GRADES 6 - 8
D E M O N S T R A T I O N S
Enhance your field trip with an exciting 25-minute demonstration developed and presented by ASC Educators who have a degree in a science field. All of our demonstrations involve content designed to match the Tennessee Science Grade Level Expectations (GLEs). These demonstrations are bound to get your students thinking, exploring, laughing and learning!
COST: $2 per student; $2 per additional chaperone (space permitting)
MAGNETS TO MOTORS
Explore the physical properties of magnets and learn how electro-magnets work through a series of interactive demonstrations.
Subjects covered: Physical Science–Matter, Forces in Nature
S T E M L E A R N I N G L A B S
Looking to get hands-on at your next field trip? Consider adding an innovative, interactive 50-minute STEM learning lab! Like our demonstrations, all of our STEM Learning Labs involve content designed to match the Tennessee Science Grade Level Expectations (GLEs).
COST: $3 per student; $3 per additional chaperone (space permitting)
COW EYE DISSECTION
Examine a cow’s eyeball; compare its muscles and fat; cut it open to find its parts; follow the path of light all the way to the optic nerve; and learn how the eye sends information to the brain. A non-refundable lab deposit of $50 and 3-week advance booking is required.
Subjects covered: Life Science–Cells, Biodiversity and Change
AMUSEMENT PARK PHYSICS
Use engineering and collaboration skills to build an amusement park attraction and learn how potential and kinetic energy transfers in a closed system.
Subjects covered: Physical Science–Energy, Forces in Nature
LEGO MINDSTORMS® I
Working in teams of 2-3, students program LEGO Mindstorms® robots capable of meeting specific challenges while gaining a deeper understanding of the design and invention process.
Subjects covered: Embedded Technology and Engineering