Middle School Experimental Design
In this ongoing class, students will participate in weekly experiments from the disciplines of physics, anatomy, biology, chemistry, physical science, and earth and environmental science while being introduced to the experimental design.
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What's included
30 live meetings
25 in-class hoursMastery Evaluation
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Students can get a completion certificate for the sessions of the class attended.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Beginner Level
Experimentation is the heart and soul of science. It's what drives us to discover new things, push the boundaries of our understanding, and uncover the mysteries of the universe. And in my Outschool ongoing middle school science class, scientific experimentation is front and center. With a focus on hands-on learning, students get to roll up their sleeves and dive into all kinds of exciting experiments - from testing chemical reactions to exploring sound waves to dissecting frogs (yes, really!). Each week brings a new adventure in discovery as they use critical thinking skills and scientific methods to hypothesize, test, analyze and draw conclusions about how different phenomena work. Whether they're measuring pH levels or building rockets from scratch, these young scientists are gaining invaluable experience that will set them up for success both in future science classes and beyond.
Learning Goals
Students will learn how to set up an experiment using the scientific method and learn the science principles behind the experiment.
Syllabus
Standards
Aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)30 Lessons
over 30 WeeksLesson 1:
Alka Seltzer Lab-Chemistry/Biology
Materials Needed:
-6 Alka Seltzer Tablets
-3 Cups Cold Water
-3 Cups Hot Water
-Stopwatch
-Thermometer
-Cups 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Cellular Respiration Lab-Biology
Materials Needed:
-Packet of Yeast (Not Instant/Rapid Rise)
-Warm Water
-3 Types of Cereal that are easy to crush (Chex, Cheerios, or Frosted Flakes)
-3 Small Plastic Ziploc Bags
-1/2 Cup Measuring Cup
-Cups
-Metric Ruler 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Acid-Base Titration-Chemistry
Materials Needed:
-Disposable Pipette or Eye Dropper
-Baking Soda
-Water
-Cups
-Vinegar
-Phenolphthalein 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Photosynthesis Lab-Biology
Materials Needed:
-20 mL Syringe (without needle)
-10 Spinach Leaves
-Single Hole Punch or Metal Straw
-Baking Soda
-2 Cups
-Flashlight or Light Source 50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
This class does involve scientific experimentation and parental support should be provided. The chemicals being used in the class are household chemicals that pose little risk to students but parent should be supervising their student during the class. Hot plates or a stove will be needed for some experiments and parent should guide the student in its operation.
Language of Instruction
English
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined August, 2018
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Gina Jude Curriculum is a certified teacher-tutoring and online teaching service. We offer online courses for homeschool students in a variety of subjects, including math, science, English, history, and more. We also provide tutoring services for students who are struggling in a particular subject.
Our mission is to provide quality education to all students, regardless of their learning style or ability. We believe that every student has the potential to succeed when given the proper tools and support.Reviews
Live Group Course
$14
weekly or $400 for 30 classes1x per week, 30 weeks
50 min
Completed by 8 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
2-6 learners per class
