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Middle School Experimental Design
In this ongoing class, students will participate in weekly experiments from the disciplines of physics, anatomy, biology, chemistry, physical science, and earth and environmental science while being introduced to the experimental design.
Class Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Beginner Level
Aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
Experimentation is the heart and soul of science. It's what drives us to discover new things, push the boundaries of our understanding, and uncover the mysteries of the universe. And in my Outschool ongoing middle school science class, scientific experimentation is front and center. With a focus on hands-on learning, students get to roll up their sleeves and dive into all kinds of exciting experiments - from testing chemical reactions to exploring sound waves to dissecting frogs (yes,...
30 lessons//30 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Alka Seltzer Lab-Chemistry/BiologyMaterials Needed: -6 Alka Seltzer Tablets -3 Cups Cold Water -3 Cups Hot Water -Stopwatch -Thermometer -CupsWeek 2Lesson 2Cellular Respiration Lab-BiologyMaterials Needed: -Packet of Yeast (Not Instant/Rapid Rise) -Warm Water -3 Types of Cereal that are easy to crush (Chex, Cheerios, or Frosted Flakes) -3 Small Plastic Ziploc Bags -1/2 Cup Measuring Cup -Cups -Metric RulerWeek 3Lesson 3Acid-Base Titration-ChemistryMaterials Needed: -Disposable Pipette or Eye Dropper -Baking Soda -Water -Cups -Vinegar -PhenolphthaleinWeek 4Lesson 4Photosynthesis Lab-BiologyMaterials Needed: -20 mL Syringe (without needle) -10 Spinach Leaves -Single Hole Punch or Metal Straw -Baking Soda -2 Cups -Flashlight or Light SourceWeek 5Lesson 5States of Matter Lab-ChemistryMaterials Needed: -Hot Plate -Ice -2 Beakers or Heat Resistant Cups -Thermometer -Food Coloring -Timer or Phone -Stirring RodWeek 6Lesson 6Chemical Reactions-ChemistryMaterials Needed: (Part 1) -40 mL Hydrogen Peroxide -40 mL bleach -2 glass beakers -balloon -Erlenmeyer Flask (Part 2) -30 mL Hydrogen Peroxide -plastic cup -1 tsp dry yeast (Part 3) -1 Tbsp Lemon Juice -Small Cup -1 Tbsp Baking Soda (Part 4) -100 mL Water -1 tsp. Sodium Carbonate -2 plastic cups -2 stirring rods -1 Tbsp Magnesium Sulfate (Epsom Salt)Week 7Lesson 7Digestion Lab-Biology/AnatomyMaterials Needed: -Crackers -Banana, Water -Cocoa Powder -Ziploc Bag -Pantyhose -Cup -Paper TowelWeek 8Lesson 8Chicken Wing Dissection-Biology/AnatomyMaterials Needed: -Chicken Wing -Gloves -Dissecting ToolsWeek 9Lesson 9Osmosis and Diffusion-BiologyMaterials Needed: -Ziploc Bag (as thin as you can get) -sugar -Iodine -corn starch -water -Scientific Glucose Test Strips-https://www.homesciencetools.com/product/glucose-test-strips-10-pack/ NOTE: The test strips used for diabetes testing will not work.Week 10Lesson 10Bubbles Lab-Chemistry/PhysicsMaterials Needed: -Water -1/2 cup cornstarch -1 Tbsp Baking Powder -1 Tbsp. Glycerin -1/2 cup blue Dawn dish soap -Wand to Blow BubblesWeek 11Lesson 11Fruit Oxidation Lab-Chemistry/BiologyMaterials Needed: -Water -1 tsp. Salt -1 Tbsp. Sugar -Pure Lemon Juice -Milk -Vinegar -Apple -Ziploc BagsWeek 12Lesson 12Making Ice Cream Lab-Chemistry/PhysicsMaterials Needed: -Measuring Cups and Spoons -Sugar -Half and Half or Heavy Whipping Cream -Vanilla Extract -Table Salt or Rock Salt -Ice Cubes -Pint Size Ziploc Bags -Gallon Size Ziploc Bags -Towel -TimerWeek 13Lesson 13Aluminum Boats Lab- Earth Science/Chemistry/BiologyMaterials Needed: -Aluminum Foil -Container with Water Deep and Large Enough to Float the Boat -200-300 pennies (to use as weights)Week 14Lesson 14Strawberry DNA-BiologyMaterials Needed: -Measuring Cups and Spoons -1/2 cup 70% isopropyl alcohol -salt -water -1 Tbsp dishwashing liquid (like Dawn) -Small Bowl -Cheesecloth -Funnel -Tall Drinking Glass -3-4 Strawberries -Resealable Ziploc Bag -Small Glass Jar -Bamboo Skewer or ChopstickWeek 15Lesson 15Making and Testing Slime Lab-ChemistryMaterials Needed: -Shaving Cream -Saline Solution (Contact Lens Solution) -Elmer's Glue -Borax (20 Mule Team Laundry Booster)Week 16Lesson 16Enzymes Lab-Biology/ChemistryMaterials Needed: -5 Slivers of Beef Liver -Hot Water Bath -Ice Bath -Hydrogen Peroxide -VinegarWeek 17Lesson 17Frog Dissection Lab-BiologyMaterials Needed: -Preserved Frog -Dissection Kit -GlovesWeek 18Lesson 18Popcorn Graphing Lab-PhysicsMaterials Needed: -250 Pop Corn Kernels -Balance -Computer with access to Google SheetsWeek 19Lesson 19Enzyme Lab-BiologyMaterials Needed: -Lactaid -Powdered or Liquid Milk -Glucose -Scientific Glucose Test Strips-https://www.homesciencetools.com/product/glucose-test-strips-10-pack/ NOTE: The test strips used for diabetes testing will not work. -Vinegar -Medicine DropperWeek 20Lesson 20Momentum Lab-PhysicsMaterials Needed: -2 Rulers with Center Grooves -10 marbles -Balance (Scale)Week 21Lesson 21Building a Roller Coaster Lab-PhysicsMaterials Needed: -Construction Paper -Tape -Scissors -Small MarbleWeek 22Lesson 22Build a Catapult Lab-PhysicsMaterials Needed: -8-10 Popsicle Sticks -5-8 Thick Rubber bands -Screw Top Lid from a 20 oz Soda -Strong Glue like Gorilla Glue -Wadded up Piece of Paper, Ping Pong Ball, and a golf ballWeek 23Lesson 23Naked Egg Lab-BiologyMaterials Needed: -2 Eggs -Water -Corn Syrup -Vinegar -Balance (Scale)Week 24Lesson 24Penny Reactions Lab-ChemistryMaterials Needed: -10 Pennies with residue on them (not shiny new pennies) -Coke -Vinegar -Salt -Apple Juice -Water -Ketchup -Lemon Juice -Baking SodaWeek 25Lesson 25Mystery Powders Lab-ChemistryMaterials Needed: -Corn Starch -Baking Soda -Flour -Powdered Sugar -Water, Vinegar -Iodine Solution -Aluminum Foil -Small CandleWeek 26Lesson 26Rocket Lab-Chemistry/PhysicsMaterials Needed: Film Canister--https://www.homesciencetools.com/product/clear-plastic-film-canister/ -Alka Seltzer -Meter Stick -WaterWeek 27Lesson 27Paper Towel Lab-Scientific InquiryMaterials Needed: -3 different types of paper towels -water -pennies -stop watchWeek 28Lesson 28Pendulum Lab-PhysicsMaterials Needed: -String -Mass to Hang at the End of the String -Stop Watch -Meter Stick -Balance (Scale)Week 29Lesson 29Air Bag Lab-Chemistry/PhysicsMaterials Needed: -Several Zip Loc Bags -Baking Soda -Vinegar -Balance (Scale)Week 30Lesson 30Density Column Lab-Chemistry/PhysicsMaterials Needed: -1 Tbsp. Dark corn syrup -1 Tbsp. Dish soap -1 Tbsp. Water -1 Tbsp. Vegetable oil -1 Tbsp. Vinegar -Clear Plastic cup, 16-oz -Liquid food coloring
This class is taught in English.
- Students will learn how to set up an experiment using the scientific method and learn the science principles behind the experiment.
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Mastery Evaluation
Frequency: includedFeedback: as neededDetails: Personal Feedback in ClassroomLetter Grade
Frequency: includedDetails: Students can get a completion certificate for the sessions of the class attended.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
This class does involve scientific experimentation and parental support should be provided. The chemicals being used in the class are household chemicals that pose little risk to students but parent should be supervising their student during the class. Hot plates or a stove will be needed for some experiments and parent should guide the student in its operation.
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Group Class
$14
weekly or $400 for 30 classes1x per week, 30 weeks
50 min
Completed by 8 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-14
2-6 learners per class