Objective: Basic Science is a course that is perfect as an introduction to science, or as a refresher. Enroll now to conduct experiments, solve mysteries, and learn amazing new things about the natural world and all that is in it!

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Course curriculum

  • 01

    An Introduction to Basic Science

    • Welcome!
  • 02

    Lesson 1 - Physical Properties

    • Introduction

    • Resources for Students, Parents, and Teachers

    • Lesson 1 - Physical Properties - LESSON PLAN / STUDY GUIDE

    • Lesson 1 - Physical Properties - QUIZ
  • 03

    Lesson 2 - Solids, Liquids, and Gasses

    • Introduction

    • Resources for Students, Parents, and Teachers

    • Lesson 2 - Solids, Liquids, and Gasses - LESSON PLAN / STUDY GUIDE

    • Lesson 2 - Solids, Liquids, and Gasses - QUIZ
  • 04

    Lesson 3 - Evaporation

    • Introduction

    • Resources for Students, Parents, and Teachers

    • Lesson 3 - Evaporation - LESSON PLAN / STUDY GUIDE

    • Lesson 3 - Evaporation - QUIZ

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Instructor(s)

Instructor Bio:

Professor Marshall Connolly has spent his life in service to God and the Church as an educator and writer. He is a graduate of the California State University system and has earned bachelor's degrees in English and History, as well as a teaching credential. He has completed additional studies at Whitman College, and the University of San Diego. His interests include science and apologetics and he writes on both subjects for Catholic Online (catholic.org), the World's Catholic Library.

He serves as the first Director of Education for Catholic Online School.

Professor Marshall Connolly

Director of Education