What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
In this one-time course, students will learn all about the exoplanets. Students will learn how astronomers find exoplanets and what method they use to find them. We will discuss the Kepler Space Telescope and how it has been used to search for exoplanets. Students will also learn what the transit method is and how it is used by astronomers. We will also be discussing the James Webb telescope that will be launching next year, that has a mission to find more exoplanets. This class will be lecture-based, with student participation and output encouraged, but not required. I will be using slides with photos and short video clips to keep the students engaged. No prior knowledge is needed for this course. See you soon! Mrs. Cristina
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External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary
Hi! My name is Cristina and I am an Astronomy and Meteorology teacher. I have been an educator for over a decade, having earned a Bachelor's degree in Christian Ministry with a minor in Psychology and Counseling. I am a certified severe storm spotter for both the National Weather Service and the Spotter Network, and am proud to be a NASA Social alumni. Additionally, I serve as a Solar System Ambassador for NASA/JPL, allowing me to share the latest astronomy events with my community.
In my role as a science communicator, I've had the honor of sharing space-related updates for numerous years, affording me the opportunity to distribute information about space across various social media platforms. Additionally, I was selected by Lockheed Martin as a space influencer for the OSIRIS-REx asteroid mission. These experiences have not only enriched my understanding of current space developments but also enabled me to impart this knowledge within my Outschool classes.
Science, particularly Meteorology and Astronomy, have always been a passion of mine and I strive to make learning about it enjoyable for students.
A fun fact about me: I can solve a Rubik's cube in under 90 seconds. In my free time, I enjoy reading and baking cookies. I look forward to teaching your learner in the classroom!
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Live One-Time Class
$10
per classMeets once
30 min
Completed by 20 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
1-7 learners per class