Classroom Science: Matter and Energy
Enrich your science program with this K-12 methods course, designed to explore matter and energy. Topics include journaling; the study of matter; how light, heat, sound and electricity are used as energy sources. Study how food provides energy; how the five senses develop an understanding of matter and the states of matter.
This course is applicable towards the Physical Science Teaching Certificate.
Sam Jessup
Instructor
Education is a crucial part of helping others develop lifelong, critical thinking and learning skills. Students, no matter their age, are best served by becoming self-directed learners with their natural curiosities engaged. In my roles as an instructor, I have placed myself in the role as an encouraging lynchpin for positive learning and exploration. I have found the most success using the simple method of engaging those I am teaching with material they are eager to learn, showing them how it can be directly applicable and useful. Following the philosophy of actively demonstrating, then having the student demonstrate understanding. It is deeply satisfying, and I have been applying these principles for the last 18 years.