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Grades: 6th–8th
Class (Sec 1): Tue 1:00–2:00 p.m. ET
Class (Sec 2): Wed 12:00–1:00 p.m. ET
Asynchronous option available
Dates: Aug 25, 2025–May 8, 2026
Prepaid: $699
Instructor: Dr. Karen Joseph
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Students can also register for Physical Science 1: Matter or Physical Science 2: Energy individually.
This is a full-year Physical Science course for students in grades 6-8.
Asynchronous Option
Not able to attend the live classes? An asynchronous option is available for this course. Please select any available section. In the comments section of your order, type Asynchronous option requested.
Physical science is the study of the non-living world. It includes the study of matter, which is the “stuff” that everything is made of, as well as the study of energy, which gives matter the ability to move and change. We’ll use an online textbook, teacher-created lessons, lots of videos, audio recordings, games, and activities to gain an understanding of the basics of chemistry and physics.
Physical Science 1: Matter (first semester)
In Physical Science 1: Matter, we will begin by learning about the structure of matter and the way that the particles of matter interact to make up everything in the universe. We will learn about the structure of the atom, the periodic table of elements, chemical interactions, carbon chemistry, acids and bases, and nuclear chemistry. We will also learn about the motion of objects, forces like friction and gravity, the forces that relate to fluids, and simple machines.
Physical Science 2: Energy (second semester)
In Physical Science 2: Energy & Motion, we will learn about kinetic and potential energy, energy conversions, heat, waves, sound, light, electricity, and magnetism.
Course Structure
Who should enroll?
Physical Science is for curious students in grades 6–8 who have a strong desire to understand the physical nature of the universe. Fifth graders will be considered with prior instructor approval.
Technology Requirements
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Dr. Karen Joseph earned her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic. After working for several years, she began homeschooling her 3 children in 1989. As a homeschooling mom, she has taught every subject at every grade level, but her favorite subject is science! She taught science classes, ranging from Middle School Life Science and Earth Science to High School Biology to Honors Human Anatomy and Physiology at a Pennsylvania Public Cyber Charter School for 12 years. She was the recipient of the 2009 Pennsylvania Charter School Teacher of the Year. Contact: kjoseph[at]aimacademy.online
steely taglione (verified owner) –
Dr. Joseph is an amazing teacher. She truly makes science fun. The course is organized very well and each day is a bit different so that it does not becoming boring. There are hands on experiments and projects that truly make the material come to life. This class is challenging in a good way. It for sure dives deeper into concepts then some other science courses we have looked at. Dr. Joseph was always willing to answer questions or explain things further. All three of my students have enjoyed Dr. Joseph’s classes.