NASA: Past, Present & Future
This course will review NASA's history, accomplishments and future missions.
William Council
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(205)
What's included
5 live meetings
4 hrs 35 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. includedCertificate of Completion
includedClass Experience
US Grade 8 - 11
This lecture series will examine NASA - physical locations and methodology. We will discuss in greater detail than Astronomy I - the path to space highlighting the scientists, pilots, successes and failures that helped us put several men on the moon. Week One: Origin and early history of NASA Week Two: Rocket Technology - types of rockets and improvements since the early V-2 design Week Three: NASA's educational outreach programs and social media Week Four: Current NASA Missions Week Five: Planned and Future NASA Projects
Learning Goals
Students will use the Scientific Method and modern technology to answer questions.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum5 Lessons
over 5 WeeksLesson 1:
Week One
Origin and Early History of N.A.S.A. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Week Two
Rocket Technology - Types of Rockets and Improvements since the early V-2 Design 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Week Three
NASA's educational outreach programs and social media 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Week Four
Current NASA Missions 55 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Supply List
Instructor will provide social media links for NASA and related organizations - International Space Station, Hubble Telescope etc
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2016
4.9
205reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
William Alfred Council is a Freelance Writer / Digital Artist. He has a B.A. in English from Columbia University and is a Desert Storm Marine Corps Veteran. He is also a member of the League of Graphic Novel Educators.
A lifelong fan of comics, William interned at Marvel Comics under the tutelage of Editor Gregory Wright. Both a Writer and Graphic Artist since 1992, William began servicing individuals, local churches and organizations under the company name: New Vision Enterprises.
Besides Computer Consultations, William has also taught basic business skills and successfully found funding for Not for Profit organizations. He is currently the President of Zephaniah Comics. He has published Heroic Visions: Superhero Role Playing Adventure Game, Against the E.S.T.: Heroic Visions Adventure Module and two ongoing comic books - The Zephaniah Chronicles and Ogden Tales. They are available at Amazon, RPGNow and DriveThruComics. Article credits include the Yahoo Contributors Network, Demand Studios, Writers Research Group, 3D Artist, Author's Connection, Money Maker's Monthly, Editor's Choice and Home Business Magazine.Reviews
Live Group Course
$20
weekly or $100 for 5 classes1x per week, 5 weeks
55 min
Completed by 10 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
3-9 learners per class
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