Elementary Full Curriculum Science for Grade 4 - 5, Part 2
Susan Laforet, M.Ed Curriculum and Instruction
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(152)
The 12 week course follows pacing of 2nd semester 4th & 5th grade science -earth, space, ecosystems/ habitats, plant & animal adaptations, food chains & webs, and learned & inherited behaviors. Part 1 not a prerequisite. #academic
Class experience
US Grade 4 - 5
tyThis 12 week course will cover second semester of 4th and 5th grade science content in an engaging and interactive style. Students will be encouraged to question, explore, analyze, and make conclusions about science content through the best practices supported by National Science Teacher's Association guidelines. All lessons will be based on the 5E model of inquiry science, which allows students to make their own discoveries, supported by the teacher and will include appropriate academic...
Students will learn scientific process and procedures through the content typically taught in the second semester of 4th and 5th grade. Strands include Nature of Science, Earth Science, and Life Science
I taught 5th grade science in the largest public school system in my state for 17 years. During that time I attended intense science training programs led by Rice University, Baylor College of Medicine, and i3Laser through the Smithsonian Institution/Department of Education. I was honored as Teacher of the Year on my campus and a finalist for the District Teacher of the Year. After 17 years, I moved from the classroom to become a STEM instructional coach, supporting teachers across the district in the STEM content areas, and finally as a math and science instructional coach, leading professional development and supporting teachers and students at low performing campuses. I retired from the school district in 2021, and now I am blesses to focus on instilling the love of science in students without the requirements of state and district assessments. In my classes, students will learn and love science; they will not learn science tests!
Homework Offered
Some weeks will have short assignments for students to complete individually, typically requiring no more than 30 minutes. There will be a final semester project based on student choice from a product menu to summarize learning in the course.0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Formative assessment will be embedded throughout the course through a variety of games and activities. Parents will be provided with a written report at the end of the course.Grades Offered
Students will keep an interactive science notebook throughout the course, using a standard composition book. They will also need general art supplies (colored pencils, crayons, markers, scissors, glue, ruler, etc.). Specific supplies for inquiry lessons will be posted on the class page at least 2 weeks prior to the lesson. Most will be easily available around the house. A complete list of materials may be found at - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dkJVO40Fce5tfHn3NEFGAi9hECPYUkRL/view?usp=sharing
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Some YouTube videos will be included, all of which are pre-screened for content and appropriate instructional level, and some created by the teacher. Lessons will be presented through the interactive Nearpod platform and will sometimes include Google applications, (docs and slides). Students will upload their assignments to the class page or to a designated Google Drive folder, open only to the teacher and enrolled students. Some Kahoot games will be used for assessment and engagement.
This class will follow best practices guidelines as set forth by the National Science Teacher's Association and Next Generation Science Standards.
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(152)
I have been sharing my love of science and math with elementary students in public schools for over 26 years. I served most of that time in the classroom and then moved into Instructional Coaching to help other teachers improve their practice in...
Group Class
$250
for 24 classes2x per week, 12 weeks
50 min
Completed by 13 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-11
1-8 learners per class
