Free Online High School Physics Resources

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SUMMARY

This discussion focuses on free online resources for high school physics, specifically for an 8th grader eager to begin studying the subject. Key recommendations include using HyperPhysics for foundational concepts and signing up for Khan Academy for structured learning. The user has a solid background in precalculus, which supports their readiness to tackle physics topics. The community emphasizes the importance of accessible online materials due to limitations in physical resources.

PREREQUISITES
  • Basic understanding of precalculus concepts
  • Familiarity with online learning platforms
  • Interest in physics principles and applications
  • Ability to navigate educational websites
NEXT STEPS
  • Explore HyperPhysics for detailed physics explanations and diagrams
  • Sign up for Khan Academy to access structured physics courses
  • Research additional online resources like MIT OpenCourseWare for advanced topics
  • Join online forums or study groups focused on high school physics
USEFUL FOR

This discussion is beneficial for students, particularly middle and high school learners, who are seeking free resources to study physics independently. It is also useful for educators looking for supplemental materials to recommend to students.

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Hi, I'm an 8th grader (also called 2nd year hs here) who's really enthusiastic about physics. This is my first post, so I hope you're okay with me making some mistakes (I've been reading stuff on this forum for a while now, though). Physics is still 2 years ahead, and I've tried waiting but I really want to start studying physics. I've learned a lot of 4th year (gr. 10) math off of a precalculus textbook I got sometime ago, and I looked at my school's currriculum, so I think I know enough math to start. My mom won't let me buy new books because of various reasons, my school library's science books are very dated and public libraries here aren't much, so online resources are probably my best option right now. Does anyone here have any recommendations or suggestions? Thanks.
 
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