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Medium Of InstructionsMode Of LearningMode Of Delivery
EnglishSelf StudyVideo and Text Based

Course Overview

Have you ever wondered about the different ways of measuring speed, and why do objects move the way they do? If yes, then the Question Everything: Scientific Thinking in Real Life training is for you. This science course is created for curious individuals with an inclination to unpack the inner workings of everyday instances and make you better prepared to pursue Science and Maths. 

The course is the fruit of a collaboration between the University of Queensland and Brisbane Grammar School. The Question Everything: Scientific Thinking in Real Life online course will cover key scientific concepts and real-life applications of these concepts. You will also get to supplement your learning with examples. 

High school students can join the Question Everything: Scientific Thinking in Real Life program to nurture their interest in maths and science. Students will develop their scientific thinking skills in this online course which has a duration of eight weeks. Learners familiar with fundamental concepts of Mathematics can pursue the course. The candidates are given the option of two tracks which may be chosen so that the course can be completed. Both the course tracks are self-paced but there is a time limit until which the course remains accessible in the audit mode. But in the case of the verified track, the candidates will be able to access the course materials for an unlimited period of time.

The Highlights

  • Video lectures
  • English transcripts
  • University of Queensland course 
  • Online course for free
  • Verified certificate available 
  • Practical learning
  • Eight weeks length

Programme Offerings

  • Free online course
  • University of Queensland course
  • expert teachers
  • Introductory-level Course
  • English video transcripts
  • Eight weeks duration
  • Two to Four Hours Per Week

Courses and Certificate Fees

Fees InformationsCertificate AvailabilityCertificate Providing Authority
INR 6568yesThe University of Queensland, Brisbane
  • The Question Everything: Scientific Thinking in Real Life certification is provided for free. 
  • There is a Question Everything: Scientific Thinking in Real Life certification fee if you choose to avail of the verified, shareable certificate.

Question Everything: Scientific Thinking in Real Life Fee Structure

Course Title

Fee in INR

Question Everything: Scientific Thinking in Real Life

Free

Certification 

Rs 6,568 


Eligibility Criteria

Candidates should know basic math concepts to register for the Question Everything: Scientific Thinking in a Real-Life certification course.

What you will learn

Mathematical skillScience skills

Candidates who complete the Question Everything: Scientific Thinking in Real Life program will be equipped to: 

  • Understand when and how to ask important scientific questions 
  • Apply scientific learning to real-world concepts 
  • Develop skills required to pursue maths and science beyond high school level

Who it is for

This course on Question Everything: Scientific Thinking in Real Life by edX is ideal for high school science students who want to pursue math and science in the future and challenge themselves. Science teachers looking for supplementary teaching material will also benefit from this online course.


Admission Details

  • Candidates can take admission in the Question Everything: Scientific Thinking in Real Life Training by visiting the official course website,
  • Select the option to “Enrol”, given at the top of the webpage. 
  • Create your account on edX or log in through your Google, Facebook, Apple, or Microsoft account. 
  • You can opt for the free audit or pay the fees required for certification. 
  • Complete the payment and start the course. 

Application Details

edX does not have an application form for enrolment in the Question Everything: Scientific Thinking in Real Life program. You can register by clicking on the “Enrol” button and entering your name, email address password, location, and creating a public username.

The Syllabus

  • Introduction to the course content and navigation.
  • How speed is calculated using using a LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging).

  • Different ways to perform an estimation
  • Use estimation to solve a variety of problems.

  • Difference between quantitative and qualitative evidence
  • Develop an understanding of validity as it relates to evidence.

  • Difference between evidence and opinion
  • Conduct an experiment to consolidate your understanding

  • How are misconceptions formed?
  • How to construct a better understanding of the facts surrounding a common misconception.

  • Using data from Olympics and World records to develop models
  • Better understand data modeling by featuring a graphing tool

  • Extrapolate information
  • Make predictions

  • Synthesize the overall learning
  • Perform an experiment to calculate gravity

Instructors

The University of Queensland, Brisbane Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: Which topics does this program cover?

This MOOC by edX covers topics like measurement, estimation, misconceptions, modeling, extrapolation, the validity of evidence, and prediction.

2: Which institution has created this course?

The University of Queensland has created this program in collaboration with Brisbane Grammar School. 

3: Is the certificate free?

No, a certification fee is involved if you wish to buy the certificate. However, you can audit the course for free.

4: Can high school teachers also take this course?

Yes, high school science teachers are welcome to join this course. They will learn about additional teaching material to supplement their classroom sessions with examples and experiments.

5: Who are the course instructors?

The faculty members for this course include Noel Chan, Anthony Mewing, Derek McDowall, and Scott Jones.

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