Description
Course Description
High school students will investigate 1- and 2-dimensional kinematics (the study of motion), 2-dimensional vectors, Newton’s laws, forces, gravity, fluids, work, energy, momentum, springs, waves, electricity, magnetism, and circuits in this year-long college-preparatory Physics course. They will come to appreciate the physics they use in their everyday lives.
Physics will be taught using various methods including engaging videos, hands-on activities and games, group discussions, individual projects, online simulations, and labs. Whenever possible, examples will be given so that students will understand how the topics they study are relevant to their lives.
Students should be prepared to complete weekly homework assignments (including hands-on and virtual labs) designed to aid them in understanding and practicing physics concepts. Since student success in the course depends on regular practice of the skills taught, a significant portion of the student’s final grade will be based on completing weekly homework assignments. (Note: homework is graded on completion, not based on correct or incorrect answers. While teacher feedback is given on student homework, points won’t be deducted for incorrect answers). Periodic graded tests will be given throughout the year to demonstrate mastery.
Because the course material will be taught using the instructor’s resources, no textbook purchase is required for this class. For students who learn best by reading, the free online Physics Classroom site provides a great supplement to the class.
Instructor: Dr. Kristin Moon ( kristin@fundafunda.com )
For: Grades 9 -12
Prerequisites: Algebra 1 and Geometry (or its equivalent)
Hours: 4-5 hours each week
Credit Hours: 1 High School Credit (on completion of both semesters)
Syllabus: Available here
Required Materials: In addition to a scientific calculator, some additional supplies are needed for hands-on investigations. Here is the supply list.
Fall Dates: August 17 – Dec 11 (with a week’s break over Thanksgiving)
Spring Dates: January 4 – April 30 (any week in March can be taken for Spring break)
Recommended self-paced math classes if a refresher is needed
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Jill S. –
Dr. Moon is a phenomenal science teacher! I have three high school students who have taken classes from her. She makes difficult material, like Physics, easy for them to understand. Dr. Moon is highly responsive and answers any questions very quickly. FundaFunda Physics has worked out very well for my students because of the flexibility of when they can do their work. This is a great class and I highly recommend it!
Asa –
Physics with Dr. Moon is a great class and I would very much recommend it. I have taken a few classes with Dr. Moon and she is very encouraging and a great teacher. She made my high school science classes very enjoyable. The FundaFunda class is easy to operate and worked well for me.
Silas –
I enjoyed Physics very much. Dr. Moon is an excellent teacher who explains the material well and is there to help you when you need it. FundaFunda was easy to understand and the interface works well. I’ve had a wonderful experience and would highly recommend Physics with Dr. Moon.
Julie Alexander –
My son is currently taking this physics course and is enjoying it. He didn’t like physics at a lower grade level, so I was a bit nervous going into this. However, he took Chemistry through Mrs. Moon’s FundaFunda course, and it went very well. The pace and workload are well balanced. Communication is excellent, and grading is prompt. My only regret is not finding Mrs. Moon’s courses sooner.