Explore the life of Stephen Hawking and his contributions to science
This interactive course will explore the life of Stephen Hawking, the late physicist and best-selling author. Through video clips, presentations, discussions, games, experiments and group work, high school students examine his life, his disability, his humor, his willingness to admit he was wrong, his books, and his contributions to science.
What You Will Learn
- What personal characteristics made Hawking well suited to investigating complicated science topics?
- How did the connection with Black Holes support Hawking’s work on the theory of the Big Bang?
- How did technology make it possible for Hawking to do his work as his disease worsened?
- How did Hawking’s work depend on and build on the work of others?
- Why did his theory of Hawking radiation “rock the world of physics”?
- How did Hawking’s disease make his work all the more remarkable?
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Note: Upon successful enrollment of a section, students will receive a confirmation email from our Student Services team. This email will include a link to an authorization form that is required to be completed within 72-hours of enrollment.
Course Number: SCI-90074
Credit: 1.50 unit(s)
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7/22/2024 - 7/26/2024
$175
Live Online
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CLASS TYPE:
Synchronous web-based class meetings that are scheduled to meet online at published times (time/date).
Ghazalian, Jack
Jack Ghazalian has an incredibly impressive background in Gemology and Education. A Graduate Gemologist from the prestigious Gemological Institute of America (GIA) in 1992, Jack has been deeply involved in both educating others and furthering his expertise in the field.
Beginning his teaching journey in January 1993 at GIA's Santa Monica campus, Jack's dedication to sharing his knowledge and passion for gems became evident early in his career. His contributions extended beyond GIA.
In July of 2023, Jack joined the UCSD Division of Extended Studies. The Sally Ride Science Extension courses he showcases his commitment to spreading awareness and knowledge in these fields. Taking on roles as a professor at the San Diego Public Library's NeXT, focusing on STEM and Gemology e...Read More
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POLICIES:
Early enrollment advised.
No UCSD parking permit required.
No visitors permitted.
No refunds after: 5/31/2024.
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NOTE:
This is a live online course. Instructor will contact student 24-hours in advance of start date with Zoom information (please check email associated with STUDENT'S account - not parent's account). TBA if the course requires supplies or the use of Canvas. Contact srs@ucsd.edu with all questions.
If a student decides to drop from the course, they can receive a full refund until 5/13/24 and a half refund until 5/31/24. No refunds will be granted starting 6/1/24.
| DATE | DAY | START | END | LOCATION |
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| 7/22/2024 | Mon | 9:00 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | |
| 7/23/2024 | Tue | 9:00 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | |
| 7/24/2024 | Wed | 9:00 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | |
| 7/25/2024 | Thu | 9:00 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | |
| 7/26/2024 | Fri | 9:00 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | |
There are no sections of this course currently scheduled. Please contact the Pre-College Programs department at 858-534-0804 or precollege@ucsd.edu for information about when this course will be offered again.