The History of Science
Explore how science has evolved and changed over the millennia, while learning about key scientific concepts, advances and historical figures!
Arwen Hubbard
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(825)
What's included
6 live meetings
5 in-class hoursHomework
Optional viewing material between classes will be posted in the classroom. Learners will not need to leave the Outschool classroom to view.Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
In this six week course, we we look at what science is and how it has developed over the past three millennia. We will examine key insights and influential figures from six different time periods. Some of the scientific ideas explored will include deductive and inductive reasoning, reductionism, empiricism, data collection, experimental design and more. Students will learn about influential scientific figure such as Aristotle, Bakr Al-Razi, Nicolas Copernicus, Issac Newton, Marie Currie and many others. We will investigate questions such as: - What is the difference between natural philosophy and science? - What role has mathematics played in science? - How has the scientific process changed over time? - What is the peer review process? - What important contributions have women scientists made? - How do modern universities work? Week One: Prehistory and the Greek Philosophers Week Two: The Islamic Golden Age Week Three: The Renaissance Week Four: The Enlightenment Week Five: Modern Science Week Six: Present Day and the Future of Science This is a highly interactive course. Students will learn through an image and video filled presentation and discussion. Students’ participation and questions are regularly encouraged. Classes are designed to encourage student engagement and follow their curiosity. Optional YouTube videos will be posted in the classroom between live meetings. Learners will not need to leave the Outschool classroom to view the extra videos. There is no textbook or outside material required.
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Joined December, 2019
4.9
825reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree from American Military University
Hello! My name is Arwen, and I am absolutely passionate about space science, the environment, and teaching! I offer courses about the solar system, planets, natural processes, soil, and the environment. I am a NASA Solar System Ambassador and science author. My Master's is in Space Science, and I have undergraduate degrees in Agricultural Ecology, and Natural Resource Management. I am currently working on a doctorate in STEM education.
I believe curiosity and learning are human instincts. I try to honor that by asking the learners lots of questions and encouraging them to think about information in new ways.
When not teaching, you can find me hosting "Found in Space: A Science Podcast for Kids and Teens" or playing Dungeons and Dragons and exploring the Southwest with my three homeschooled kiddos and our cat named Eratosthenes!
I like to keep class sizes small so each learner can get individualized and full attention. Please feel free to reach out.Reviews
Live Group Class
$89
for 6 classes1x per week, 6 weeks
50 min
Completed by 5 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-13
1-7 learners per class
