High Strangeness: Exploring the Science of the Paranormal
In this one-time class, students 11-16 will explore the Science and mystery behind documented and recorded paranormal events.
Phyllis Southards, MHA, TESOL
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(193)
What's included
1 live meeting
1 in-class hoursClass Experience
Students ages 11-16 will explore seven Paranormal cases caught on camera or documented by professional law enforcement, first responder, or the military. These cases are in the public domain thanks to the FOIA (freedom of information act). In class, students explore the mysteries of Skinwalker Ranch, Cryptid Creatures, and Area 51, to name a few cases; all tied to many unexplained events that have occurred and continue to occur that science is beginning to understand. Events like significant mystery animal sightings, strange lights in the sky, Poltergeist activity. and more. My classes are discussion formate and delivered in a lecture/discussion style. Students are encouraged to participate through verbal comments and questions in the classroom environment. The classroom is a welcoming and comfortable place for students to think critically and out of the box. Various media types, including photos, videos, and audio, will be used to explore this topic and the science and mystery behind these Paranormal events. No experience is required, just a thirst for the unknown. See you in class, Teacher Phyllis
Learning Goals
Students will learn fun facts and destinations as well as scientific theory related to these unexplained events.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
All material is based on FOIA documentation from the US government as well as books and papers peer-reviewed on the topic.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
https://www.dia.mil/FOIA/FOIA-Electronic-Reading-Room/
Robert S Bobrow, Paranormal phenomena in the medical literature sufficient smoke to warrant a search for fire, Medical Hypotheses,
Volume 60, Issue 6,2003
Belief in the Paranormal: A Review of the Empirical Literature:https://d1wqtxts1xzle7.cloudfront.net/12254071/para-ac05_irwin_1993-with-cover-page-v2.pdf?
The Secrets of Skinwalker Ranch:https://www.youtube.com/show/SC63rufxhJkbs9QmrDsPjVaw?season=3&sbp=CgEzGhoKGFVDYi1WMENEMmhQbjZRMGo3MVhlZzZTdw%253D%253D
Rivas, Titus; Carman, Elizabeth M.; Carman, Neil J. & Dirven, Anny Winter 2015. Paranormal Aspects of Pre-Existence Memories in Young Children
Joined April, 2020
4.8
193reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree from Ashford University
As a person who has been researching this topic for over twenty years, I use a wide range of verified sources and different types of sources. I make a point to select my resources deliberately and with the age group and verified data in mind. I have made a practice of collecting, recording, and verifying years of data on the subject of the witch trials, ancient traditions and teachings, and ancient history and cultural beliefs as well as Paranormal Activity, High Strangeness, and UFO/UAP phenomena.
I can make connections between various sources of data, processing it into understandable and relatable information. The information taught in my classes is verifiable and based on actual historical records, and declassified government documents.
This class will get the students thinking and generating new questions to ask about our reality and our futures as Earthlings in a vast Universe. I have a master's degree in Healthcare Administration, and I am well versed in research and finding definitive information with a minor in cultural anthropology.
Thank you
Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$20
per classMeets once
60 min
Completed by 4 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
1-10 learners per class
