History and STEM: Mash-Up Madness
A three-week course that introduces learners to both history and STEM through hands-on projects.
Military History 101 by Amber Chaffee
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(500)
What's included
3 live meetings
2 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 4 - 6
This course will introduce students to both history and STEM through various craft projects. Class will meet three times and learners will engage in a different mash-up between history and STEM in each lesson. Classes will be presented on the following topics: Class 1: Catapult Construction. Students will learn about what catapults were, how they were used, and when in history they were utilized. While learning about the history of catapults, learners will also construct their own catapult, during a guided project that is led by the instructor. Class 2: Build your own Paratrooper. Students will learn about troops from the 101st Airborne Division while constructing their very own parachute. Class 3: Let's Learn Buoyancy! Note: Class 3 will utilize water, either a bathtub, or a small plastic pool are recommended. Students will learn about how submarines dive and surface via a hands on experience with buoyancy. Please see the supply list for items that will be needed for this course. Many will be able to be found around the home, but some items may need to be purchased prior to our course.
Learning Goals
Students will learn history while engaging in hands on STEM activities.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
All content is appropriate for learners of this age group. No sensitive or mature content will be discussed as a part of this course.
Supply List
Class #1: Catapult Construction Eight craft sticks (popsicle sticks) Four or five sturdy rubber bands Glue Plastic bottle cap to hold a cotton ball Cotton ball (If you do not have any available, you can make a small ball by crumbling some paper.) Small, flat surface (at least 1 x 1 feet is recommended) Class #2: Paratrooper Construction One piece of crepe or tissue paper (a plastic bag will work as well) Four pieces of string One washer, figurine, pen, or other small weight One hole puncher Optional: Scotch tape Class 3: Bottle Buoyancy One 20 Ounce Soda Bottle One 2-3 inch long narrow piece of PVC tubing (narrow enough to fit through the mouth of the bottle) One small pool or bathtub that can be filled with water.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/build-a-catapult/
https://www.scienceworld.ca/resource/make-your-own-parachute/
Joined April, 2020
4.9
500reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
1 teacher has a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in History from Grand Valley State University
The instructor spent many years employed at a local museum, where staff frequently engaged students in different STEM related projects. Reviews
Live Group Class
$45
for 3 classes1x per week, 3 weeks
50 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-12
3-9 learners per class
