Science Research Classes for Homeschoolers

These classes start Oct. 30 at the new Firmly Planted Homeschool Resource Center in Vancouver, WA.  For a complete list of classes see: https://www.fphrc.org/

This year we are offering:

• Marine Biology (Focus on PNW)
• Science Research (Experimentation)

You might also be interested in classes from our friends at Creation Quest.  Learn More

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Science Research: Inquiry and Experimentation (10 weeks)

Joel and Roxanna Thomas have been teaching  Science Research Classes for 10 years and are bringing their expertise to the new Homeschool Resource Center this fall. Students will complete several research projects as we focus on the scientific method. Learn how to develop a question, form and test a hypothesis, analyze data, and present results. At the end of the class, students will have the opportunity to enter their projects in a science fair at the resource center in cooperation with Glen's Hands-On Gizmos. 

The specific focus will vary by grade.  Younger students will learn to form testable questions, plan experiments and carry them out.  Older students will focus on more abstract concepts including testing methods, data analysis and presentation of results.  All teaching at the center assumes a Christian worldview and that God is evident through scientific study.  See: Romans 1:20.

​Points of study may include: 

• Choosing a Question
• Forming a Hypothesis
• Background Research
• Avoiding Bias
• Setting Up the Experiment
• Controlling Variables
• Scientific Terms
• Science Fair

• Measurement
  
• Collecting Data
• Data Analysis
• Presenting Results
• Graphing
• Practice Experiment
• Public Speaking
• Research Paper Formats​

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Starting October 30, 2017 we are offering science research classes at 4 levels. Space is limited, sign up today. 

• ​PreK-1 Grade ($120 + $20/$40 Admin Fee)​
  •  Monday 9 am - 10 am (See: Resource Center Calendar)
  • 1 Hour Weekly Sessions (10 Total)
  • $100 teacher fee (sibling discount $20 off) + $20 materials fee + Admin Charged Separately by Resource Center $20 ($40 non-member)

 

• 1-4 Grade ($120 + $20/$40 Admin Fee)
  • Monday 10:30 - 11:30 (See: Resource Center Calendar)
  • 1 Hour Weekly Sessions (10 Total)
  • $100 teacher fee (sibling discount $20 off) + $20 materials fee + Admin Charged Separately by Resource Center $20 ($40 non-member)

 

• 5-8 Grade ($120 + $20/$40 Admin Fee)
  • Tuesday 12 pm - 1 pm (See: Resource Center Calendar)
  • 1 Hour Weekly Sessions (10 Total)
  • $100 teacher fee (sibling discount $20 off) + $20 materials fee + Admin Charged Separately by Resource Center $20 ($40 non-member)

 

• 9-12 Grade ($140 + $40/$80 Admin Fee)
  • Tuesday 1:30 - 3:30 pm​ (See: Resource Center Calendar)
  • 2 Hour Weekly Sessions (10 Total)
  • $100 teacher fee (sibling discount $20 off) + $40 materials fee + Admin Charged Separately by Resource Center $40 ($80 non-member)

Please Contact Us with any questions.  ~Joel & Roxy

Cost:
While our classes may not be the cheapest you'll encounter, they will be the best. The memories and high academic impact are far reaching. At Glen's Gizmos we have extensive resources and experience. We put this equipment and expertise to work for you. Expenses vary by age, mostly related to equipment and consumable costs. Laboratory supplies are a significant portion of the expense in many classes.

Each class fee has three parts. The first two are paid directly to Glen's Gizmos (Joel and Roxanna), they include payment for an instructor and materials. The third part is an admin fee per class hour. This portion of the bill will be paid separately to the resource center either before or after paying Glen's Gizmos. Generally it is $2 per class hour for member families and $4 for non members. This makes most 10 week hour long classes an extra $20 or $40. Admin fees pay directly for operations at the Homeschool Resource Center and keep the lights on. If you have questions about the admin fee or membership please contact the Resource Center and visit the FAQ Page.