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4 Day Camp MINERALS, Precious Metals and Gems - Rubys, Diamonds, Gold, Geology
Dr Pete PhD Earth Science Philosophy Geology
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4 consecutive days, introducing the students to the intermediate level mineral identification, gemology and how to mine precious metals. Great for an kids who are into collecting pretty rocks and fascinated by gems and precious metals.
Class Experience
Intermediate - Advanced Level
Welcome to my 4 Day Camp on Minerals, Precious Metals and Gems. We will cover all the essentials for understanding how minerals are defined, what the main types of gemstones are and how to find and mine precious metals. This is not a basics class, although no previous experience is necessary, younger kids may find it challenging unless they are already keen on the subject. Classes will be in a lecture style using multi-media PowerPoint slides with opportunities for questions. We will cover...
- After the classes the student will have a good understanding of minerals, gems and precious metals as part of the subject of Geology and Earth Science.
I have a BSc in Geology and an MSc in Geophysics and have chosen the most interesting and exciting subjects to teach to get young minds fascinated by Earth Sciences.
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
No previous experience required but please note this is not a basic class, so younger students may find it more challenging unless they are already very keen on this subject.
Rocks and Minerals - the Definitive Visual Guide - RL Benewitz - DK (2008) Earth Scinece - Global Edition (14th Edition: 2015) - Tarbuck and Lutgens - Published by Pearsons Earth Science - Hardback Edition - Samuel - Published by: Spaulding, Namowitz https://geology.com/articles/what-is-earth-science.shtml https://www.britannica.com/science/Earth-sciences https://earth-science.org.uk/
Joined December, 2021
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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 teach Earth Science and Philosophy on Outschool and am very passionate about the topics I teach. You can join any of my classes anytime. They do follow on from each other, but can also be taken as stand alone classes. I use the lecture-style...
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Group Class
$80
for 4 classes4x per week, 1 week
50 min
Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
3-18 learners per class
