All About Puberty! | Testosterone Edition (Beginners)
In this four-part self-paced course, I take an age-appropriate, medical approach in teaching learners about hormones, human anatomy, hygiene, and what changes to expect during puberty.
Dr. Telisha Tausinga, M.D. (she/her)
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(997)
What's included
4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentAssignments
1 hour per week. There will be individual activities such as quiz questions and open-ended questions that learners will be required to respond to as they move throughout the course modules. Learners will also complete "Time to Climb" activities, where they can choose an avatar to represent themselves as they complete quiz questions and try to make it to the top of the mountain! There are also weekly challenges where learners are encouraged to teach and ask parent figures more about puberty topics. Some weeks also include optional Learning Links to outside material, so learners can explore even more puberty topics.Certificate of Completion
Learners are informally assessed by their successful completion of the course module and in their interactions in the Outschool classroom. Certificates of completion are available upon request.Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Beginner Level
From new hair to new smells, puberty can be overwhelming! And with all these changes, it is easy to feel alone. Not only is it important to talk about the physical changes that come with puberty, but connect with others going through similar situations. In this class, I create a virtual safe space for students to learn, ask questions and discuss important topics about their bodies on an individual level. LEARNER REQUIREMENTS: As a beginner's puberty course, there are no learner requirements. Students do not need to be familiar with puberty or development to get the most out of this class. This is a great first introduction to important puberty topics for learners ages 7-9. However, you know your learner best, and I am more than willing to accommodate learners outside of this age range. *This course specifically covers human anatomy and puberty changes for those with testicles. See my class, "All About Puberty: Estrogen Edition!" for discussions specific to human anatomy and puberty for those with ovaries* COURSE LAYOUT & TEACHER INTERACTION: There will be no live meetings in this Self-Paced course. This will be a series of four interactive Nearpod modules. Each week of material will include audio annotated slides, memory games, drawing activities, Time to Climb question games, discussion slides, and challenges for learners to complete before the next week. Each week's material should take learners about 30-75 minutes to complete and will be posted once weekly. I will be available in the Outschool classroom to answer your learner's questions and guide their learning throughout the course materials. I encourage individual participation throughout the presentations and hope to create a comfortable, relatable environment for all students to enjoy. Learners are also encouraged to ask questions in the classroom on weekly "Question Feeds". I respond to all student inquiries within one business day. WHAT THIS CLASS DOES NOT COVER: This course functions as an introduction to puberty education. We do not cover details regarding reproductive biology, sexual intercourse, gender identities and expression, puberty blockers, birth control, masturbation, sexually transmitted infections, or safe sex practices. However, questions on these topics may potentially be asked by learners. I do my best to answer these questions simply, to open up a dialogue between learners and parent figures in the future. Again, basic knowledge of sex education and puberty is not required for this class. Please see my intermediate puberty course, which covers puberty and reproduction in-depth! Feel free to ask me any questions regarding the class outline, format, or content. I look forward to meeting your learners, Dr. Telisha
Learning Goals
Students will understand the terminology surrounding puberty, opening up opportunities for conversations with parent figuresStudents will understand how to learn more about puberty topics using appropriate resources
Syllabus
4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
All About Human Anatomy
- Internal and External Anatomy for those with Testicles 4 assignments
Lesson 2:
All About Hormones and Physical Changes
- Hormones and the Endocrine System
- Physical Changes
- Voice Changes
- Facial and Body Hair 3 assignments
Lesson 3:
All About Erections and Ejaculation
- Erections
- Ejaculation
- Nocturnal Emission 2 assignments
Lesson 4:
All About Hygiene
- What is Hygiene
- How to Learn More About Puberty 3 assignments
Other Details
Learning Needs
This course is self-paced, where material can be utilized at whatever speed is best for the learner. Most content is presented in an audio format, so learners can listen while looking at visual materials reflected in the slides.
Parental Guidance
In this class, we will be taking a medical approach to puberty. Because of the subject, there will be graphics and discussions on potentially sensitive and triggering topics. Please note that I will take a basic, age-appropriate approach and allow ample opportunities for students to ask questions. Please note that there will be cartoon graphics illustrating anatomy and puberty changes.
Potentially sensitive topics will be covered:
- basic reproductive anatomy, such as learning to identify a penis, testicles, scrotum, and prostate
- physical changes to the body during puberty, such as pubic and facial hair growth, ejaculation, erections, and wet dreams
- appropriate hygiene practices, such as body and facial care, deodorant, and shaving
This class is meant to create a virtual safe space where students can have productive, informative sessions about how they will be or are currently affected by puberty. I will also be providing resources for appropriate further sex education for parents and students alike.
Pre-Requisites
No prereqs are required, and many learners choose to complete this class as a stand-alone course.
Joined April, 2020
4.9
997reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Doctor of Medicine in Health Professions and Related Programs from University of Utah
Bachelor's Degree in Science from BYU
Puberty is an important and crucial topic for young learners to experience with appropriate guidance. I have taught over 5,000 learners on Outschool using my original puberty curriculum and hope to continue this for many years.
I am currently a resident physician training in plastic and reconstructive surgery. While attending medical school, I completed in-depth courses on human anatomy, biochemistry, pathophysiology, and reproduction. While obtaining my bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, I took opportunities to learn about sexuality, the science of puberty, and human biology through multiple university-level courses. I was also an assistant teacher in a college-level anthropology course for two years, where I taught lectures on topics such as race, gender, identity, and cross-cultural interactions. I also worked as a medical scribe and assistant in an OBGYN office, logging over 1,000 clinical hours while working with patients of all ages.
I have over a decade of educational and clinical experience with sexual education and human biology. With this class, I will use my science, anthropology, and clinical medicine background to provide timely, useful information for learners beginning puberty.
*Although I am a doctor, the information provided in this course is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional for medical concerns or conditions.*Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$5
weekly or $20 for all content4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content
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