Discovering Density!
In this bi-weekly course students will learn how to define, experiment upon, and calculate density.
Melissa White
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(166)
What's included
6 live meetings
3 in-class hoursClass Experience
The students will learn by participating in class discussions, engaging in experiments, describing models, and calculating equations. Students will interact with teacher via video chat. We will complete exciting models and experiments using everyday tools and household items. Daily Class Structure: Lesson Intro: 5 minutes Lesson, Activity or Experiment: 20 minutes Exit Ticket/Discussion: 5 minutes Weekly Breakdown: Week 1: - Day 1: Defining density, density model, the discovery of density. - Day 2: Density Sugar Lab Week 2: - Day 1: Calculating Density in Regular Objects - Day 2: Calculating Density in Irregular Objects Week 3: - Day 1: Density Diamond Investigation - Day 2: Testing Density in the World Around Us Essential Questions: What is density and how was it discovered? How is density calculated? How is density used to identify an unknown substance? How can we test density in our daily lives?
Learning Goals
Students will learn how to define, calculate, and test density.
Other Details
Supply List
1 cup of sugar (recommended) Tap Water (recommended) Tablespoon for measurement (recommended) Eyedropper (recommended) Measuring Cup (recommended) 4 cups (recommended) 1 drinking glass (recommended)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined March, 2020
4.9
166reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I am a middle school science teacher and have experience teaching density to students. I love teaching this topic! Reviews
Live Group Class
$12
weekly2x per week, 3 weeks
30 min
Completed by 8 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
6-12 learners per class
