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Unveiling the Secrets of the Scientific Method
In this 10 week course, learners will create their own science experiment from start to finish.
Class Experience
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
In this class we will cover the Scientific Method. Learners will be creating, designing, and executing their own experiment from start to finish. We will use a variety of methods to teach and understand this process. I am a big believer in "doing" and "contributing" which means that students will have many opportunities to collaborate and share what they have learned. We will be using games, break out sessions, and individual work. In week 3 we will be conducting a class experiment. The...
10 lessons//10 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Introduction to the Scientific Method (and each other!)Week 2Lesson 2Steps of the Scientific MethodWeek 3Lesson 3Experiment and overview of Scientific Method stepsWeek 4Lesson 4Formulation of a Research QuestionWeek 5Lesson 5How to Formulate a Testable HypothesisWeek 6Lesson 6Determining our Method and MaterialsWeek 7Lesson 7Lab Safety and Conduct Experiment at home!Week 8Lesson 8How to Analyze our Data / Finalize our Lab ReportWeek 9Lesson 9Presentations!Week 10Lesson 10Finish up Presentations and Celebration!
- 1. Understand the components and steps of the scientific method. 2. Develop testable hypotheses and design experiments. 3. Collect, analyze, and interpret data.
I have over 15 years experience in clinical research (including translational research). I also have my BSc in biology and an advanced diploma in Biotechnology Research.
1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Homework
Frequency: available upon requestFeedback: available upon requestDetails: Each week learners will leave class with a new understanding of the scientific method. They will use the concepts they learn in class to create their own experiment. The homework will be to complete a section of the scientific method in order to build up to completion of their experiment.
Learners will need supplies for their chosen experiments. This is not possible to provide in advance as experiments are student led. Students will be finalizing their topic of choice by week 4. We will also be completing an experiment together in week 3. For this experiment, learners will need the following: -Empty Bottle - Funnel (that fits into the bottle) - play dough / clay - water in a beaker / glass - towels in case of mess!
Students will be designing and executing their own experiment. Parental involvement will be needed depending on the experiment the child chooses. (May need assistance with prep and safety) Teacher will guide students away from potentially harmful experiments (ie no explosions, strong acids or bases, etc). Parent involvement will be outside of live class time (homework help)
Students will be working in breakout sessions and will do basic research on the internet as a group activity, and individually. Students will be taught about scientific sources (journals) vs general sources (wikipedia)
Joined May, 2022
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Teaching Certificates
Non-US Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Non-US Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
2 Degrees
Bachelor's Degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from University of Guelph
Associate's Degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from Seneca College
My Name is Alex. I am an enthusiastic teacher who loves all things science and research based. I also love to teach English as a second language. I am a former Clinical Research Coordinator who has decided to light up the minds of the next...
Group Class
$10
weekly or $100 for 10 classes1x per week, 10 weeks
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
5-10 learners per class
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