What's included
16 pre-recorded lessons
16 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1-2 hours per week. Students will be assigned various activities and assignments throughout the course. These assignments will include online simulations, presentations, worksheets and projects.Assessment
Students will be assessed through performance and written assessments throughout the course along with activities, experiments and simulations.Progress Report
Final report cards, grades, and/or certificates of completion will be provided upon request.Class Experience
Beginner - Advanced Level
This course will cover the NGSS 4th Grade Science Standards in a hands-on and engaging way! Problem-based learning will drive student inquiry throughout this course through engaging labs, discussions, virtual simulations, and videos. Students will have multiple performance assessments throughout the course in order to assess their understanding in addition to problem-based learning projects and experiments. Due to the fact that this is a self-paced course, students who are already taking 4th grade science can enroll for additional support and practice. Homeschooled students can enroll for a complete 4th grade science curriculum. Videos will be uploaded weekly along with practice assignments, labs, homework, and additional resources. Students will use the Outschool classroom to access all materials and homework.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)4 Units
16 Lessons
over 16 WeeksUnit 1: Energy
Lesson 1:
Introduction to Energy
1. Define forms of energy.
2. Classify examples of different forms of energy.
2. Describe the amount of energy an object has compared to an object that possesses the same kind of energy.
3. Compare and contrast energy and matter.
4. Describe how energy interacts with matter.
1 assignment
Lesson 2:
Energy Transfer
1. Observe the transfer of energy between objects or from place to place.
2. Discuss the movement of energy during energy transfer.
3. Apply conservation of energy to energy transfer.
1 assignment
Lesson 3:
Energy Transformation
1. Discuss energy transformation.
2. Make observations and explain how energy transforms from one form to another in different scenarios.
3. Build, test and improve a device that converts one form of energy into another.
1 assignment
Lesson 4:
Energy and Collisions
1. Observe a change in energy of objects during a collision.
2. Explain energy transfer and transformation during collisions.
3. Apply the Law of Conservation of Energy to collisions.
4. Relate changes in objects’ energy to changes in objects’ speeds during a collision.
5. Design, build and test a device that absorbs the kinetic energy of a moving object during a collision.
2 assignments
Other Details
Supply List
Unit supply lists will be sent out each month.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Teacher expertise and credentials
10 teachers have teaching certificates
Colorado Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Indiana Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Virginia Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Indiana Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Indiana Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
New York Teaching Certificate in Special Education
Maryland Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Oregon Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
Washington Teaching Certificate in Mathematics
Illinois Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
California Teaching Certificate
9 teachers have a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Education from Lesley University
Master's Degree in Science from Montana State University
Master's Degree in Education from George Mason University
Master's Degree in Education from University of West Florida
Master's Degree in Education from American College of Education
Master's Degree in Education from Fordham University
Master's Degree in Education from Western Oregon University
Master's Degree in Education from Western Governors University
Master's Degree in Education from Western Illinois University
8 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Elizabethtown College
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Rochester Institute of Technology
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Eastern Washington University
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Eastern Washington University
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Eastern Washington University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Indiana State University
Bachelor's Degree in Science from University of Pittsburgh
Bachelor's Degree in Science from University of Arizona
Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics from Western Washington University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Western Illinois University
Welcome to Seed and Stem Learning Center by Bailey Nelson and Kenneth Kirk!
As a prior public school teacher, Bailey experienced the positive difference that scientific inquiry can have on students. Kenneth, who received his Bachelor's of Business Degree in Economics, found a passion in educating young students the improtance of financial literacy and business education. Bailey and Ken used this inspiration to create a program that allows students to connect across the globe through quality and inclusive education.
Although students take classes virtually, they will be inspired through hands-on and real-world applications and problems. Through our engaging courses, students will develop (or enhance) their love of all subjects by connecting to real-life applications and problems.
Teachers and tutors are all vetted through a rigorous process that focuses on scientific inquiry, problem-based learning, and hands-on pedagogy. Teachers come from a variety of backgrounds including education, economics, engineering, and computer science.
Course Policies:
*Students must provide a camera check at the beginning of class to ensure safety for all learners unless verified by Outschool.
*Ongoing classes are charged on a weekly basis. Prorated refunds based on days attended during the week will not be provided. All class recordings and materials are provided if your learner misses class.
*The Outschool classroom is for learner communication. If you would like to contact the teacher of your learner, please use the teacher communication tab.
*To hold a spot for charter school payments please message us and we will reserve a spot*
*We strive to answer all messages within 24 hours. If you have not received a response after this time frame, please feel free to reach out again as the message may have not been delivered or read.*
Meet our Teachers!
Amanda Mucci (Math and Science): https://outschool.com/parents/0870bc04-1efa-4e7e-aa45-e7a5e411e562
Amanda Zanzano (1st-3rd Grade): https://outschool.com/parents/ad460e07-5dab-4a70-ac1c-703c8fc969d0
Angela Papandrea (Middle School Math): https://outschool.com/parents/be1ff2fc-5446-4b73-8a1a-556e7837b546
Emily Lindberg (Middle and High School Social Sciences/ELA): https://outschool.com/parents/c59b42eb-914e-4008-92c0-15ed361e29b9
Giorgia Solomon (Middle School Math and Science): https://outschool.com/parents/5364e846-89b6-4b73-bd3f-11dfeb5649a9
Jillian Estes (Upper Elementary): https://outschool.com/parents/b8bb4c25-5a8a-4a1d-a5b2-4a0e2db6ff3b
Jonathan Stone (Middle/High School Math): https://outschool.com/parents/d099956e-6648-44bd-887c-1e260758b1b1
Kimberly Terry (Lower Elementary): https://outschool.com/parents/7647f6e1-8887-4b4d-8862-c7e8a0e8fc2e
Melanie Valenciana (Middle/High School Math and Science): https://outschool.com/parents/26870660-9a81-4d23-af7d-c584b6e4ba28
Miranda Barker (Elementary/Middle School Science): https://outschool.com/parents/46101ec4-156a-4bc7-be3f-c7386930dd3b
Rachel Walters (Substitute): https://outschool.com/parents/2de4ef50-d8c1-4423-a025-fc8d50c0af2a
Sarah Herrera (Middle/High School Math and Science): https://outschool.com/parents/2acb43e1-169f-45c2-a155-455728f41f3b
Sarah Neidigh (Elementary/Middle School): https://outschool.com/parents/5b14d71e-cb65-4660-8845-46fb52528275
Steph Quinones (Middle/High School School Math/Science/ELA): https://outschool.com/parents/685b2368-4544-4dbb-ab9d-34e353c9645a
Theresa Norris (Upper Elementary): https://outschool.com/parents/98fd235f-2800-498e-a114-7fb009d47715
Victoria Larsen (Upper Elementary): https://outschool.com/parents/891e03fe-93f6-40b3-980a-b6f7e72a3eb8
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Self-Paced Class
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