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Space, a Study of the Final Frontier
In this ongoing, drop-in class each week, space enthusiasts will learn all about astronomy, which includes: galaxies, stars, planets, space exploration, supernovas, black holes, gravity and so much more!
Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 7
Beginner - Intermediate Level
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
Aligned with State-Specific Standards
Students will delve into the captivating world of astronomy. Each class, they will explore a new aspect of space-related topics. This course is a perfect fit for space enthusiasts who relish expanding their knowledge of astronomy. I will employ photos, brief video clips, and review game quizzes to enhance engagement and facilitate knowledge retention. Each class will primarily consist of a warm up of what students think they know about the topic, a brief lecture/discussion, and a fun...
16 lessons//8 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1GravityGravity isn't just found on EarthLesson 2GalaxiesThe differences between the different types of galaxiesWeek 2Lesson 3Life Cycle of Stars (part 1)How small/medium size stars are born and how they dieLesson 4Life Cycle of Stars (part 2)How giant size stars are born and how they dieWeek 3Lesson 5Black HolesWhat we know, and don't know, about black holesLesson 6Our SunOur sun is vital to our existence. How does it work?Week 4Lesson 7The Planets: MercuryIt's fast, yet slow, hot yet cold? It's only slightly larger than Earth's Moon.Lesson 8The Planets: VenusNamed after the goddess of love, this planet is very different than its name. It’s the hottest planet in our solar system. How is it hotter than Mercury?Week 5Lesson 9The Planets: EarthOur home planet is very unique to other planets. How?Lesson 10The Planets: Earth's moonHuman's will be returning to the moon soon. How much do you know about it? Also, what's the deal with the various moon phases.Week 6Lesson 11The Planets: MarsOur red next door neighbor; and one we may soon colonize. It’s the only planet we know of inhabited entirely by robots.Lesson 12The Planets: JupiterThe largest planet in our solar system; and one of the often most misunderstood. Jupiter is also a world of extremes.Week 7Lesson 13The Planets: SaturnIt's many people's favorite planet. Adorned with a dazzling system of icy rings, Saturn is unique among the planets.Lesson 14The Planets: UranusThe planet with the funny name is not pronounced how you think. Uranus is the seventh planet from the Sun, and the third largest planet in our solar system. It appears to spin sideways.Week 8Lesson 15The Planets: NeptuneDark, cold and whipped by supersonic winds, giant Neptune is the eighth and most distant major planet orbiting our Sun.Lesson 16The Planets: PlutoPluto is by far the most famous dwarf planet. Discovered by Clyde Tombaugh in 1930, Pluto was long considered our solar system's ninth planet. But after other astronomers found similar intriguing worlds deeper in the distant Kuiper Belt – the IAU reclassified Pluto as a dwarf planet in 2006.
- Students will improve their understanding of gravity, our universe and solar system.
- Students will be able to compare/contrast the life cycles of stars according to their size.
- Students will be able to compare/contrast the planets in our solar system.
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Mastery Evaluation
Frequency: 1-2 throughout the classFeedback: includedDetails:Assessment
Frequency: 1-2 throughout the classDetails:
A dry erase board/marker or pencil/drawing paper. Students will be illustrating facts.
We will refer to the information provided by NASA at https://www.nasa.gov. We will also use video clips/assessments provided by BrainPOP.com
Teacher expertise and credentials
Georgia Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Bachelor's Degree from Shorter College
My first year of teaching in a classroom was 1998. Over the years I've taught science, history, geography, public speaking, math, language arts, health, etc. 25 years later, I'm still a classroom teacher. I've learned a lot about teaching. I...
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Group Class
$15
for 16 classes2x per week, 8 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-12
2-12 learners per class
