--- title: Learn Physics | Online High School | Williamsburg Learning description: This online course teaches high school students to apply advanced math concepts like scientific notation, and radians to solve real-life physics problems. image: https://blogstaging.williamsburglearning.com/hubfs/physics-a.jpeg ---  Science Program  # Physics A ![live online course](https://blogstaging.williamsburglearning.com/hubfs/Icons%20Badges/ico-bar-4.svg) ![live online course](https://blogstaging.williamsburglearning.com/hubfs/WHITE%20live%20course.svg) #### Live Courses If you want the personal connection of an excellent brick-and-mortar classroom combined with the flexibility of online learning for your student, choose this option. Our signature live online courses are the heart of the Williamsburg program, led by expert mentors who create a deep sense of community between students. Live courses include the following benefits: - Weekly live classes with mentor and peers - Live interaction via webcam, mic, and chat box - Access to live study groups and 1:1 tutoring - Chances to participate in student government - Group projects & peer-reviewed presentations - Simulations & student-led discussions - Written, oral, and project-based exams ![classic or honors online course](https://blogstaging.williamsburglearning.com/hubfs/Group%20195%20(1)-1.svg) ![classic or honors online course](https://blogstaging.williamsburglearning.com/hubfs/WHITE%20classic%20honors.svg) #### Classic & Honors Versions In many live courses, we offer both a Classic and Honors format. Students in both versions meet in the same live class sessions, but students in Honors courses have about 30% more readings and assignments, including projects that are more challenging. Students are welcome to enroll in whichever version fits best for them and can switch within the first twenty-one days of the semester. Honors courses are not available in the self-paced format. - Freedom to participate in other programs and extracurriculars - Freedom to go deeper in other areas of interest - Time to process what you’re learning without being overwhelmed by assignments and readings - Opportunities for deeper readings, discussions, and analysis - Challenging assignments exploring themes, lessons, and characters in the liberal arts - Freedom to thoroughly explore the subject material ![self-paced online course](https://blogstaging.williamsburglearning.com/hubfs/Icons%20Badges/ico-bar-3.svg) ![self-paced online course](https://blogstaging.williamsburglearning.com/hubfs/WHITE%20selfpaced.svg) #### Self-Paced Courses If your student works well independently or needs more flexibility to work around other activities, our self-paced courses are an ideal option and provide a richer, more personal experience than many other asynchronous online courses. Self-paced courses include the following benefits: - Engaging recordings from our best live classes - Interaction with peers through online forums - Access to weekly mentor office hours - Streamlined assignments for meaningful learning - Same high-quality readings as live classes - Same personalized feedback as live classes ![independent studies online course](https://blogstaging.williamsburglearning.com/hubfs/Icons%20Badges/ico-bar-2.svg) ![independent studies online course](https://blogstaging.williamsburglearning.com/hubfs/WHITE%20indi%20studies%20course.svg) #### Independent Studies Courses In high school [Math](https://www.williamsburglearning.com/curriculum/high-school/math/independent-math-courses/), [Fine Arts](https://www.williamsburglearning.com/curriculum/high-school/fine-arts/independent-fine-arts/), [PE](https://www.williamsburglearning.com/curriculum/high-school/pe-health/independent-pe/), and [Electives](https://www.williamsburglearning.com/curriculum/high-school/electives/independent-electives/), we offer independent courses so students can earn academic credit for learning from a third-party curriculum provider. Some students prefer alternative math programs; others put in long hours practicing musical instruments, competing on an athletic team, or participating in internships. Students can earn credit for these and other activities by enrolling in an Independent Studies course, provided they fulfill the course requirements (see the above course links for full details). - Earn credit for things you are already doing and enjoy - Access to a mentor while working independently to complete education hours Why This Class As complex as it seems, the physical world runs according to a simple set of natural laws. You want your student to be aware of these rules and how they impact daily life, in everything from transportation to global politics. This course helps by introducing your student to the mind-bending, reality-defining laws of physics. Mentors in this course guide students to apply advanced math concepts including significant figures, scientific notation, unit conversions, radians, and trigonometry to investigate real-life physics problems. Students then explore questions involving vectors, acceleration, and Newton’s laws of motion. In class discussions and debates, they also dig into the physics behind social issues such as warfare, energy, and nuclear power, strengthening their critical-thinking skills in the process. By completing this course, students gain an increased awareness of the ever-present influence of physics in their lives. They are more informed about how the world works—and more motivated to use that knowledge to make a positive impact. ![Featured Image](https://blogstaging.williamsburglearning.com/hubfs/physics-a.jpeg) [![REGISTER NOW](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/8517951/88ac3225-76e8-42c6-b779-0d65b82fa80e.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/8517951/88ac3225-76e8-42c6-b779-0d65b82fa80e) **Course Details** Recommended Grade: 11th (Junior) – 12th (Senior) Prerequisites: Recommended – High School Math 3 OR Algebra 2. Also Pre-Calculus A as corequisite. With mentor permission – High School Math 2 OR Algebra 1 and Geometry Estimated Weekly Hours: 5-7 Format: Live, self-paced Credits: 0.5 ### Reading List ![Group 166](https://blogstaging.williamsburglearning.com/hubfs/Group%20166.svg) Physics for Future Presidents by Richard A. Muller Six Easy Pieces: Essentials of Physics Explained by its Most Brilliant Teachers by Richard Feynman This course requires additional supplies. Please see the book list in SIS for details. ### Overarching Questions ![Group 108](https://blogstaging.williamsburglearning.com/hubfs/Group%20108.svg) How do triangles and trigonometry help solve physics problems? What types of velocity and acceleration problems can I solve using vectors and trigonometry? What does physics tell me about the threat of terrorism? About energy and nuclear weapons? Why is a large force required to create a significant acceleration? 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