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Pokémon Science: An Introduction to Geology

Completed by 197 learners
Ages 6-15
Self-Paced Course
This self-paced introduction to geology compares Pokémon to real-life geology concepts. The topics covered include the layers of the earth, plate tectonics, volcanoes, the rock cycle, rock types, crystals, gems, and minerals.
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4 pre-recorded lessons
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4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
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Mastery Evaluation
1 hour per week. Students can post their answers to any "Expand Your Knowledge" challenge to receive feedback from the teacher.

Class Experience

US Grade 1 - 10
This course is meant to be a very basic introduction to geology. While it is not meant to be a comprehensive overview of geology, it's an excellent introduction to the rock cycle, minerals, and plate tectonics. All of these topics are framed in the context of Pokemon and their relationship to these geology concepts. For instance, could Roggenrola respresent the layers of the earth? What type of rock is Golem made out of? What can Carbink and Diancie tell us about the formation of diamonds? Is Onix inspired by a real mineral? We'll answer these questions - and many more! - in this course.

This is a self-paced course; each lesson contains one recording (each about 11-19 minutes long), plus extension activities to expand your learning beyond the recording. All extension activities are optional and at the discretion of the parent. 

Need a discount? Sure thing! All of my self-paced courses are "pay what you can afford." To get the discount you need, sign up for the course first, then message me with the discount you would like, and I will apply a partial refund.

Syllabus

4 Lessons
over 4 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Earth's Layers, Plate Tectonics
 (16 minute recording)
♦ The Layers of the Earth
               • Outer Core
               • Inner Core
               • Mantle
               • Crust
♦ Plate Tectonics
               • Convergent Boundaries
               • Divergent Boundaries
               • Transform Boundaries 
Lesson 2:
Igneous Rocks
 (19 minute recording)
♦ Igneous Rocks
               • Intrusive Igneous Rocks
               • Extrusive Igneous Rocks
               • Types of volcanoes
               • Crystals and gemstones 
Lesson 3:
Metamorphic and Sedimentary Rocks
 (11 minute recording)
♦ Metamorphic Rocks
♦ Sedimentary Rocks
               • Grain size
               • Fossils
               • How scientists can tell where a rock came from 
Lesson 4:
Minerals
 (18 minute recording)
♦ Minerals
               • The difference between a rock and a mineral
               • 8 different minerals that inspired Pokémon
               • Some other minerals that would make great Pokémon 

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External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

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Bachelor's Degree in Education from Brigham Young University
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From 2005 to 2021 I was a highly certified teacher in Arizona, in Science, Language Arts, and Social Studies. (I allowed my teaching license to lapse after becoming employed by the University of Arizona.) I have a Bachelor of Science in Earth and Space Science Education. I have four children ranging from 9 to 14 years of age. Besides teaching on Outschool, I am an advisor and educational outreach coordinator at the University of Arizona, and I also run my own small business giving astronomy shows in an inflatable planetarium for libraries and schools. In my spare time, I like to hike with my family, go on road trips, and volunteer with the Crisis Text Line (an organization that helps at-risk teens and young adults work through difficult situations).

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Most of my classes come with projects or extension activities your child can do at home. Because every family situation is different, all of these activities and assignments are optional and at the discretion of the parent.

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