What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
includedAssessment
includedGrading
includedClass Experience
US Grade 7 - 10
Welcome to our dynamic Physical Science course! Get ready for comprehensive coverage of NGSS standards over a 28 week cycle, exploring topics like forces, energy, motion, and chemistry. Our classes are designed for active engagement, featuring interactive sessions, discussions, videos, and games, complemented by hands-on activities for deeper understanding. Experience a variety of teaching methods including visual aids, demonstrations, group activities, and multimedia resources. With a student-centered approach, we emphasize participation, creativity, and critical thinking, encouraging questions and collaboration. Expect ample opportunities for interaction with both peers and instructors through lectures, discussions, games, and optional sharing of doodle art notes for feedback and discussion. What to expect in the coming weeks: June 3-7 Elements, Compounds, Mixtures June 10-14 Density June 17-21 Physical and Chemical Changes June 24-28 Atomic Theory and Structure July 1-5 Periodic Table & Bhor Mods July 8-12 Chemical Bonds and Lewis Dot Structures July 15-19 Chemical Reactions July 22-26 Metric Conversions July 29-Aug 2Motion: Speed and Velocity Aug 5-9 Acceleration and DIstance time graphs Aug 12-16 Momentum Aug 19-23 Newtons Laws Aug 26-30 Work and Power Sep 2-6 Simple Machines Sep 9-13 KE and PE Sep 16-20 Electricity and Magnetism Sep 23-27 Light and Optics Sep 30-Oct 4 Elements, Compounds, Mixtures Oct 7-11 States of Matter Oct 14-18 Density & Solubility Oct 21-25 Physical and Chemical Changes/Properties Oct 28-Nov 1 Atomic Structure Nov 4-8 Atomic Theory Nov 11-15 Periodic Table and Trends Nov 18-22 Modeling Atoms (Valence E-, L.D.S, & Bhor Models) Nov 25-29 Holiday Dec 2-6 Ions and Isotopes Dec 9-13 Chemical Bonds: Covalent Dec 16-20 Chemical Bonds: Ionic Dec 23-27 Holiday Dec 30-Jan 3 Holiday Jan 6- Jan 10 Acid and Bases (and Reactions) Jan 13-Jan17 Chemical Reactions Jan 20-Jan 24Balancing Chemical Equations Jan 27-Jan 31 Metric Conversions Feb 3-7 Newtons Laws: F, m, a Feb 10-14 Motion Part 1: Types of Motion (speed and velocity) Feb 17-24 Motion Part 2: Momentum and Acceleration Mar 3-7 Motion Part 3: Distance, Speed, Velocity, and time graphs Mar 10-14 Work and Power Mar 17-21 Forms of Energy Mar 24-28 PE and KE Mar 31-April 4Energy Transfer April 7-11 Waves April 14-18 Electricity April 21-25 Magnetism April 28-May 2Earths Physical Processes
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Learning Needs
Sketchnoting supports neurodiverse learners with non-linear thinking. Iconography & visual metaphor aid comprehension, accommodating diverse styles. Flexible & intuitive, it enhances retention through multisensory learning.
Parental Guidance
Blooket is a third-party tool that will be used for in-class games and bonus homework assignments. There is no account required.
Supply List
Something to draw on and something to draw with
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Teacher expertise and credentials
4 teachers have teaching certificates
Georgia Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
Georgia Teaching Certificate in Special Education
North Carolina Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education
4 teachers have a Graduate degree
Doctoral Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from University of Arts in Belgrade
Master's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from University of Arts in Belgrade
Master's Degree in Education from Georgia College and State University
Master's Degree in Education from University of Georgia
Master's Degree in Education from Georgia State University
9 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in English from Kennesaw State University
Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science from Vassar College
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Georgia Southern University
Bachelor's Degree in Communications from Ramapo College of New Jersey
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from University of Georgia
Bachelor's Degree in Education from UNCP
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Oglethorpe University
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Hampshire College
Bachelor's Degree in History from Georgia State University
Meet Allie Baker, a seasoned educator with a decade's expertise in secondary science. From biology to physics and chemistry, she navigates the realms of science with curious high school minds. When not wielding a whiteboard marker, she enjoys outdoor pursuits and family Nerf battles. Inspired into teaching by a college "aha" moment in biology class, Allie finds true joy in fostering connections and igniting understanding in her students. Join her on this educational journey where science meets fun. Here's to an exciting learning adventure together!
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Live Group Class
$18
weekly1x per week
55 min
Completed by 48 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-16
1-10 learners per class