4 Day Camp- Earth Science of N.AMERICA- Mountains, Volcanoes, Dinosaurs, Fossils
What's included
4 live meetings
3 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
Welcome to my 4 Day Summer Boot Camp about the amazing Earth Science of North America Here we spend 4 consecutive days revealing how the mountain were built, why the volcanoes are where they are and where the plates are still moving. We also cover the major fossil sites and dinosaur finds on the continent. As well as the prevailing weather patterns and surface features, like; rivers, glaciers and deserts. Finally we touch on the minerals, gems and mining operations that occur on this great continent. Classes will be in a lecture style using multi-media PowerPoint slides with opportunities for questions. We will cover the following topics: 1) Geological Evolution 2) Weather Patterns 3) Surface Features & Minerals - Rivers, Glaciers, Deserts & Gems 4) Fossils and Dinosaurs Please contact me if you have any further questions or need any other information.
Learning Goals
After the classes the student will have a good understanding of the Earth Science of North America.
Other Details
Learning Needs
Structured lecture classes, so participation optional, relieves anxiety
Mixed media slides for different learning styles
Engaging topics keeps attention
Slides can be seen before class
Parental Guidance
Some classes talk about Global Warming and Climate Change causing more frequent natural disasters. It also talks about mass extinctions including the possibility of humans causing one now (including ourselves) and has some drawn images of animals dying to become fossils. It is delivered in a upbeat manner with positive solutions (eg: switching to renewable energy), but the more sensitive students may find these topics distressing.
Pre-Requisites
None, but this is not a basic class, so younger kids may find it challenging unless they are already keen on the subject.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education
3 Degrees
Doctoral Degree from University of Nottingham
Master's Degree in Science from Imperial College London
Bachelor's Degree in Science from University of Bristol
I have a BSc in Geology and an MSc in Geophysics (and a PhD in Philosophy) and have chosen the most interesting and exciting subjects to teach to get young minds fascinated by Earth Sciences.
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Live Group Class
$80
for 4 classes4x per week, 1 week
50 min
Completed by 4 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
3-18 learners per class