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Exploring Physics: A Hands-On Discovery of How the World Works

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Ages 11-14
Live Group Class
Explore a new concept in physics each week in this ongoing hands-on class. Students will hypothesize, experiment with simulations, and discuss outcomes to develop a foundation in physics.
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:
(8 reviews)

Live video meetings
1x per week
4-12 learners per class
50 min

What's included

1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hours per week
Homework
1 hour per week. There will be no mandatory homework for this class. Additional resources may be available for those who wish to explore concepts further at home.

Class Experience

US Grade 6 - 8
Each week, we will explore a new concept in physics. Students will hypothesize, experiment with digital simulations, and discuss outcomes to develop an intuitive understanding of physics. Each class can stand alone, but students will benefit from consistent attendance and the unique content of each session. This class aims to help students develop an interest in science and a strong foundation of understanding for later studies. This class is excellent for students with an interest in science, engineering, robotics, electronics, architecture, STEM in general, or just a love of making fun, exciting discoveries with others. We will use free simulations available through the University of Colorado, so there will be no materials to purchase for class. This content is intended for students from 6th-9th grades. 

Week 1: Projectile Motion
Week 2: Skate Park: Kinetic and Potential Energy
Week 3: Diffusion
Week 4: Static Electricity

Weekly topics may include:
Electrical Circuits
Density
Collisions
Kinetic and Potential Energy
Gravity
Waves
Masses and Springs
Energy Forms and Changes
Capacitors
Projectile Motion
Probability
Charges
Much More!

Learning Goals

This class aims to help students develop an interest in science and a strong foundation of understanding for later studies. This class is excellent for students with an interest in science, engineering, robotics, electronics, architecture, STEM in general, or just a love of making fun, exciting discoveries with others.

Other Details

Parental Guidance
We will use simulations from PHET during class. These are free, and no account is required.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
We will use simulations from PHET during class. These are free, and no account is required.

Meet the teacher

Joined March, 2022
5.0
8reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree from Stephen F. Austin
Christie M. graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Interior Design from Stephen F. Austin University. She was the Highest Ranking Senior at the University in her graduation year and maintained a 4.0 GPA. She earned a Tutor 1 certification from the College Reading and Learning Association and has been tutoring and teaching for over 20 years.

Christie has extended her teacher training and passed state tests for a generalist teacher in grades pre-k- through 8 and ESL. She has certifications in TEFL and TESOL and has taught English as a second language to Chinese students for three years. Christie has helped English learners acquire essential skills from many aspects of language arts, including grammar, pronunciation, reading, writing, speaking, and test preparation. She enjoys teaching her students to love learning and to have fun while exploring different educational opportunities.

She has a tutoring certification from the College Reading and Learning Association and has continued her education through the years by studying physics, engineering, higher math, and other courses through Rice and MIT. She is a private tutor and teacher and teaches many exciting subjects like Spanish, algebra, robotics, technology, physics, and design in addition to math, science, ESL, test preparation, and English language arts. She has taught many hands-on STEM classes to learners of all ages.

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