
Upper Primary Physics
| 5th & 6th Grade
Objects float and objects fly -- through this course, you'll understand why.
Using Noeo Science curriculum, this course offers upper primary physics with a balance between the classical method and the Charlotte Mason approach to science. Instead of rote memorization or tests, it emphasizes narration and summarization, development of natural curiosity, vocabulary development, observation, and the scientific method. You will learn about topics such as energy, various forces, Archimedes, flight, and engines. With an emphasis on cultivating a sense of wonder and discovery, students are guided to discover the nature and power of God.
Energy
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What Makes Things Change
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How We Use Energy
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Heat and Radioactivity
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Nuclear Power and Forces

This course will not open.
Spring Semester 2025​
Program Dates:
Jan 27, 2025 - June 6, 2025​​
Tentative Schedule*:
Mon, Wed, & Fri
11:00am-12:15pm PST
*Class schedule may be modified to meet student needs. See FAQ for more info.
Price**:
$510
**Discount available. See FAQ for more info.
Enrollment Closes:
Jan 27, 2025
What You'll Learn​​​​​
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Students will develop a foundational understanding of key scientific concepts and terminology while learning to apply the scientific method through experiments and investigations. They will analyze data, communicate findings through reports and presentations, and explore the connections between science, technology, and societal issues. This course also fosters an appreciation for the natural world and the importance of environmental stewardship, encouraging students to discover the attributes of God through nature.
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By the end of the course, students will be able to:​
✓Articulate how energy works, how we measure it, and how it changes.
✓Explain how energy is used in movement, and the forces that make things in the world move the way they do.
✓Articulate how Archimedes discovered the principles of how objects float, and explain those principles.
✓Explain the physical laws behind how things fly.
Your Instructor

Mr. Raymond Kwon has a B.S. in Psychobiology from UCLA. While at UCLA, he engaged in Clinical Psychology research and examined how various racial and weight stigmas can affect one's mental and physical health. He hopes to carry on those same studies as a physician, who is primarily centered around bringing resources to those underrepresented and underserved. Furthermore, in undergrad he tutored Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and teaching English to North Korean defectors through the Aurora tutoring program. Mr. Kwon felt a great conviction to help the North Korean people and previously worked as a Liaison for Liberty in North Korea, a nonprofit focused on bringing aid and awareness to the truths in North Korea. Mr. Kwon also serves as Inreach Coordinator for his home church, New Life Oasis Church Remnant, where he works in curating fellowship events and participating in administrative tasks.
Other than these activities, Mr. Kwon loves participating in anything physically active that includes: running, tennis, golfing, and playing basketball. Mr. Kwon’s favorite bible verse is Deuteronomy 31:6 (NIV): “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.”

Course Information ​
Course-Specific Required Texts and Materials:
The cost of the course does not cover books and materials.
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Noeo Science Physics 2 Lab Manual
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Noeo Science Physics 2 Experiment Guide
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Noeo Science Physics 2 Experiment Kits 1-4
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Along Came Galileo, by Jeanne Bendick
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Archimedes and the Door of Science, by Jeanne Bendick
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Gizmos and Gadgets, by Jill Frankel Hauser
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Smithsonian Explanatorium of Science, by DK
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The Usborne Science Encyclopedia, by Kirsteen Robson
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Laptop or tablet for research and note taking
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Post-it notes and sticky tabs
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A physical or digital planner
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General Technical Requirements:
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Laptop or Desktop
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Please use a reliable laptop or desktop with a processor with a speed of 1 GHz or better on one of the following operating systems: Mac OS X with Mac OS 10.7 or later; Windows 10, 8, 7, Vista (with SP1 or later) or XP (with SP3 or later). An inexpensive laptop or netbook is preferred, as they enable you to plug an Ethernet cable directly into your computer. Students are only permitted to use phones for the Zoom sessions in cases of emergency. Note: It is significantly better to use an Ethernet cable to wire into a router rather than using WiFi, as WiFi signals can be notoriously unreliable based on device, distance to router, and interference from other electronics nearby
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High-Speed Internet Connection
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You will also need a reliable high-speed internet connection, ideally through an Ethernet cable directly connected to your computer. While Wi-Fi can work, it may not provide the best performance in terms of bandwidth. A faster internet connection will improve your experience, and we recommend a minimum download/upload speed of 5/1.5 Mbps. Depending on your location, you may also need to purchase a VPN to access Google Classroom, Google Suite, and Gmail.
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Zoom
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For our classes, we use Zoom, a web conferencing platform that allows students and instructors to connect face-to-face in real time, no matter where they are in the world. Zoom is free to download and simple to use. Click here to download Zoom.
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See §VII in the VOA Parent-Student Handbook for more information about our technical requirements.​
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