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Digital Learning

We know the importance of being able to connect digitally for this school year. Experience learning in a virtual classroom where boundaries are a thing of the past! Through our digital platform, students and teachers can connect with engaging Kentucky Science Center educators without ever leaving the Virtual or in-person/classroom. All programs are aligned with NGSS.

Digital Classes: Recorded
Time: 20-40 minutes, $200
Grades: K-12
Kentucky Science Center educators explain and explore topics aligned with NGSS using engaging science demonstrations & unique challenges for students. Can be distributed through multiple platforms.

Digital Classes: Live
Time: 60 minutes, $350
Grades: K-8
This is a student-focused interaction connected to our Digital class curriculum, which will provide an environment for your students to have a one on one Q & A with our Education Team.

Digital Classes: Pulse of Surgery
Recorded Surgery: 150 minutes, $300
Live Surgery: 180 minutes, $500
Grades: 6-12
Get an insider’s view of the O.R. by viewing a live heart surgery from UofL Jewish Hospital.

For more questions, contact Veronica Greenwell at veronica.greenwell@louisvilleky.gov.

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Digital Classes: Recorded

Organisms and Ecosystems

How to build the perfect park. Interact with ecosystems and human impact of them. Plan out a park that brings out the best of nature and human design.

Details  

Students participating in Organisms and Ecosystems will:

  • Discover the differences between ecosystems and habitats.
  • Identify problems that arise from human intrusion in park ecosystems.
  • Distinguish the relationships between animals, their environments and other animals.
  • Explore the world of microorganisms and their importance.
  • Meet live animals that may call a park home.

Policies:

  • Child safety is our top priority

Technical requirements

  • Each student has a computer or tablet connected to the internet.
  • If you are teaching from a school, you can connect a computer or smart tablet to a data projector, interactive whiteboard or TV.
  • We provide you a private link to the video and a science center staff member will work with you to organize viewing capabilities.

 

Kentucky Academic Standards:

KECS Kindergarten 1st Grade 2nd Grade 3rd Grade 4th Grade 5th Grade
ELA 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 3.5, 4.2 W.K.2, SL.K.5 W.1.8 W.2.7 RI.3.3 W.4.1 RI.5.7
Science 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5 K-SL1-1, K-ESS2-2, K-ESS3-1, K-ESS3-3 1-LS1-1 2-LS2-2, K-2-ETS1-1 3-LS4-3, 3-LS4-4 4-LS1-1 5-LS2-1, 3-5-ETS1-2
Math K.MD.A.2 MP.5 MP.4, MP.5 MP.4 4.G.A.3 MP.2, MP.5
Social Studies 1.2, 1.6 2.19 2.19 2.19 2.19 2.19 2.19
Health and PE 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4

Energy In Motion

Can you create electricity out of thin air? Generate and compare multiple options for renewable energy.

Details  

Students Participating in Energy in Motion will:

  • Identify energy, where it comes from and how we use it.
  • Uncover the different ways we generate electricity
  • Investigate renewable and non-renewable energy
  • Help experiment with different fin designs on a real windmill model.

Policies:

  • Child safety is our top priority

Technical requirements

  • Each student has a computer or tablet connected to the internet.
  • If you are teaching from a school, you can connect a computer or smart tablet to a data projector, interactive whiteboard or TV.
  • We provide you a private link to the video and a science center staff member will work with you to organize viewing capabilities.

Kentucky Academic Standards:

KECS Kindergarten 1st Grade 2nd Grade 3rd Grade 4th Grade 5th Grade
ELA 1.2, 2.1 SL.K.5 SL.2.5 W.2.8 RI.3.3 W.4.7, W.4.8 RI.5.7, W.5.8
Science 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5 K-PS2-2 K-2-ETS1-2 K-2-ETS1-1 3-PS2-4 4-PS3-4, 4-ESS3-1 3-5-ETS1-2
Math 2.MD.D.10 MP.5 MP.2, MP.4 MP.2, MP.5
Social Studies 2.18, 2.19 2.18, 2.19 2.18, 2.19 2.18, 2.19 2.18, 2.19 2.18, 2.19

Our Dynamic Earth

How did the Grand Canyon form? Explore the amazing things our planet can do with just the moving of water and blowing of wind. Discover weather patterns and how they literally help shape our world.

Details  

Students participating in Our Dynamic Earth will:

  • Make observations and reflect on the effects of earth processes and the importance of weather forecasting as it relates to forming the Grand Canyon.
  • Discover the effects of the weathering and erosion on Earth’s features.
  • Generate and compare multiple solutions to reduce impacts of natural Earth processes, like wind and weather, on humans.
  • Virtually visit the Falls of the Ohio to learn about the impacts of weathering and erosion.

Policies:

  • Child safety is our top priority

Technical requirements

  • Each student has a computer or tablet connected to the internet.
  • If you are teaching from a school, you can connect a computer or smart tablet to a data projector, interactive whiteboard or TV.
  • We provide you a private link to the video and a science center staff member will work with you to organize viewing capabilities.

Kentucky Academic Standards:

Kindergarten 1st Grade 2nd Grade 3rd Grade 4th Grade 5th Grade
ELA SL.K.3 W.2.8 RI.2.3 W.3.7 W.4.7 SL.5.5
Science K-ESS2-1, K-ESS3-2 K-2-ETS1-1 2-ESS2-1 3-ESS3-1 4-ESS2-1, 4-ESS3-2 5-ESS2-1
Math MP.4 MP.2 MP.2 MP.4 MP.2, MP.4

Transformation of Matter

Can something be a solid, liquid, and gas at the same time? Experiment with different types of material and see how they interact. Explore things in a variety of states of matter.

Details  

Students participating in Transformation of Matter will:

  • Make observations and gather information about the structure and properties of matter.
  • Identify the formations of different states of matter
  • Observe solubility and the effects of combining different states of matter
  • Watch our amazing liquid nitrogen explosive demo!

Policies:

  • Child safety is our top priority

Technical requirements

  • Each student has a computer or tablet connected to the internet.
  • If you are teaching from a school, you can connect a computer or smart tablet to a data projector, interactive whiteboard or TV.
  • We provide you a private link to the video and a science center staff member will work with you to organize viewing capabilities.

Kentucky Academic Standards:

Kindergarten 1st Grade 2nd Grade 3rd Grade 4th Grade 5th Grade
ELA W.2.6 W.2.6 W.2.7 W.5.8 W.5.8 W.5.8
Science K-2-ETS1-1 K-2-ETS1-1 2-PS1-1 3-5-ETS1-3 3-5-ETS1-3 5-PS1-4
Math MP.4 MP.2 MP.2 MP.2
Social Studies 2.18 2.18 2.18 2.18 2.18 2.18

Digital Classes: Live

Ion Jones & the Lost Castle of Chemistry

Students join adventurer-chemist Ion Jones on a quest to discover elements, chemical reactions, and more! A KSC Educator will lead participants in live chemistry experiments.

Details  

This program features 30 minutes of recorded demonstrations from our Ion Jones and the Lost Castle of Chemistry Assembly Program, interspersed with live facilitation of experiments. Choose 3 interactive experiments from 6 options, and your students can follow along in class or at home! You can choose to purchase supplies for your students (supply lists with shopping links provided), have students provide their own supplies, or simply view the live experiments as demonstrations. Click “Book Now” for more information on experiment choices and supply options.

Students participating in Ion Jones and the Lost Castle of Chemistry will:

  • Identify basic chemistry concepts including elements, compounds, and reactions.
  • Explore materials that look the same but have different chemical properties, and use chemistry to differentiate them.
  • Discover different types of energy, including chemical energy and ultraviolet radiation.

Interactive Experiments:

  • UV Bracelet: Participants make a bracelet using beads that change color when exposed to UV light, then test them using a UV/black light flashlight.
  • Luminescence: Participants create a drawing using a marker and a highlighter, then see how the markers are chemically different when they shine UV light on their picture.
  • Teslin Challenge: Participants follow along with their own materials as Ion compares the tensile strength of regular paper and a silicon-based paper called Teslin.
  • Do-it-Itself Balloon: Participants experience the power of chemistry as they use a chemical reaction to blow up a balloon.
  • Thermal Reactions: Participants learn about the relationship between chemical reactions and heat.
  • pH Testing: Participants use pH testing to differentiate between 3 identical-looking liquids.

Policies:

  • Child safety is our top priority

Technical requirements

  • Each student has a computer or tablet connected to the internet.
  • If you are teaching from a school, you can connect a computer or smart tablet to a data projector, interactive whiteboard or TV.
  • We use Zoom as this works with nearly every device and handles low bandwidth. We also can use Webex, Meets and other applications as required.

If you connect with us via Zoom

  • Full system requirements for Zoom here.
  • Each student should test their Zoom connection here.
  • Once the date & time is arranged we will send you simple connection instructions (one click & you’re in!)
  • We can handle up to 30 separate computers connected at once if needed.

Kentucky Academic Standards:

Kindergarten 1st Grade 2nd Grade 4th Grade 5th Grade Middle School
Science K-PS2-1 1-PS4-2 2-PS1-1, 2-PS1-4 4-PS3-2, 4-PS3-4 5-PS1-1, 5-PS1-3 MS-PS1-1, MS-PS1-4, MS-PS1-3

Captain Current vs. Electricity Vampires

This class will introduce students to the concepts of energy and efficiency. Together we will learn about sources of energy, how energy is generated, how circuits work, and how to become better ambassadors of energy conservation.

Details  

This program features 30 minutes of recorded demonstrations from our Captain Current vs. the Electricity Vampires Assembly Program, followed by live facilitation of experiments. Choose 3 interactive experiments from 6 options, and your students can follow along in class or at home! You can choose to purchase supplies for your students (supply lists with shopping links provided), have students provide their own supplies, or simply view the live experiments as demonstrations. Click “Book Now” for more information on experiment choices and supply options.

Students participating in Captain Current vs. the Electricity Vampires will:

  • Discover where electricity comes from and the various transformations of energy that lead to its generation.
  • Empower themselves to conserve energy in their daily lives.
  • Learn about potential careers involving energy science.

Policies:

  • Child safety is our top priority

Technical requirements

  • Each student has a computer or tablet connected to the internet.
  • If you are teaching from a school, you can connect a computer or smart tablet to a data projector, interactive whiteboard or TV.
  • We use Zoom as this works with nearly every device and handles low bandwidth. We also can use Webex, Meets and other applications as required.

If you connect with us via Zoom

  • Full system requirements for Zoom here.
  • Each student should test their Zoom connection here.
  • Once the date & time is arranged we will send you simple connection instructions (one click & you’re in!)
  • We can handle up to 30 separate computers connected at once if needed.

Kentucky Academic Standards:

Kindergarten 1st Grade 2nd Grade 3rd Grade 4th Grade 5th Grade Middle School
Science K-PS2-2 1-LS1-1 2-PS1-1, 2-PS1-2, 2-ESS1-1 3-PS4-1 4-PS3-1, 4-PS3-2, 4-PS3-4, 4-ESS3-1 5-PS1-3, 5-ESS3-1, 3-5-ETS1-3 MS-PS3-1, MS-PS1-3, MS-ETS1-3

STEAM Exploration

Take a virtual tour and discover visitor favorites as we travel throughout Kentucky Science Center. Interact live with a KSC educator as you do activities exploring a variety of STEAM topics from bubbles to the human body.

Details  

This program features 20 minutes of video featuring a virtual tour of Kentucky Science Center Exhibits, as well as favorite demonstrations from our Explosions of the Day. Following the video, your students will engage live with a KSC Educator to do experiments. Choose 4 interactive experiments from 6 options, and your students can follow along in class or at home! You can choose to purchase supplies for your students (supply lists with shopping links provided), have students provide their own supplies, or simply view the live experiments as demonstrations. Click “Book Now” for more information on experiment choices and supply options.

Students participating in STEAM Exploration will:

  • Learn how STEAM is part of everyday life, and how to identify STEAM concepts in their favorite activities.
  • Understand how to construct a scientific experiment with variables and controls.
  • Explore the science of mind-body connections.

Interactive Experiments:

  • Prism Glasses: Participants learn about the properties of light, including how white light can be broken into a rainbow of colors using prism glasses.
  • Optical Illusions: Participants learn about vision and neuroscience while deciphering optical illusions.
  • Bernoulli Ball: Participants learn principles of fluid dynamics by suspending a ping pong ball in the air with their breath.
  • Mood Jewelry: Participants use thermochromic paper to create “mood” jewelry and learn how the mind and body are connected.
  • Alka-Seltzer Rockets: Participants learn about pressure, chemical reactions, and phases of matter as they send film canisters flying into the air.
  • Bubble Art: Participants create unique artwork while learning about the scientific properties of bubbles.

Policies:

  • Child safety is our top priority

Technical requirements

  • Each student has a computer or tablet connected to the internet.
  • If you are teaching from a school, you can connect a computer or smart tablet to a data projector, interactive whiteboard or TV.
  • We use Zoom as this works with nearly every device and handles low bandwidth. We also can use Webex, Meets and other applications as required.

If you connect with us via Zoom

  • Full system requirements for Zoom here.
  • Each student should test their Zoom connection here.
  • Once the date & time is arranged we will send you simple connection instructions (one click & you’re in!)
  • We can handle up to 30 separate computers connected at once if needed.

Kentucky Academic Standards:

Kindergarten 1st Grade 2nd Grade 3rd Grade 4th Grade 5th Grade Middle School
Science K-PS2-1, K-PS3-1 3-PS2-1, 3-PS2-2 4-PS3-2, 4-PS4-2 5-PS1-1 07-PS1-2, 07-PS4-2

Challenger Learning Center: Digital

Our online, STEM experience takes students on a journey to reach collective goals as they research, work together to answer questions, and collaborate to find solutions to a real-world challenge.

Details  

Time: 45-150 minutes, $250-$400

Each student will play a critical role as a member of a small team, and as a member of the full classroom team. This structure creates an environment where students have to collaborate with one another, understand, and implement effective and impactful ways to share ideas with a group and work together to arrive at the best solution. Students discover new STEM professions and learn about the skills needed to complete different tasks.

Policies:

  • Child safety is our top priority

Technical requirements

  • Each student has a computer or tablet connected to the internet.
  • If you are teaching from a school, you can connect a computer or smart tablet to a data projector, interactive whiteboard or TV.
  • We use Zoom as this works with nearly every device and handles low bandwidth. We also can use Webex, Meets and other applications as required.

If you connect with us via Zoom

  • Full system requirements for Zoom here.
  • Each student should test their Zoom connection here.
  • Once the date & time is arranged we will send you simple connection instructions (one click & you’re in!)
  • We can handle up to 30 separate computers connected at once if needed.

Digital Classes: Pulse of Surgery

Pulse of Surgery

Get an insider’s view of the O.R. by viewing a live heart surgery from UofL Jewish Hospital. Pulse of Surgery is a one-of-a-kind experience that gives participants an up-close view of the scope of careers in medicine, healthy living, and human physiology.

Details  

Recorded Surgery: 150 minutes, $300
Live Surgery: 180 minutes, $500

  • Unlimited number of participants
  • Access to Pulse of Surgery Teacher and Student Workbooks
  • Minimum 2 -hour-long Pulse of Surgery Program.
  • Opportunity for Q+A with medical professionals

Dates of Pulse of Surgery Program: Pulse of Surgery is a live, real-time surgery. There are occasions when a live surgery cannot be scheduled for broadcast dates. In that unusual event, Kentucky Science Center will facilitate an alternative Pulse of Surgery program.

  • September 16
  • November 18
  • December 9 & 16
  • January 13 & 27
  • February 10, 17 & 24
  • March 10, 17, & 24
  • April 14 & 21
  • May 5

Policies:

  • Child safety is our top priority

Technical requirements

  • Each student has a computer or tablet connected to the internet.
  • If you are teaching from a school, you can connect a computer or smart tablet to a data projector, interactive whiteboard or TV.
  • We use Zoom as this works with nearly every device and handles low bandwidth. We also can use Webex, Meets and other applications as required.

If you connect with us via Zoom

  • Full system requirements for Zoom here.
  • Each student should test their Zoom connection here.
  • Once the date & time is arranged we will send you simple connection instructions (one click & you’re in!)
  • We can handle up to 30 separate computers connected at once if needed.