Physical Science for Middle School Full Curriculum #1- Matter Unit - Live Class
In this 6 week course, students will learn about Matter and its properties through presentations, demos and in class experiments.
Jessica Lewis
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(109)
What's included
6 live meetings
4 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Students will receive assignments/worksheets weekly that will reinforce what was learned in class. The assignments/worksheets will be submitted online using a link that I will provide in the classroom. The assignments/worksheets will provide the student with instant feedback on their progress. Parts of the assignment in which students are having trouble will be reviewed during the next class. On some weeks In addition to the optional in class experiments, students can complete optional experiments outside of the class.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
This is a live class. A flex class is available. Each week in this 6-week course students will view an interesting interactive presentation. The class will include demonstrations and optional in class experiments. Most labs are prerecordings of me performing the experiment. However, I will teach each step live over zoom as we pause and work through the video. I prerecord the labs to ensure I can watch the students over zoom to help them properly perform each step. The students have the option to perform the experiment at home along with me or observe me performing the experiment. If students wish to participate at home a supply list for each experiment will be provided at least a week in advance. Throughout the lesson the learners progress will be assessed through interactive games, quizzes, and questions within the nearpod presentation. They will be responding on their own devices. There is a textbook that can be used along with this class CK-12 Physical Science for Middle School. This class will cover Unit 2. The book can be freely viewed at CK-12.org (https://flexbooks.ck12.org/cbook/ck-12-middle-school-physical-science-flexbook-2.0/) Topics Covered Week 1 Introduction to Matter and Physical and Chemical Properties of Matter Week 2 Types of Matter Week 3 Physical and Chemical Changes in Matter Week 4 States of Matter Week 5 Gas Laws Week 6 Phase Changes After this 6 week course students will be able to: Define Matter Identify Physical and Chemical Properties of Matter Describe Atoms,Elements, Compounds and Mixtures Define Law of Conservation of Mass Identify Physical and Chemical Changes of Matter Identify the States of Matter Compare and Contrast the properties of each State of Matter Define Kinetic Theory of Matter Define the Gas Law's Identify and describe the Phase Changes of Matter This class follows the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) Additional class you maybe interested in for the Full Curriculum: Physical Science for Middle School- Atomic Structure & the Periodic Table #2 (Offered as both a live and flex class) Middle School Physical Science Full Curriculum #3-Bonding, Reactions & Solutions Middle School Physical Science - Motion, Force, Energy, Waves & Electromag. Rad. #4
Learning Goals
Students will be able to:
Define Matter
Identify Physical and Chemical Properties of Matter
Describe atoms,elements, compounds and mixtures
Define Law of Conservation of Mass
Identify Physical and Chemical Changes of Matter
Identify the States of Matter
Compare and Contrast the properties of each State of Matter
Define Kinetic Theory of Matter
Define the Gas Law's
Identify and describe the Phase Changes of Matter
Other Details
Supply List
Supply List for Optional Experiments: Week 1 Glass cup or clear cup -16 oz Liquids (1/3 cup) Vegetable oil Colored water Dish soap Milk – Whole Honey Dropper or turkey baster Soda cap 4 blueberries Week 2 cup of Cornstarch cup of water 1 bowl 1 spoon Week 3 after class: 4 cups of white vinegar 4 tablespoons of baking soda pot mason jar or heat safe glass glass dish or bowl spoon Week 4 Orange Juice Cup - Clear (16oz) Baking Soda Spoon Straw Week 5 Ivory soap Knife Microwave safe plate Microwave Week 6 Will be posted in the classroom at a later date
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
There is a book that can be used along with this class CK-12 Physical Science for Middle School. This class will cover Unit 2. The book can be freely viewed at CK-12.org (https://flexbooks.ck12.org/cbook/ck-12-middle-school-physical-science-flexbook-2.0/)
Joined June, 2020
4.8
109reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Longwood College
Hi, I am very happy to have the opportunity to help your child learn and realize their full potential in Science. My classes are fun and exciting. Your Learners will learn all about Science while completing cool and fascinating experiments. In each class students will get the opportunity to perform fun but educational labs. They will learn how and why everything works. I'm a Chemist. I obtained a BS in Chemistry and Secondary Education with a minor in Computer Science from Longwood University. I have taught in the public school system teaching Chemistry and Mathematics on the High School level. In addition, I have taught Science classes on the Middle School level. I also teach ESL courses online. I also love crafting and cooking. I began learning to sew, knit, bake and cook at about 8 years old at home and in the 4-H club. Since College I have also fell in love with real estate, and have become a real estate investor. It's like real life monopoly. Real estate investing is fun and challenging all in one.
Currently I am a Chemist for the Department of Transportation. What I do enjoy most about my job with the DOT is when I get the opportunity to work with STEM students throughout the year. They visit and I get to show them all the cool stuff I do at work. I have always had a love for science and teaching. I would always find a way to do experiments and teach my dolls as a kid. I love teaching so much and can't wait to possibly inspire more future Scientist.Reviews
Live Group Class
$84
for 6 classes1x per week, 6 weeks
45 min
Completed by 33 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
3-10 learners per class
