OSP Collection provides curriculum resources that engage students in physics, computation, and computer modeling. |
| Support | The author identifies himself as Erik Neumann and provides an email address on the home page; no support plan is listed there. | OSP directs users to its feedback form or [email protected] for staff contact, and lists a technical questions discussion link. |
myPhysicsLab plans
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Open Source Physics plans
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Pick myPhysicsLab if…
It suits learners and educators exploring physics concepts, as well as developers who want to customize interactive simulations. Users can also download versions for offline viewing.
Pick Open Source Physics if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.