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Exploring the World of Food: A 5 Week Food Science Course for Teens

Completed by 5 learners
Ages 13-18
Live Group Course
This course teaches learners about the science behind the food we eat, from understanding the different types of food that we consume, and food safety to the process of food production.
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:
(234 reviews)
Popular

Live video meetings
1x per week, 5 weeks
1-6 learners per class
50 min

What's included

5 live meetings
4 hrs 10 mins in-class hours
Homework
1 hour per week. There will be weekly worksheets and handouts assigned

Class Experience

US Grade 8 - 11
Beginner - Intermediate Level
Welcome to "Exploring the World of Food," a dynamic 5-week course designed to introduce teens to the fascinating realm of food science. Throughout this course, you will delve into the science behind food, understand its components, learn about nutrition, explore food safety, and gain practical skills in food preparation.

Class Structure:

Teaching Tools: Canva slides for visual learning aids.

In-Class Activities: Discussions, quizzes, games (like food trivia and factory simulations), and practical recipe demonstrations.

Interaction: Students will actively participate through discussions, group activities, and hands-on experiments where applicable.

Resources: Each student will receive a Google Drive link with lesson materials, including fun-to-make recipes, optional video links, and worksheets tailored to each lesson.

Teaching Style:
The teaching style blends interactive learning with practical application. Students will engage in discussions to deepen understanding, participate in games to reinforce concepts, and explore real-world examples of food science through recipes and experiments. The emphasis is on making learning enjoyable and applicable to everyday life.

Learning Goals

Develop an understanding of the factors that influence food production, such as the environment, technology, and economics.
Learn about the various methods of food processing and preservation, as well as the potential impacts on food safety and nutrition.

Syllabus

Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
Standards
Aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
5 Lessons
over 5 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Introduction to Food Science
 What is food science?
Functional properties of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins in foods.
Food safety and handling tips.
Common foodborne illnesses.
Homework: Easy Homemade Mayonnaise 
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Food Groups
 Overview of the 5 food groups.
Differences between fruits and vegetables.
Incorporating more vegetables into recipes.
Understanding the nutritional value based on colors of fruits and vegetables.
Types of grains: whole vs refined.
Protein sources: Meat vs plant-based options.
Dairy vs non-dairy alternatives.
Handout: 5 lunch and 5 breakfast ideas (with recipes) 
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Food Processing
 Raw ingredients vs processed foods.
Food trivia and fun food factories game.
Methods of processing: e.g., apple juice and instant potatoes.
Levels of food processing: minimally, moderately, and highly processed.
Pros and cons of processed foods.
Overview of food preservation methods: salting, pickling, pasteurization, etc.
Homework: Food processing handout 
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Eggs
 Functions of eggs in recipes.
Egg facts and types.
Homework: Recipe: Apple Cinnamon Muffins (with eggs) and Apple Cinnamon Muffins (without eggs). Compare and contrast the effects of eggs on taste, texture, and appearance. 
50 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Parental Guidance
Students will not need to have a canva account set up. The teacher will post all handouts and worksheets to the classroom with a google drive link.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:

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Joined August, 2019
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234reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Linguistics from Memorial University of Newfoundland
Bailey Fitzgerald
Bachelor's Degree in Nutrition Sciences from Mount Saint Vincent University
Erin Madden
Hi there! Happy Kids Nutrition Academy is built by a team of dietitians who all have Bachelor's degrees in Nutrition and Dietetics from a top university. During our time at school, we took various courses in food science and nutrition that helps us with a strong foundation of how the body works and how to best consume food, and the chemical changes that occurs in cooking and baking.  

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