Twisted Universe: Using Math to Understand Space (Ongoing)
Kelly McGrath
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Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(827)
In this ongoing class learners will use math to explore and understand space topics and understand how math has made astronomy into an exciting branch of science. #academic
Class experience
US Grade 3 - 6
It's fun to learn abut space, but sometimes it can be hard to understand how we know things and why they happen. For example, how do we know we live in a spiral galaxy? How do we know how hot stars are? Why do black holes form? How did meteorites help our solar system form? In order to answer these questions astronomers need to be able to use math! Math is an exact science that allows us to understand the universe and our part of it. Join me in our exploration of the universe and discover...
Students will understand that math is an important part of studying space and they will learn specific ways they can use math to understand some popular space concepts.
I specialize in finding fun twists to standard curriculum to help my students build critical thinking skills as well as scientific knowledge. By adding a new twist to a familiar topic we can expand our thinking to include new possibilities. I have taught math to homeschool students for the last 15 years and during that time I have developed many teaching techniques and hands-on projects to help students explore concepts in new and exciting ways.
Blank sheets of paper, pencils, coloring utensils, calculator, and a ruler. There will occasionally be a printout as well.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Learners should understand how to add, subtract, multiply, and divide before entering class.
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Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(827)
Hi! I'm Kelly McGrath and I'm excited to help your child learn! I teach all core subjects but I add a special twist to each one. I want to help your child learn a new way to see the world, one class at a time. I believe that all children can...
Group Class
$16
weekly1x per week
50 min
Completed by 221 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
2-8 learners per class
