Energy 2: Energy Convserions
In this 9-hour course, students will learn about work, mechanical energy, energy conversions, and the law of conservation of energy. Students will learn about how energy is converted, yet conserved in a system.
What's included
9 pre-recorded lessons
9 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentAssignments
1-2 hours per week. Students will recieve immediate feedback on worksheets, excel documents, labs and more.Certificate of Completion
includedClass Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Beginner Level
This class explores energy conversions and conservation. Students also delve into calculating mechanical energy and figuring out what happens to potential and kinetic energy when the other changes. The class stands out by incorporating hands-on investigations and real-world case studies to illustrate these dynamic relationships. Through interactive activities and labs, students will develop a deeper understanding of energy conversions and conservation. This course is structured with lecture notes followed by activities relevant to the notes that have students recall knowledge, then apply knowledge, then create something to show their knowledge. Each day, students will move through a few engaging activities relevant to the day's topics. Students will interact via online lecture notes, games, activities, labs, and videos. My teaching style is engaging, student-centered, and interactive, focused on creating meaningful connections between theoretical concepts and real-world applications. I emphasize hands-on learning through activities and labs that encourage critical thinking and active participation. I accommodate diverse learning styles, fostering an inclusive environment where students feel supported in exploring complex topics.
Learning Goals
Students can explain how work is a transfer of energyStudents can explain how work is involved in our everyday activities.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)9 Lessons
over 9 WeeksLesson 1:
Work and Energy Transfer Lecture and Identification
Students will read through work and energy transfer notes. Students will complete an activity to identify examples of work occuring in their everyday life. 1 assignment
Lesson 2:
Mechanical Energy Lecture and Practice Calculations
Students will read through mechnical energy notes. Students will complete a calculations and practice worksheet on mechnical energy. Students will complete a calculating mechnical energy mystery picture. 3 assignments
Lesson 3:
Energy Conversions Lecture, Practice, and Lab
Students will read through energy conversions notes. Students will complete a practice worksheet on energy conversions. Students will complete a jumping frog lab to understand energy conversions. 2 assignments
Lesson 4:
Law of Conservation of Energy Lecture and Lab
Students will read through law of conservation of energy notes. Students will complete a law of conservation of energy lab to understand energy conservation. 1 assignment
Other Details
Supply List
For the Work and Carnival Activty: Students will need: bowling pins and ball, golf club and ball, basketball, soccer ball, hula hoop, ring and bottles For the Jumping Frog Lab: Students will need: a plastic jumping frog For the Law of Conservation of Energy Lab: Students will need: ball, electronic scale, stopwatch, meterstick For the Pendulum Energy Swing Lab: Students will need: meterstick, pendulum, protractor For the Potential and Kinetic Energy Car Lab: Students will need: 2 plastic toy cars, meterstick, books, ramp. For the Marble Roll Lab: Students will need: 1 large marble, 1 small marble, inclined plane (textbooks), ruler, tape, milk carton For the Energy Ball Lab: Students will need: meterstick, golf ball, ping pong ball, stopwatch, electronic scale.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined March, 2022
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello! My name is Ashley and I am a passionate middle school science teacher. I have taught middle school physical, life, and Earth and space sciences for grades 4-9 or 8 years in a high-achieving Pennsylvania public school. I have also taught astronomy and forensics. I strive to create fun learning experiences for students. Engaging all different types of learners, creating hands-on experiences, and using real-world examples to apply knowledge is crucial to students understanding.
Degrees:
Bachelors of Education in Early Child and Adolescent Education from The Pennsylvania State University
Minor in Special Education from The Pennsylvania State University
Masters of Education in STEM from The Pennsylvania State University
30 additional continuing education credits from Wilkes University
in social emotional learning and educational technology
Certifications:
Pennsylvania Teaching Instructional 2 General Science Grades 7-12
Pennsylvania Teaching Instructional 2 Math Grades PK-8
Pennsylvania Teaching Instructional 2 All Subjects Grades PK-6Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$10
weekly9 pre-recorded lessons
9 weeks of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content
Ages: 10-14
