Mathematica projectile-motion program with DSolve worksheets and trajectory plots¶

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Description¶

A set of Mathematica worksheets the authors used as the experimental instructional treatment. The worksheets solve the equations of motion symbolically with DSolve, substitute parameter values such as x1=350 and g=9.8, and plot trajectories for varying flight times and launch angles. The article states the program "can be experimented at home or at university", allowing students to learn and revise projectile motion at any time.

Design Implications¶

Context¶

Requirements¶

Access to the Mathematica program for individual experimentation at home or at university

Constraints¶

Target Learners¶

first-year Faculty of Science and Technology university students studying physics

Learning Goals¶

understanding projectile motion, including trajectory, range, and velocity components

Claims¶

Mathematica Program Higher Projectile Achievement [+M]

Examples¶

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Key Sources¶

Artit Hutem, Supoj Kerdmee. (2013). Physics Learning Achievement Study: Projectile, using Mathematica program of Faculty of Science and Technology Phetchabun Rajabhat University Students. European J of Physics Education, Vol.4 Issue 3. https://www.europeanjournalofphysicseducation.com

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`title`	`Mathematica projectile-motion program with DSolve worksheets and trajectory plots`
`description`	`A set of Mathematica worksheets the authors used as the experimental instructional treatment.`
`status`	`review`
`generated`	by `process:settle-candidates` on `2026-11-02`
`trust`	unverified — no one has confirmed this page's content
`sources`	1 — `artit-hutem-2013`

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