Physical Science for Middle School Full Curriculum (1of4)-Matter Unit-Flex Class
In this 6 week course, students will learn about Matter and its properties through presentations, demos and experiments.
Jessica Lewis
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(109)
What's included
Homework
1-2 hours per week. Students will receive assignments/worksheets weekly that will reinforce what was learned in class. The worksheets will be completed on Nearpod using a link that I will provide. The students will NOT be required to login to Nearpod. The assignments/worksheets will provide them with instant feedback on their performance. I will receive a report of their performance once it is completed on the website. If there are parts of the assignments in which students are having trouble i will post additional information to clarify the topic.Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
This is not a live class. This is a flexible schedule class. Each week in this 6-week course students will view an interesting interactive presentation. The class will include recorded demonstrations. I will record the weekly experiments on camera and post them for the students to follow. The students will perform the experiments at home and can post pictures in the Outschool classroom of their final product. Throughout the lesson the learners progress will be assessed through interactive games, quizzes, and questions within the Nearpod presentation. Each week students will complete online activities/worksheets to further reinforce the topic for the week. These activities/worksheets will provide the student with instant feedback on their progress. Each homework activity will display a score on screen after completion. However, a grade report can be provided at the completion of this segment upon request. I will be available through Outschool messaging to offer help for any student that needs additional help. In addition, I will be checking the students progress on the activities and worksheets. If I feel that a topic needs more clarification I will post additional videos to further explain the subject. 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) An additional class you maybe interested in Physical Science for Middle School - Atomic Structure & the Periodic Table (offered as both a live and flex class)
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
Parental Guidance
Parents are asked to supervise the learner while conducting the weekly experiments. I will be providing videos each week of myself performing the experiments. Nearpod and the CK-12 Flexbook does not require the student to setup an account. Nearpod will be used to present the lesson, worksheets and interactive material. The CK-12 Flexbook can be used to follow along with each week's lesson.
Supply List
Supply List for 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:
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
$108
for 6 weeks6 weeks
Completed by 4 learners
No live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
