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Homeschool Moms Science Podcast

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Hosted by a homeschool dad / former college professor. The purpose of this podcast to encourage and equip homeschool moms to teach science (6th - 12th grade) and to make it interesting and enjoyable for students (and mom). Some topics include: order of science classes, prep for ACT, teaching college prep vs. "non-science" students, labs and lab reports, lots of stories from teaching thousands of university and homeschooled students, teaching biology, chemistry, physics, and anatomy & physiology, Q and A's with homeschool moms, and much more.

Location:

United States

Description:

Hosted by a homeschool dad / former college professor. The purpose of this podcast to encourage and equip homeschool moms to teach science (6th - 12th grade) and to make it interesting and enjoyable for students (and mom). Some topics include: order of science classes, prep for ACT, teaching college prep vs. "non-science" students, labs and lab reports, lots of stories from teaching thousands of university and homeschooled students, teaching biology, chemistry, physics, and anatomy & physiology, Q and A's with homeschool moms, and much more.

Language:

English

Contact:

8889178793


Episodes
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When to Start Homeschool High School Level Science Classes

7/27/2022
A discussion of the sequence and level of homeschool high school science.

Duration:00:08:38

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The Difference Between Marine Biology & Marine Science

8/30/2021
We cover the need for high school students to be exposed to marine study and the case for marine science rather than marine biology.

Duration:00:09:34

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Math! For "Non-Math" Students

2/26/2021
This episode covers the concept of teaching math and science differently for two groups of students: 1. students who will likely be math or science college majors, and 2. students who may attend college but will likely not be math or science majors, and students who will likely not attend college.

Duration:00:16:19

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The Miracle of 20 Minute Consistency

2/3/2021
This episode is a discussion of the power of 20 minute consistency over time.

Duration:00:09:22

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This 1 ACT Prep Tip Can Boost Score 1-5 Points

12/9/2020
Adequately preparing for the ACT test is a massive undertaking. However, this one tip, implemented well, can yield a significant improvement in a student's score.

Duration:00:13:16

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Newton's 3 Laws of Motion

10/21/2020
Discusses Newton's three laws of motion and how to teach them to students.

Duration:00:16:19

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Learning How to Learn

9/16/2020
In this episode we discuss techniques for effective note-taking and studying.

Duration:00:13:08

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The "Pre" Classes for 6th - 9th Grade Students

8/28/2020
In this episode we discuss these one semester classes and how they prepare students for high school science classes: Pre-Anatomy & Physiology, Pre-Biology, Pre-Chemistry, and Pre-Physics.

Duration:00:07:41

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College Sports for Homeschooled Students

8/13/2020
We discuss viable options for hard-working average to above average homeschooled athletes to get sports scholarships.

Duration:00:15:05

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Online Classes - Benefits & How They Work

7/27/2020
Discusses how a typical homeschool online class works and how students and families can benefit from online classes.

Duration:00:23:39

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The ACT - 4 Upcoming Changes You Can Benefit From

7/6/2020
We discuss four changes that are planned for the ACT and how you can benefit from them.

Duration:00:13:40

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An Ancestry Wheel for Your Family

6/22/2020
As a part of genetics we discuss using an ancestry wheel (provided on our site) for students to fill in by talking to family and researching the lives and location of their ancestors.

Duration:00:10:38

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Prime Meridian, Time Zones, Summer Solstice & More

6/5/2020
We discuss how to teach (and give you access to printables) prime meridian, international date line, time zones, U.S. geographic center, U.S. mean population center, longitude, latitude, sun paths, UTC, and sun paths.

Duration:00:30:47

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Our New Virtual Interactive Labs

6/2/2020
Discusses how virtual interactive science labs work and the benefits of these types of labs for students.

Duration:00:12:14

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Our New (and Very Cool) Virtual Interactive Lab

5/1/2020
Discusses the importance of science labs in getting students excited about science. Also covers our new virtual interactive science lab.

Duration:00:16:27

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Do You Have a Palmaris Longus?

4/8/2020
We cover basic facts and interesting tidbits on the muscular system and also tell you how to determine if you have a palmaris longus. A graphic printable student lesson and worksheet is also available.

Duration:00:28:07

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Homeschool Science Lesson: Viruses & COVID-19

3/24/2020
Explains what viruses are and the difference between bacteria and viruses. Also covers common virus-caused diseases and the specifics of the disease COVID-19 and the virus that causes it. Listeners can access a PDF virus lesson for students.

Duration:00:15:46

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The Lab Report Concept

3/16/2020
The relationship between the scientific method and lab reports, how to lower the intimidation factor, and how to construct a basic lab report.

Duration:00:23:28

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Laser Focus on ACT & Ditch the SAT

3/12/2020
Explanation of standardized testing for college admissions and scholarships and discussion of reasons to laser focus on taking the ACT and ditching the SAT.

Duration:00:17:02

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Why Use a Stereo Microscope

3/3/2020
Discusses the difference between compound microscopes and stereo microscopes and the joy and benefit of using stereo microscopes - students love this! Covers examples of ways to use stereo microscopes in your homeschooling and examples of things to observe, as well as specific brand recommendations.

Duration:00:18:40