Particle Physics & Science Research Semester Course!
In this course, we'll discuss exciting topics in physics and science each week! Note: There are 2 versions this course, A (Fall) & B (Spring), which cover different topics. Students can take these courses in any order.
Quantum Physics for Kids
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What's included
14 live meetings
11 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. Additional optional homework activities will be provided after each class session.Certificate of Completion
Students may request a Certificate of Completion from the instructor at the end of the course.Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
In this 14-session semester course , we'll explore a wide variety of topics in particle physics and science research! Topics to be investigated include: 1. New developments in particle physics and astrophysics 2. News about science research and innovative science-based businesses 3. Citizen science projects 4. Award-winning and historically significant physics/science researchers and their work Each class session will have a specified curriculum, plus there will be time for student discussion and sharing of student interests. This course aims to support a community of young learners excited to discuss and explore physics & science concepts! Please Note: there are 2 parts this course, A and B, which cover different topics. Students can take them in any order. Weekly Class Topics: Session 1: Recent Nobel Prize Winners in Physics Session 2: Recent Nobel Prize Winners in Chemistry Session 3: Earthshot Prize Session 4: The Invention Convention Session 5: Unidentified Aerial Phenomena Session 6: NASA Lucy Mission to Trojan Asteroids Session 7: SMASH Theory of Particle Physics Session 8: Biomimicry & Inventions Session 9: Quantum Computers & Wormholes Session 10: Exploring Gravity Session 11: Student Presentations & NASA Kennedy Space Center Session 12: The Search for Habitable Planets Session 13: On Being Round Session 14: Qubits vs. Regular Bits
Learning Goals
This course provides an opportunity to investigate physics and science concepts, and expand learning with current topics in physics and science concepts.
Syllabus
14 Lessons
over 14 WeeksLesson 1:
Session 1: Recent Nobel Prize Winners in Physics
- Nobel Prize Winners in Physics 2022 - The first photon entanglement experiments
- Concepts of quantum entanglement and quantum teleportation; discuss the fields of quantum information science & quantum computing 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Session 2: Recent Nobel Prize Winners in Chemistry
- Nobel Prize Winners in Chemistry 2022
- Click Chemistry & Bioorthogonal Reactions innovations 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Session 3: Earthshot Prize
- The Earthshot Prize and latest winners
- Innovations in restoring the environment and protecting the planet 50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Session 4: The Invention Convention
- The Invention Convention
- Exploring inventions made by young inventors 50 mins online live lesson
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External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
This course is taught by Quantum Physics for Kids instructor Prof. Mark Baraket (M.S. Astrophysics), a professional astrophysicist with a commitment to teaching the next generation of scientists. Quantum Physics for Kids is dedicated to introducing young students to the amazing world of quantum physics, invention & science research! We've been offering STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) classes and creating educational materials for students of all ages for over 15 years. We're excited to share this course content with more students through Outschool. Reviews
Live Group Course
$16
weekly or $224 for 14 classes1x per week, 14 weeks
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
6-12 learners per class
