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A Chemistry Survey for Summer Engagement

In this class, we will explore the fundamentals of chemistry, including structure of the atom, physical and chemical changes, the periodic table, and the difference between elements and compounds.
Vivien Tabak
Average rating:
4.6
Number of reviews:
(34)
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What's included

4 live meetings
3 hrs 40 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

Topics to be covered are: the subatomic particles, including their position and charge; atomic number; atomic mass; difference between element and compound, and compound and mixture; pH levels; history of the periodic table; the gas laws. I will start off with a short lecture, and then take questions, ask for input, and encourage give-and-take between the participants. I plan to do some hands-on activities, and will ask parents to provide the needed materials--nothing expensive, of course. Questions are welcome, but while I am speaking, I would like the participants to listen, and the same when anyone is given the floor. On occasion, we will use the think-pair-share strategy. There will be slides and video clips to provide visual samples and make the concepts concrete. Participants should have some idea of the nature of science and science inquiry.
Learning Goals
Pupils will learn about atomic theory, which is the basis of knowledge of chemistry. They will learn about the interactions of substances as they form compounds and how the periodic table is the "bible" of chemistry.

Lesson 1: Meaning of the word "atom"
                 Subatomic particles, their charges and positions. We will build models of atoms.
                The periodic table: identifying names of elements; who developed it?

Lesson 2: Elements versus compounds--define and identify from formulae and drawings. We will use colored pencils or markers to             draw models of compounds.
                Atomic number and atomic mass
                What is a molecule? How do we know how many molecules are shown by a formula?
                
Lesson 3: States of matter and changes between states
                Conservation of matter
                Physical changes versus chemical changes

Lesson 4: Density. How do we compare and calculate? We will make a density column.
                What is a mixture?
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Supply List
A notebook or binder, pencils and erasers, a ruler, color pencils.
From time to time, I will ask parents to provide materials for hands-on activities, to bring the learning alive and get the kids involved. For starters, I would ask you to give your kids a wire hanger, a few styrofoam balls ($10.99 for a bag of 100, assorted sizes, from Walmart; check Dollar stores) of different sizes, string, and some paint or markers to make a model of the atom.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
I hold a degree in Biology, and have taught chemistry, both in a formal setting, and in small groups. Previous learners in Outschool enjoyed the classes and are waiting for enough enrollees to make a follow-up class.

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$52

for 4 classes
1x per week, 4 weeks
55 min

Completed by 17 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
5-8 learners per class

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