Curated OER
Fun Physics You Can See
Fascinating aspects of electromagnetic radiation and its use in obtaining and transferring information are described here. Learners will find the connections to current technology interesting. Although the slides are text-heavy, they do...
Curated OER
Pseudo-Holograms
Students recognize the effects of atmospheric perspective. They comprehend how human eyes perceive depth. Students create a multi-paneled drawing that shows depth and appears much like a hologram. They are told how holograms work.
Georgia State University
Georgia State University: Hyper Physics: Holography
A definition and explanation of holography. Explains the process of making holograms and discusses the history and properties of holograms.
University of New South Wales (Australia)
University of New South Wales: School of Physics: Physclips: Diffraction
Physiclips thoroughly presents the concept of diffraction with animations and film clips.
Boston University
Optics Demonstrations: Holograms
A short description of a demonstration involving a hologram. Suitable as a supplement for a teacher lesson plan or as an idea-generator for a student project.