Pseudo Sciences: Are They Real or Are They Fake?

Astrology, hypnosis, aromatherapy, acupuncture—what do they have in common? They are considered Pseudoscience. Pseudoscience includes beliefs, theories, or practices that have been or are considered scientific but have no basis in scientific fact.
 
What makes some information “science-based”? There are many other pseudosciences that do not have current scientific research backing them up. Does that make them less valid? Or is there still some truth behind these pseudo-sciences? In this class, we will learn about some of these pseudosciences and discuss some of the philosophies of scientific biases.
 
Minimum recommended age: 13
Instructor: Ms. Makayla Clement
Fridays, 10:15-11:15 AM ET
5 classes
November 3, 10, 17, December 1, 8 (No class November 24, December 15, 22, 29)
 
Makayla Clement graduated from Brigham Young University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Science Teaching. She focuses on using a wide variety of teaching methods to ensure that students of all learning types can comprehend and enjoy the material being taught. She has many science-related hobbies including bug collecting, rock collecting/jewelry-making, and botany. She also loves music and teaches beginning to intermediate piano. She has three busy children, a supportive husband, a quirky tortoise, and a snake.
 
Teaching style: video lessons, worksheets, research projects, discussion groups
 
Student & Parent Reviews for Ms. Makayla:
I have a somewhat difficult to teach child and she loves learning from Ms. Makayla at The Thinking Kid. Her knowledge of Bugs grew tremendously in just one week of camp! Thank you so much for your time and dedication. We look forward to many more adventures with The Thinking Kid. -Jennifer, parent
I very much enjoy Mrs. Makayla’s classes. She really knows the subjects she’s teaching and I can tell that she loves teaching them to others. She is funny, kind, and patient with her students. -Abigail, student