About Dr. Rathankar Rao
Educator, Physicist & Creator
My journey began not with a business plan, but with a simple observation in the classroom: so many bright, curious students were hitting the same walls in physics.
They weren’t struggling because the concepts were too hard, but because of common, predictable misconceptions. I realized my true calling wasn’t just to teach, but to build a system that could proactively find and fix these hurdles at scale.
What started as creating a few videos to help my own students has grown into a mission-driven ecosystem of over 2,200 lessons and interactive tools, all dedicated to one goal: making a deep and intuitive understanding of science available to anyone, anywhere.
# My Educational Resources
My passion for making science accessible extends beyond the classroom. These projects are living labs where I explore new ways to teach, experiment with technology, and share my knowledge with a broader audience. Each represents a core aspect of my professional work.
# Recent Blog
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“Human vs. Bot Thinker”: A New AI Tool for Educators
App Development I’ve always been fascinated by the intersection of artificial intelligence and education. While AI can provide facts instantly, can it truly teach? This question led me to my latest project. I’m excited to announce the Human vs. Bot Thinker, a simple web application I designed to explore this very idea. The tool takes…
Professional
25+ Years
2200 + Youtube Videos
2000 + Students
3 Websites
Professional
Leveraging my experience as an IBDP Physics educator, I craft learning experiences that build deep conceptual intuition and proactively address common student misconceptions.
Targeted Resources
I create clear, concise, and exam-focused educational materials specifically for the IB Physics curriculum. My resources are designed to build student confidence and provide a clear pathway to academic success.
Interactive Simulations
I design and code interactive simulations from the ground up, transforming abstract scientific principles into tangible, explorable digital experiences for students and enthusiasts
Interdisciplinary Interests
My passion lies in exploring the boundaries between disciplines. I lead projects that integrate physics with coding, data analysis, and mathematics, fostering a holistic and modern approach to scientific inquiry.
# Student Reviews
My greatest reward as an educator is witnessing my students’ growth and success. Their curiosity and dedication are a constant source of inspiration. Here is what some of them have shared about their learning journey.
Though I had a lot of difficulties with physics, he patiently helped me throughout my IBDP journey. His passion for physics makes his teaching interesting and easy to understand, even for difficult concepts. Thanks to his support,
Rajveer, 2023 Batch
Student at NMIMS
Rathankar Sir has been an exceptional IBDP Physics teacher. His teaching is highly practical, making complex concepts easy to understand. What stands out most is the special interest he takes in each student, ensuring everyone grasps the material. His ability to connect theory with real-world applications has made learning physics both engaging and meaningful. I’m grateful for his guidance and support.:
Vihaan, 2024 Batch
Student at University of Cincinnatti
Dr.Rathankar played a pivotal role in my success in IB Physics. The depth of his knowledge aids him to simplify the most complex topics allowing students to apply their learnings accurately. His unwavering dedication to each student was reflected by his constant support, insightful explanations, improvements in IA style and more. His patience and encouragement created a supportive learning environment which boosts his students’ performance.
Nayya Shah, 2023 bATCH
Student at Parul University