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Nature's Wonders: Does Light Move Like a Wave or Particle?
Completed by 80 learners
Ages 10-14
Live One-Time Class
Live video meetings
Meets once
1-5 learners per class
50 min
What’s included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hoursAssessment
Verbal informal assessmentClass Experience
Light shines through our atmosphere from the sun. It warms us and helps plants grow. But, what is it? How does it move through the air? In this one-time class we will be looking at these two questions and others. We’ll try to understand how light behaves - does it travel like a wave in the Pacific ocean or like a bouncing ball. We will explore what electromagnetism is, how electromagnetic radiation was discovered, and how the sun creates light. We’ll discover: ❈ What is electromagnetic radiation ❈ Some history on the discovery of electromagnetic radiation ❈ How electricity and magnetism interact ❈ How light behaves This class puts forth physics subjects in an interesting and insightful way that will engage all learners sparking an increased interest of the concepts presented. During class a slideshow will be presented to highlight the material being covered along with the opportunity for each learner to share their knowledge and/or discuss this topic. No prior knowledge is needed to join this class. All learners are welcome to come and explore how one of nature’s wonders - light - travels through the air!
Learning Goals
After completing this class each learner will be able to:
❈ Identify electromagnetic radiation
❈ Summarize history on the discovery of electromagnetic radiation
❈ Describe how the sun creates light
❈ Describe how light behaves
Other Details
Supply List
No supplies needed
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
science.nasa.gov
Khanacademy.org
britannica.com
nasa.gov
thoughtco.com
wikipedia.com
livescience.com
TED-Ed video “Is light a particle or wave?”
Veritasium video “Where does the sun get its energy?”
Meet the teacher
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor’s Degree in Science from California State University, Dominguez Hills
I hold a BS degree which gives me a solid foundation in the sciences. I also have homeschooled my three children, and during their high school years we focused on the subjects of earth and physical sciences.
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