In this ongoing social class, we will learn and discuss a new topic about Antarctica each week.  It's a great opportunity for students to learn about Antarctica, as well as practice good communication skills in this discussion-based class.  Based on my first-hand knowledge of the seasonal cycles of Antarctica, I will present some topics that are seasonally-relevant, and other weeks we will vote on a news topic shared by either students or myself.

Antarctica is a fascinating place!  I dreamed about going for years, learned everything I could about it and it was my favorite unit to teach in my Geography class.  Then I was able to make my dream a reality and was hired to work at a science research station in Antarctica, twice!  This gave me the opportunity to learn even more about the most remote continent on our planet, now I get to share that with curious learners on Outschool.

Suggested Prerequisite: Though not required, I highly recommend learners take my one-time class Journey to Antarctica: A Really "Cool" Introduction to the Icy Continent.  I offer this regularly, please request a time if one doesn’t meet your needs.  
https://outschool.com/classes/journey-to-antarctica-a-really-cool-introduction-to-the-icy-continent-8-10-9B26ibUX?usid=G77ezfMg&signup=true&utm_campaign=share_activity_link

Weekly topics will be based on learner interest and flow with the Antarctic seasons*

Week of Nov 6th: We will check in on the Weddell Seal Science teams.  New seal pups are being born every day and the scientists are busy tagging, weighing, and measuring new pups.
Week of Nov 13th: Let's go UNDER the Ice in Antarctica!  Specially-trained scuba divers dive under the sea ice to explore the coral reef system below.  Don't want to get wet?  We will also go down the Observation Tube, Super Mario style.
Week of Nov 20th: No class this week due to American Thanksgiving
Week of Nov 27th: Take a tour of McMurdo Station, the largest Science Research station in Antarctica.  This is where I worked for two summer seasons in 2018/19 and 2019/20

*Please note, I may shift plans based on current activity in Antarctica.  Due to the remote nature and unpredictable weather, plans often change.  That's part of the excitement of following current events in Antarctica - learners will see how plans shift and change as workers and scientists adapt to Antarctica's ever-changing conditions.

I could talk about Antarctica all day!  I look forward to sharing my love and knowledge of this continent with your learner.