iOLab Version 2.0
First Edition ©2015 Mats Selen; Tim Stelzer
As low as $249.99
As low as $249.99
Authors
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Mats Selen
Mats Selen earned B.Sc.(82) and M.Sc.(83) degrees in physics at the University of Guelph, and M.A.(85) and Ph.D.(89) degrees in particle physics at Princeton University. After a four year post-doc at Cornell he joined the faculty at the University of Illinois Department of Physics in 1993, where he is now the Associate Head of Undergraduate Programs. After 25 years of studying elementary particles he is shifting his research focus to understanding and improving the way students learn physics. With Illinois colleagues he developed the iclicker classroom response system, the smartPhysics learning framework, and most recently IOLabs.
Mats Selen won US professor of the Year 2015. Awarded by the Council for Advancement and Support of Education and sponsored by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, the awards recognize professors for their influence on teaching and commitment to undergraduate students.
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Tim Stelzer
Tim Stelzer is an associate professor of physics, and distinguished teacher-scholar at the University of Illinois. He received a B.S in physics from St. Johns University in 1988 and a Ph.D. in theoretical particle physics from the University of Wisconsin at Madison in 1993. His particle physics research has focused on physics at hadron colliders such as the Tevatron at Fermi National Accelerator Laborarory and the LHC in Geneva Switzerland. Several of his papers are among the top cited in high energy physics.Tim worked on the award winning transformation of the introductory physics courses at the University of Illinois and is a founding member of their Physics Education Research group. His education research has focused on making appropriate use of technology to improve student learning. He is a co-inventor of the iclicker personal response system and is coauthor of the "smartPhysics" learning system. Tim is a regular on the University’s "Incomplete List of Teachers Ranked Excellent by Their Students," and received the 2013 Excellence in Education Award from the American Physical Society .
Table of Contents
The iOLab device comes with an accessory pack that includes the below components:
- two pieces of adhesive felt
- eye bolt with M3 threading
- flat metal plate with M3 threading
- spring attached to screw with M3 threading
- spring
This Accessory pack can also be purchased separately under "Study Extras"
The iOLab Accessory Pack for Electricity and Magnetism is a small accessory pack for electricity and magnetism experiments It contains the components in the table below.
Item Name (Quantity)
- 1 ohm 1/4 watt 5% axial resistor (6)
- 100 ohm 1/4 watt 5% axial resistor (2)
- 1k ohm 1/4 watt 5% axial resistor (2)
- 2k ohm 1/4 watt 5% axial resistor (2)
- 4.7k ohm 1/4 watt 5% axial resistor (2)
- 10k ohm 1/4 watt 5% axial resistor (2)
- 56uf 25V 20% radial electrolytic capacitor (2)
- 22uf 25V 20% radial electrolytic capacitor (2)
- 220uf 25V 20% radial electrolytic capacitor (2)
- Red LED, Radial (1)
- Green LED, Radial (1)
- Diode, silicon, axial (4)
- Wire w/ Alligator Clips (10)
- 22 AWG Magnet Wire (6 Feet)
- Polarizing Sheets (7cm x 7cm) (2)
- Small Magnet with Hook (1)
- Small Prototype Breadboard (1)
Product Updates
iOLab Product Update: New iOLab Web Software Now Available
We’re excited to announce major updates to the iOLab experience, making it more accessible, flexible, and user-friendly than ever before.
New iOLab Web Software
- Now app-based and compatible with Chromebooks and other device types
- Expanded accessibility features to support diverse student needs
- Streamlined interface for smoother lab execution and real-time data analysis
iOLab Web Library
- Centralized resource hub with tutorials, how-to guides, and technical information
- Designed to support both new and experienced iOLab users
- Regularly updated with best practices and troubleshooting tips
Achieve for iOLab Integration
- Use iOLab with your own content or with new Achieve for iOLab, which includes access to premade, customizable lab activities for Physics 1 and 2 topics
- Includes Prelab, In-lab, and Postlab assignments for flexible, customizable, gradable options
- Full support from Macmillan’s Achieve team
Authors
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Mats Selen
Mats Selen earned B.Sc.(82) and M.Sc.(83) degrees in physics at the University of Guelph, and M.A.(85) and Ph.D.(89) degrees in particle physics at Princeton University. After a four year post-doc at Cornell he joined the faculty at the University of Illinois Department of Physics in 1993, where he is now the Associate Head of Undergraduate Programs. After 25 years of studying elementary particles he is shifting his research focus to understanding and improving the way students learn physics. With Illinois colleagues he developed the iclicker classroom response system, the smartPhysics learning framework, and most recently IOLabs.
Mats Selen won US professor of the Year 2015. Awarded by the Council for Advancement and Support of Education and sponsored by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, the awards recognize professors for their influence on teaching and commitment to undergraduate students.
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Tim Stelzer
Tim Stelzer is an associate professor of physics, and distinguished teacher-scholar at the University of Illinois. He received a B.S in physics from St. Johns University in 1988 and a Ph.D. in theoretical particle physics from the University of Wisconsin at Madison in 1993. His particle physics research has focused on physics at hadron colliders such as the Tevatron at Fermi National Accelerator Laborarory and the LHC in Geneva Switzerland. Several of his papers are among the top cited in high energy physics.Tim worked on the award winning transformation of the introductory physics courses at the University of Illinois and is a founding member of their Physics Education Research group. His education research has focused on making appropriate use of technology to improve student learning. He is a co-inventor of the iclicker personal response system and is coauthor of the "smartPhysics" learning system. Tim is a regular on the University’s "Incomplete List of Teachers Ranked Excellent by Their Students," and received the 2013 Excellence in Education Award from the American Physical Society .
Table of Contents
The iOLab device comes with an accessory pack that includes the below components:
- two pieces of adhesive felt
- eye bolt with M3 threading
- flat metal plate with M3 threading
- spring attached to screw with M3 threading
- spring
This Accessory pack can also be purchased separately under "Study Extras"
The iOLab Accessory Pack for Electricity and Magnetism is a small accessory pack for electricity and magnetism experiments It contains the components in the table below.
Item Name (Quantity)
- 1 ohm 1/4 watt 5% axial resistor (6)
- 100 ohm 1/4 watt 5% axial resistor (2)
- 1k ohm 1/4 watt 5% axial resistor (2)
- 2k ohm 1/4 watt 5% axial resistor (2)
- 4.7k ohm 1/4 watt 5% axial resistor (2)
- 10k ohm 1/4 watt 5% axial resistor (2)
- 56uf 25V 20% radial electrolytic capacitor (2)
- 22uf 25V 20% radial electrolytic capacitor (2)
- 220uf 25V 20% radial electrolytic capacitor (2)
- Red LED, Radial (1)
- Green LED, Radial (1)
- Diode, silicon, axial (4)
- Wire w/ Alligator Clips (10)
- 22 AWG Magnet Wire (6 Feet)
- Polarizing Sheets (7cm x 7cm) (2)
- Small Magnet with Hook (1)
- Small Prototype Breadboard (1)
Product Updates
iOLab Product Update: New iOLab Web Software Now Available
We’re excited to announce major updates to the iOLab experience, making it more accessible, flexible, and user-friendly than ever before.
New iOLab Web Software
- Now app-based and compatible with Chromebooks and other device types
- Expanded accessibility features to support diverse student needs
- Streamlined interface for smoother lab execution and real-time data analysis
iOLab Web Library
- Centralized resource hub with tutorials, how-to guides, and technical information
- Designed to support both new and experienced iOLab users
- Regularly updated with best practices and troubleshooting tips
Achieve for iOLab Integration
- Use iOLab with your own content or with new Achieve for iOLab, which includes access to premade, customizable lab activities for Physics 1 and 2 topics
- Includes Prelab, In-lab, and Postlab assignments for flexible, customizable, gradable options
- Full support from Macmillan’s Achieve team
Powerful Tools, Seamless Labs, and Real-Time Data Analysis with iOLab, the Physics Lab that Fits Right in Your Hand.
iOLab + Achieve: Portable, Powerful, and Flexible Physics Labs
iOLab is a handheld, wireless data-gathering device that brings physics to life—letting students collect, graph, and analyze data in real time from virtually anywhere. Whether in a lab, classroom, dorm room, or basement, iOLab’s portability and intuitive design give students hands-on experience with the core concepts of physics.
Instructors can create their own custom experiments or take advantage of Achieve for iOLab, a flexible, ready-to-use solution that integrates seamlessly with the iOLab Web software. Achieve offers a library of premade, customizable lab activities, including gradable Prelabs, guided in-lab activities, and flexible Postlabs—all designed to support student readiness and streamline instruction.
Together, iOLab and Achieve deliver a scalable, accessible lab experience that fits any teaching environment. The combination supports real-time exploration and analysis, deeper engagement, and complete instructional control—without increasing instructor workload.
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Are you a campus bookstore looking for ordering information?
MPS Order Search Tool (MOST) is a web-based purchase order tracking program that allows customers to view and track their purchases. No registration or special codes needed! Just enter your BILL-TO ACCT # and your ZIP CODE to track orders.
Canadian Stores: Please use only the first five digits/letters in your zip code on MOST.
Visit MOST, our online ordering system for booksellers: https://tracking.mpsvirginia.com/Login.aspx
Learn more about our Bookstore programs here: https://www.macmillanlearning.com/college/us/contact-us/booksellers
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Our courses currently integrate with Canvas, Blackboard (Learn and Ultra), Brightspace, D2L, and Moodle. Click on the support documentation below to find out more details about the integration with each LMS.
Integrate Macmillan courses with Blackboard
Integrate Macmillan courses with Canvas
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If you’re a verified instructor, you can request a free sample of our courseware, e-book, or print textbook to consider for use in your courses. Only registered and verified instructors can receive free print and digital samples, and they should not be sold to bookstores or book resellers. If you don't yet have an existing account with Macmillan Learning, it can take up to two business days to verify your status as an instructor. You can request a free sample from the right side of this product page by clicking on the "Request Instructor Sample" button or by contacting your rep. Learn more.
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Sometimes also referred to as a spiral-bound or binder-ready textbook, loose-leaf textbooks are available to purchase. This three-hole punched, unbound version of the book costs less than a hardcover or paperback book.
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We can help! Contact your representative to discuss your specific needs for your course. If our off-the-shelf course materials don’t quite hit the mark, we also offer custom solutions made to fit your needs.
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iOLab Version 2.0
iOLab + Achieve: Portable, Powerful, and Flexible Physics Labs
iOLab is a handheld, wireless data-gathering device that brings physics to life—letting students collect, graph, and analyze data in real time from virtually anywhere. Whether in a lab, classroom, dorm room, or basement, iOLab’s portability and intuitive design give students hands-on experience with the core concepts of physics.
Instructors can create their own custom experiments or take advantage of Achieve for iOLab, a flexible, ready-to-use solution that integrates seamlessly with the iOLab Web software. Achieve offers a library of premade, customizable lab activities, including gradable Prelabs, guided in-lab activities, and flexible Postlabs—all designed to support student readiness and streamline instruction.
Together, iOLab and Achieve deliver a scalable, accessible lab experience that fits any teaching environment. The combination supports real-time exploration and analysis, deeper engagement, and complete instructional control—without increasing instructor workload.
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