Interactive Animations in the Physics Laboratory

Abstract

In a previous paper we analyzed the role that interactive animations might play in the comprehension - memorization - appropriation sequence of a given study item. In the following, we present several animations not related to theoretical aspects, but to the previous preparation of laboratory exercises. We concluded that it is possible to develop simple animations, as an auxiliary teaching material, using commercial software without need of mastering any programming language. The animation motor of the .swf animations is incorporated in any web navigator. This format is also compatible with the more recent versions of Power Point.