There are a lot of great physics help websites out there, but Unstuck Physics was built with the idea of reaching all learners by applying the concepts of Universal Design.

Our Approach: Learn, Apply, Practice

We believe that truly understanding physics comes from a clear, structured approach. Our site is organized into three distinct, interconnected sections:

  • Concepts: Here, we explain what you need to know. We break down fundamental physics ideas, definitions, and principles into easy-to-understand explanations, often with interactive visuals. This section builds your foundational knowledge.
  • Skills: This is how you apply what you’ve learned. We provide step-by-step guidance and worked examples for essential problem-solving techniques and calculations. This helps you translate theory into practical application.
  • Problems: This is where you practice and test your understanding. We offer a variety of scenarios to challenge you to apply concepts and skills independently, building your confidence and mastery.

This structured progression is designed to help learners get “unstuck” by providing targeted support at each stage of the learning process.

Designed for Accessibility

We are committed to making physics accessible to everyone. Our content is carefully crafted to be at a 5th to 7th-grade reading level. This focus on clear, straightforward language helps ensure that students, parents, and teachers can easily comprehend complex physics ideas without getting bogged down by overly technical jargon. Our goal is to remove barriers to understanding, allowing you to focus on the physics itself.

Acknowledgments

Unstuck Physics was created by James Britton, a high school physics teacher who is passionate about making physics more approachable, visual, and engaging for all students.

A special thank you goes to Kristin Britton, whose encouragement and perspective helped shape this project from the beginning. Kristin is a strong advocate for Universal Design and has been a constant source of inspiration in thinking about how to make learning more accessible and inclusive.

I am also incredibly grateful to Lauren Cook, whose support has been invaluable throughout the development of Unstuck Physics. Lauren has helped with everything from organization and brainstorming to crafting summaries and refining ideas, and her contributions have made this project significantly stronger.

Contact

If you have questions or feedback, feel free to reach out at unstuckphysics@protonmail.com.

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