Curated OER
Quantum Physics
Students discuss the mass-energy relationship based on Einstein's work. They calculate the energy released in various scenerios and sketch diagrams for the Lyman, Balmer and Pfund Series. In groups, they discuss the role of photons and...
PBS
Pbs Nova: Relativity and the Cosmos
This well-written explanation of relativity includes animations and pictures which may be helpful in understanding a tough topic.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Einstein: How Smart Was He?
This essay from the NOVA Web site explores the impact Einstein made on physics and most everything we know about the cosmos.
Friesian School
Proceedings of the Friesian School/the Quantacized Atom
A very lengthy page from friesian.com discussing Bohr's theory of electronic energy levels and the explanation of commonly observed atomic emission line spectra. The concept of a photon and Einstein's observation of the photoelectric...
US National Archives
Docsteach: Guess Who?: Analyzing Einstein's Citizenship Application
Students will examine and interpret information from a Declaration of Intention document to discover the individual applying for citizenship in the United States - Albert Einstein.
Other
Fear of Physics: Albert Einstein's Theory of Relativity
Fear of Physics uses animations and simple language to teach the theory of relativity.