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Space Mission 2: Black Holes & Exoplanets (SP-Ages 10-14)
Kristina RI. (MAT BBA. AA. Spanish. TEFL)
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Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(174)
In this self-paced class, students enjoy an in-depth introduction of Black Holes & Exoplanets: learning types & categories, where they are found & why they are important to humans in this exciting, interactive & fun Space course. #academic
Class experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
Aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
As Space is becoming increasingly important in most countries around the world, especially given the amount of Space travel that has recently increased, it is more and more important for our children to know, at least basic knowledge about the Space around us, including all scientists have now learned about Black Holes & Exoplanets! Plus, most learners find this topic to be extremely interesting as their young minds get to explore the possibilities of Space: making it perfect for the explorer...
5 units//16 lessons//8 Weeks
Unit 1Introduction to Black Holes & Their TypesIntroduction to Black Holes & Their Types4 lessons2 WeeksWeek 1Lesson 1Black Holes: Terms to KnowDuring this first lesson, we will cover key terminology which will help us understand how black holes work. We will look at Matter, Mass, and Gravity.Lesson 2Black Holes: Black Holes & Their PartsIn this second lesson, we will learn the definition of a black hole, discuss how it works, and identify the individual parts of a black hole.Week 2Lesson 3Types of Black Holes-Terms to KnowDuring this lesson, we will cover the important terms to understand to help us describe the types of black holes. Terms covered are Solar Mass & Quasar.Lesson 4Types of Black HolesFor this lesson, we will discuss the 4 basic Types of Black Holes from the smallest to the largest. We will dive into how scientists believe the different types are formed, and how massive they can be as well.Unit 2Finding Black Holes & Why they are ImportantFinding Black Holes & Why they are Important4 lessons2 WeeksWeek 3Lesson 5How To Find Black Holes & How Many ExistDuring this lesson, we will discuss how we "see" black holes in space. We will look at specific technology utilized, and how we can identify & find them. We will also take a look into how many black holes exist in the the vastness of space. You will be shocked when you find out how many scientists believe are out there!Lesson 6The Closest & Farthest Black Holes from EarthIn this lesson, we uncover the amazing black holes that are the closest and the farthest away from our beautiful, blue planet, Earth. We will also learn some new terms such as, Astronomical Unit & Light-Year.Week 4Lesson 7Why are Black Holes ImportantThis lesson covers the importance of black holes, and how they help our galaxy and universe to thrive, as well as what they do to spread the elements throughout space.Lesson 8Falling into a Black HoleDuring this lesson, we will discover what it would be like to fall into a black hole. We will review the parts of a black hole as we swirl around, orbiting it, then we will fall into the center of a black hole and discuss what mysteries might await us there. It is sure to be an outstanding trip...have fun with this one!Unit 3Introduction to Exoplanets & How We Find ThemIntroduction to Exoplanets & How We Find Them2 lessons1 WeekWeek 5Lesson 9Introducing ExoplanetsToday's lesson is an introduction into Exoplanets and the NASA Exoplanet catalog. We will look at what an exoplanet is, how many exoplanets have been discovered, and will learn some new vocabulary along the way (Planetary System, Host Star, etc.), and how we name the Exoplanets.Lesson 10Ways Humans Find ExoplanetsThis lesson covers the 5 basic ways humans are using technology to find Exoplanets and discover more about them. We will look specifically at Transit, Radial Velocity, Gravitational Microlensing, Direct Imaging, and Astrometry.Unit 4Exoplanet Types & The Closest and Farthest from EarthExoplanet Types & The Closest and Farthest from Earth4 lessons2 WeeksWeek 6Lesson 11Exoplanets & Important TerminologyDuring this lesson, we will learn important terminology that will help us as we dive more into Exoplanets. Mainly, we will learn about Light-Years, Habitable Zones, Astronomical Units, and more.Lesson 12Super-Earths & the Closest Exoplanet to EarthToday's lesson covers a type of Exoplanet called a Super-Earth, as well as the Alpha Centauri star system, and closest system to Earth, Proxima Centauri. We will discuss the closest exoplanet in detail as well. Get ready to be amazed!Week 7Lesson 13Types of ExoplanetsIn this lesson, we will cover additional types of Exoplanets, such as Gas Giants, Super Jupiters, Mini-Neptunes, Terrestrial, Lava Worlds, Hot Exoplanets, and so much more.Lesson 14The Farthest Exoplanet from EarthDuring this lesson, we will learn about the stars in our galaxy, the Milky Way, and discover the Exoplanet that is farthest from Earth, how far away it orbits its star, what type of planet it is, as well as how long it would take us to make it there at our current technology.Unit 5The Importance of ExoplanetsThe Importance of Exoplanets2 lessons1 WeekWeek 8Lesson 15Why are Exoplanets ImportantThis is our last video lesson for Space Mission 2, so we will discuss why Exoplanets are so important to humans. What we can learn from them, and how they might help us in the future.Lesson 16Reviewing ExoplanetsThis lesson offers a review link to a fun, review game which you can play to challenge yourself and all you have learned about Exoplanets. Take the challenge and quiz yourself!
Students will be able to describe what a black hole is; identify the types of black holes, and tell how they are formed, where they are found, and explain why they are important. Students will also be able to describe what Exoplanets are; identify ways we can find them; as well as discover the closest & farthest Exoplanets from Earth & their unique planetary systems.
I have always had a love of space, from the moment my grandpa, an amateur astronomer, let me look through the 10-foot telescope he built all by himself, to watching shuttles & satellites lift into the sky, and watching some fall back to the earth. I have spotted some of the largest dust storms to hit Mars, and have enjoyed looking at the various craters on our Moon and seeing the rings around Saturn, all from my own backyard in Missouri & while using other telescopes my grandpa and I built together. I have never ceased my exploration and search, looking to the skies to watch for eclipses, comets, and so much more! My love of all things Space has only increased with time, and I feel it is the next great wave of the future! As a teacher with a Master’s Degree in Teaching & over 30 years of experience working with children of various ages, and more than 5 years teaching students about Space, as well as other Science-related subject-matter, I love sharing my knowledge with the next generation. My hope is to instill the awe-inspiring beauty the Unknown Universe holds, as well as encourage students to dream and believe! I hope to see you in class as we Blast-Off to Space!
Homework Offered
Assessments Offered
There is no formal assessment for this course, however, the teacher will utilize a variety of methods to determine that learning has occurred, including: interactive games & online class polls, as well as other fun, interactive activities.Grades Offered
Grades will be provided upon written request. The request should be made before the end of the 8-week class date.
Any learning materials needed will be available for download in the Outschool classroom.
As this is a Self-Paced class, parents will need to encourage & help students log on to Outschool and access the weekly, teacher-created videos, along with other learning materials teacher will post to our Outschool Classroom page. *Videos & the learning materials associated with these will be available each week. *Notes will also be available for each lesson.
Various website will be utilized by the teacher during the presentation of material, including those for game-based and visual learning. Teacher will have lessons and assignments, as well as videos and more learning materials available before and/or after the lesson in the classroom. Youtube video links will also be posted in the Outschool classroom for use as additional learning. Nasa.gov will be used at times to showcase certain information, graphs, etc.
Rising Star
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(174)
Hello and welcome to the Space & Tech Learning Emporium wtih Teacher Kristina RI.! I have been a teacher for over 13 years, and love working with learners of all ages! In my free time, I love spending time with my family, playing a variety of...
Self-Paced Class
$19
weekly or $150 for all content16 pre-recorded lessons
8 weeks of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content
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Ages: 10-14
