Advanced Physics in Creation from Apologia is a
challenging second high school physics course designed for serious science
students. This advanced course builds upon a first-year physics foundation and
provides college-level depth while maintaining a biblical worldview.
The course explores complex physical phenomena and prepares
students well for university-level physics studies.
Key Curriculum Features:
Comprehensive
coverage of kinematics, dynamics, rotational motion, gravity,
oscillations, waves, optics, thermal physics, electrical forces,
electrical potential, DC circuits, magnetic forces, atomic physics,
nuclear physics, special relativity, and general relativity
Advanced
problem-solving with detailed explanations and practice
Hands-on
experiments using common household items
Strong
biblical worldview integrated throughout the course
Clear
illustrations and examples to support learning
Program Components:
Student
Textbook: Softcover text with lessons, examples, practice problems,
and lab activities
Solutions
and Tests Manual: Complete solutions to problems, plus tests and test
answers
Lab
Kit (optional): Convenient set from Nature’s Workshop containing
essential lab supplies
Important Notes:
Prerequisites:
Trigonometry and completion of a previous physics course (Exploring
Creation with Physical Science recommended).
All
illustrations are black and white.
No
special lab equipment is required; all experiments use common household
items.
Apologia’s Advanced Physics in Creation stands out as
an excellent choice for motivated homeschool students seeking a rigorous,
college-preparatory physics course. It offers significant depth while remaining
accessible with clear explanations and practical labs.
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Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
Other
Other methodologies
Religious Content
Secular
Contains content contrary to common Christian beliefs (i.e. evolution).
Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
There are additional required resources that are a separate purchase.
Other Materials Optional
There are additional resources mentioned or recommended but are not absolutely necessary.
