Physical Science Semester 1
Physical Science is an amazing course that is a perfect introduction to the miraculous environmental conditions necessary for life to exist, survive and thrive on this Big Blue Planet. It is presented from a Biblical Worldview and offers one high school credit. This foundational course is a combination of both an introduction to Chemistry (the study of matter), and an introduction to Physics (the study of motion). The conditions for life are much more than “just add water”. Get prepared for quite the adventure as we make one astonishing discovery after another enabling Earth to be quite a unique and marvelous place to call home!
Both semesters are self-paced, comprehensive, and combined, total 32 weeks of instruction. In each Physical Science course, Dr. Daniel Korow DVM presents the key concepts and ideas that makes Physical Science truly fascinating! He draws from many sources creating a total package that integrates General Science, Physical Science, Biology, Chemistry, Anatomy and Physiology, as well as his experiences as a veterinarian.
In addition, Dr. Dan’s course will help your student : “Learn how to learn” and remember those facts and names that seem to be mind boggling. This course is designed to make Science understandable. Memorization may work on the short term to get that “A” on an exam, but understanding and mastery of the material will last a lifetime!
Did you know?
Many of our local home schoolers using the Exploring Creation with Physical Science, 2nd Edition also complete the “On Your Own” questions in the text book as well as the Apologia’s self-tests in the Physical Science Test & Solutions book. Those homeschoolers are well prepared for later exams, testing and real-time use of their knowledge!
When both semesters are taken, they offer one high school credit.
Why Take Dr. Dan’s Physical Science Courses
- Learn Physical Science when your schedule permits throughout the Week
- Each video is a superior quality, fully illustrated, Power Point presentation
- The material for every module (week) is divided into several separate videos. On average each module has about 4 Class Videos. Watch them all at once for approximately 45 minutes to an hour of viewing, or watch one small segment each day during the school week.
- Watch the videos as many times as needed to master the material
- Hone your notetaking skills by pausing videos, slowing their speed, repeating the content
- Semester 1 Video Library includes over 75 videos –
Orientation to Physical Science (2) – Getting started
How to Study Mini-video series (5) – Life skills that will last a lifetime
Class Videos (73) – 16 weeks of material
- Study Helps – Charts (downloadable PDFs), Acronyms and Mneumonics – aid in comprehension while keeping the BIG picture
- Online Class Quizzing Over Each Module
Course Available Mid Summer 2018
A SNEAK PREVIEW OF THE FIRST FOUR WEEKS of the SEMESTER 1 Physical Science Course!
Orientation to Physical Science
Orientation Videos
- Orientation to Class 15:30
- Orientation to Lab 4:35
How to Study Mini-Series Videos
- Preparation Before Studying 10:09
- While You Study 5:14
- The Study Environment 3:38
- Study Helps 4:20
- Study Tricks 25:47
Module 1: An Introduction to Physical Science
Reading Assignment: Exploring Creation with Physical Science 2nd Edition by Wile Pages
Lecture Videos: The Study of Matter
- Overview of Physical Science 7:52
- The Study of Matter 17:04
- Measuring Matter: The Metric System 12:43
- Measuring Matter: Math 11:27
Lecture Quiz: The Study of Matter
Module 2: Unit Conversion
Reading Assignment: Exploring Creation with Physical Science 2nd Edition by Wile Pages
Lecture Videos: Unit Conversion and Concentration
- Unit Conversion: Introduction 7:43
- Unit Conversion: Five Easy Steps 6:41
- Unit Conversion: Practice Problems 10:30
- Concentration 7:38
Lecture Quiz: Unit Conversion and Concentration
Module 3: An Introduction to Air
Reading Assignment: Exploring Creation with Physical Science 2nd Edition by Wile Pages
Lecture Videos: Air
- Air: An Overview 6:13
- Air: An Introduction to Humidity 10:58
- Air : Three Types of Humidity 9:58
Lecture Quiz: An Introduction to Air
Module 4: Air Pollution
Reading Assignment: Exploring Creation with Physical Science 2nd Edition by Wile Pages
Lecture Videos: Air Pollution
- Unit Conversion : For Concentration 9:19
- Ozone 6:30
- Air Pollution: NO, Ozone, SO and CO 18:07
- Carbon Dioxide 14:12
Lecture Quiz: Air Pollution
Required for This Class
1) Included in the Total Course Price $ 199.00 per Semester
- Orientation Video Series – 2
- How to Study Mini-Series – 5
- Dan’s Physical Science CLASS Videos – 73
- Dan’s Physical Science CLASS Quizzes
- Dan’s Physical Science STUDY aids
2) Additional Purchases Necessary
- Exploring Creation in Physical Science Textbook, 2nd ed. by Jay Wile, Apologia Press (Text book)
- Exploring Creation in Physical Science Solutions Manual, 2nd ed. by Jay Wile, Apologia Press (Test & Solutions book). Both can be purchased individually or as a set. Many available online both new/used.
- As a Summary:
Who is this course designed for? Whether your learner loves, dislikes, or simply tolerates science, you’ll find that Dr. Dan’s Physical Science will open up a fun new way to approach the subject. Students benefit from Dr. Dan’s many years of Veterinary practice and teaching experience. Your child will be amazed at the unexpected and even silly things that Dr. Dan dreams up to make science fun and rewarding. Over the 16 week period, 73 videos cover the class material. Ideally, each video can be viewed more than once, paused, even slowed down or sped up for note taking or study purposes. Hearing Dr. Dan talk slowly will make you laugh and remember the material!
These videos are intended to engage the student into the masterpiece of God’s design.
Dr. Dan’s Physical Science Course will lay a firm groundwork for students who want to take Science to the College Level. Prior students have stated that this course was really helpful for the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) test and/or the Advanced Placement (AP) test. Many students also stated that they felt excellently prepared once they got to college!
If within the first 14 days (2 weeks ) of starting Dr Dan’s Physical Science course, you and your student feel like they are not ready for high school Physical Science, then please contact us! We will explore the various best options for learning, growth and excelling with Dr Dan’s Science!