Animal Science 2: Livestock Anatomy, Genetics, Nutrition, Health, and Management

Gain a comprehensive understanding of 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐜𝐤 evaluation, management, and care through an in-depth study of 𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐲, 𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬, 𝐧𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐯𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬.

This class equips learners with the essential knowledge and skills to make informed decisions in animal health, production, and management, preparing them for future 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬 in animal science, agricultural professions, or even as a 𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐪𝐮𝐞 𝐬𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭 for those with a general interest in the field.

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Weekly Breakdown: 

Week of January 6: Anatomy of Body Systems
Week of January 13: Physiology of Body Systems
Week of January 20: Genetics for Selection
Week of January 27: Evaluating Animals for Selection Based on Quality Standards

Week of February 3: Evaluation of Dairy Cattle
Week of February 10: Evaluation of Beef Cattle
Week of February 17: Evaluation of Eggs
Week of February 24: Feeds Principles to Formulate Rations

Week of March 3: Feed Requirements Based on Life Stage and Production Needs
Week of March 10: Food Animal Veterinary Practices
Week of March 17: OFF
Week of March 24: Identifying Major Diseases and Health Issues

Week of April 7: Facility Requirements Based on Species, Geographic Location, and Life Stage
Week of April 14: Appropriate Handling and Management Techniques
Week of April 21: Harvesting and Processing Procedures
Week of April 28: Classifying Quality Grades, Carcass Traits, and Cuts of Meat

Week of May 5: Anatomy of Body Systems
Week of May 12: Physiology of Body Systems
Week of May 19: Genetics for Selection
Week of May 26: Evaluating Animals for Selection Based on Quality Standards

Week of June 2: Evaluation of Dairy Cattle
Week of June 9: Evaluation of Beef Cattle
Week of June 16: Evaluation of Eggs

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This class follows a loop schedule, allowing learners to join at any point and seamlessly continue through the material. Each lesson stands alone, so learners will never feel behind or miss critical content. It is the parent/learner's responsibility to track lessons completed. Refunds will not be provided if a lesson is repeated, but many learners enjoy revisiting topics for review and reinforcement!

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CLASS ENVIRONMENT

Our classrooms are guided by a Socratic teaching approach, fostering critical thinking and encouraging open dialogue among learners. By facilitating engaging discussions and posing thought-provoking questions, students are able to explore topics more deeply and gain a comprehensive understanding of the material. 

Our class size does not exceed 5 learners. This allows for more personalized attention from the educator, ensuring that each learner's individual needs and learning styles are met. With a smaller group size, there is also more opportunity for discussion and collaboration among classmates, creating a supportive and engaging learning environment. Additionally, students may feel more comfortable and confident participating in discussions and activities in a smaller group setting.

We incorporate a mix of traditional methods such as videos and limited PowerPoint presentations to accommodate various learning styles as well. 

In addition, we gamify our lessons, as much as possible, to make learning fun and interactive for students. By adding elements of games and competition, we are able to keep learners engaged and motivated to participate in their education.

We also incorporate hands-on projects, wherever possible, to provide students with real-world application of their learning. Through these projects, students are able to apply their knowledge in practical ways and further enhance their understanding of the subject matter.

By designing this type of diverse classroom environment, utilizing multiple teaching methods, we effectively address the diverse learning styles of our learners.

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IMPORTANT DATES

Please note we value mental health and want to prevent teacher burnout. With that said, we do take company wide breaks where there will not be any classes taught nor will we be answering emails. 

Please expect a delay in responses the following dates: 

2024:

August 19-August 25 (Summer Break)
November 27-29 (Thanksgiving Break)
December 23 - December 31 (Winter Break)

2025

January 1 - Jan 5 (Winter Break)
March 17 - March 23 (Spring Break)
April 19 - April 20 (Easter Break)
August 25-31st (Summer Break)

If you are enrolled, you will not be charged!

We will be returning all emails the day or two after we return. 

In addition, teachers may need time off outside of these breaks as emergencies do happen. We always try our best to give ample notice when we can. You will never be charged for a day that we cancel classes.

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CLASS POLICIES

Refund Policy:

We strictly adhere to Outschool's refund/reschedule policy for all of our classes. This means that once a class has been paid for, there will be no deviation from Outschool's guidelines. We do not offer refunds or rescheduling outside of what Outschool allows. 

Camera Policy:

All students are required to keep their camera turned on during the entire class. The only exception is those that have been verified by Outschool and have the verification badge.  

Contact info:

In compliance with Outschool's policies, we do not accept friend or contact requests from current or former families on any social networking site (Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.). We also do not provide or ask for any personal information such as email address or phone numbers.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation with these policies.