The Scholars’ Club: Scientific Papers Discussion Group
Explore cutting-edge physics, earth, and space science while developing research, critical thinking, and discussion skills!
Arwen Hubbard
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(819)
What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
US Grade 10 - 12
In this ongoing discussion group, learners will read and discuss scientific papers. Reading and analyzing scientific literate is one of the most important skills a scientist or scholar of any field must develop. In this class, learners practice this critical skill while learning about cutting-edge research in the fields of physics, earth, and space science. Learners will practice: - Reading critically - Analyzing information - Critical thinking - Academic discourse The instructor will guide the group discussion, presenting discussion questions, additional background information, and encouraging respectful participation. This is a highly interactive class. The group will vote on what papers they are most interested in exploring from a list presented by the instructor from open-access journals such as: The Planetary Science Journal The Astrophysical Journal PLOS ONE - Earth Sciences Geosciences New Journal of Physics Nature Communications PDFs will be provided for each paper.
Learning Goals
Learners will need to read the paper between meetings.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
We will read papers from open-access, peer-reviewed journals. All articles will be provided in the classroom in PDF form.
Supply List
Learners are encouraged to keep a notes binder. Some learners may find it helpful to print out the articles if they have access to a printer.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined December, 2019
4.9
819reviews
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 big, fluffy orange cat named Moose!
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
$15
weekly1x per week
45 min
Completed by 12 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 15-18
1-6 learners per class
