Physics for Everyone: Less Math, More Conceptual Understanding!
In this engaging 8-week physics course, students will explore key topics like kinematics, Newton’s laws, projectile motion, and energy with minimal math required (basic algebra only).
What's included
16 live meetings
16 in-class hoursAssignments
1 hour per week. 1-2 per weekProjects
1-2 throughout the classGrading
Students will receive feedback on their labs through a lab debrief at the end of of each class.Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
"Explore the exciting world of physics in this 8-week, hands-on course designed to match the rigor of a high school conceptual physics class. With just a basic understanding of algebra, students will dive into key topics like motion, forces, gravity, energy, and projectile motion. Each week features engaging labs or hands-on learning activities to make physics fun and relatable. By the end of the course, students will build confidence in understanding physics concepts and even create projects like catapults to bring their learning to life!"
Learning Goals
Understand and apply basic physics concepts, including kinematics, Newton’s laws, gravity, energy, and projectile motion.Develop skills to interpret and create graphs, free body diagrams, and simple equations to describe motion and forces.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)16 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Welcome to Physics: Discovering the Basics
Kick off the course by exploring what physics is, why it’s important, and how it explains the world around us. Learn about the exciting topics we'll cover together. 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Graphing Basics: Visualizing Data
Understand how to create and interpret graphs, a key skill in physics. Explore how graphs help us represent motion and other physical phenomena. 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Scalars vs. Vectors: Understanding Quantities
Learn the difference between scalar and vector quantities, and why direction matters when describing motion and forces. 60 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Constant Velocity: Moving Without Change
Dive into the concept of constant velocity and explore how to describe and calculate motion that doesn’t speed up or slow down. 60 mins online live lesson
Joined December, 2024
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have a strong background in physics education and curriculum development. As a former high school teacher, I taught conceptual physics, honors physics, and AP Physics to students with a wide range of academic abilities, including English learners (EL), students receiving Exceptional Student Services (ESS), and honors and gifted students. Currently, I serve as a curriculum specialist overseeing science education for a high school district, ensuring alignment with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). My training and experience are dedicated to creating engaging, hands-on learning experiences that make physics approachable and enjoyable for all learners.Reviews
Live Group Course
$22
weekly or $175 for 16 classes2x per week, 8 weeks
60 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
2-10 learners per class
