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Introduction to High School Physics for All Students (Semester 2)
Cobalt Blue
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In this class, students will learn key physics concepts from a high school physics curriculum. We will study the concepts as well as examples and work on practice problems.
Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
In this class students will learn the basics of high school physics by looking at real life examples and examples from their favorite books, movies and television shows. The class is highly interactive and students are encouraged to ask questions. Students will practice solving equations and reflecting on what they have learned. Students will also participate in a review game at the end of every class. No prior knowledge of physics is necessary but some knowledge of basic algebra is...
16 lessons//16 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Review of WavesReview of Concepts from first semesterWeek 2Lesson 2Visible Light, Colors and Optical IllusionsStudents will see how light interacts and how it is different than pigmentWeek 3Lesson 3Reflection and MirrorsStudents will learn how light interacts with objects such as mirrorsWeek 4Lesson 4Lenses and RefractionStudents will learn how light interacts with objects such as lessonsWeek 5Lesson 5Static ElectricityElectric Charge and Van de Graff generators and lightningWeek 6Lesson 6Current and CircuitsStudents will understand series and parallel circuits and calculate voltage, current and resistanceWeek 7Lesson 7Heat and TemperatureStudents will differentiate between heat and temperatureWeek 8Lesson 8Laws of ThermodynamicsStudents will explore entropy and the laws of thermodynamicsWeek 9Lesson 9MagnetismHow do Magnets workWeek 10Lesson 10Einstein and Special RelativityTime dilationWeek 11Lesson 11Einstein and General RelativityGravity and the warp of spacetimeWeek 12Lesson 12Speed of lightCalculating the speed of lightWeek 13Lesson 13AstrophysicsThe expansion of the universeWeek 14Lesson 14Time travelIs time travel possibleWeek 15Lesson 15Particle PhysicsParticle accelerators and subatomic particlesWeek 16Lesson 16Review and Final ExamStudents must complete final to receive grade
This class is taught in English.
- Students will understand how light behaves with lenses and mirrors
- Students will have a greater understanding of Einstein and his work
- Students will why physics is important for everyday activities.
I have a Master's in Liberal Arts from St. John's College. I worked as Assistant to the Director of Laboratory Science at St. John's for 5 years and I have been a high school science teacher for the last 13 years. The last eight years I have taught Physics to well over 900 students.
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: includedFeedback: includedDetails: Homework is offered every week but it is optional. The homework will consist of worksheets, short essays, and labs. If the homework is completed and submitted to me then I will grade it and offer feedback. If a letter grade or number grade is requested then it will be assigned to the work otherwise the student will receive feedback on what was done well and what needs to be worked on.Assessment
Frequency: includedDetails: Students will receive formative assessments throughout the 16 week class.They are optional and they are done as take home assignments. At the end of the 16 weeks students will receive a summative semester exam. Any student wishing to receive a grade for the class must complete the semester exam.Grading
Frequency: includedDetails: Grades are optional. Students may take the class for either no grade, a pass or fail grade or a letter grade. Grades are calculated as shown below… Attendance 15% Participation 15% Homework 20% Semester exam 50% All students who desire a letter grade must complete the semester exam to receive a letter grade. Letter grades will be given in the form of a report card. If a different method of grading is desired that can be discussed as well.
Joined July, 2021
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Texas Teaching Certificate in Science
"Hello. I am Mr. Blue and I will be your science teacher today!" are the words I said every school day for the last 12 years. then The pandemic hit... During this last year many of my teaching colleagues complained about having to teach remotely...
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Group Class
$18
weekly or $288 for 16 classes1x per week, 16 weeks
55 min
Completed by 64 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
3-18 learners per class
