$8
per classBarking at Frogs
Completed by 11 learners
Ages 8-12
Live One-Time Class
Live video meetings
Meets once
2-6 learners per class
30 min
What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Welcome future biologists and nature lovers! Did you know that some scientists and their students have been seen and heard barking in the canyons and mountains of the desert southwest? Teacher John will relate some stories and answer learners' questions about frogs, in particular a tree frog that is known to bark like a little dog as part of its mating call. In this 30-minute introduction to the field of herpetology, the study of amphibians and reptiles, students will be engaged in a dialogue and question-answer format. We will look at some slides from the field and talk about frogs that bark. Learners do not have to have any prior experience or knowledge but if they know something about amphibians or reptiles (perhaps they have an unusual pet!) they are welcome to share it. The first five minutes of class will be introductions. The body of 20 minutes will be story-telling from an experienced wildlife biologist with an open invitation for students to ask questions. In the last five minutes, we’ll discuss what’s next, in order to gauge students’ interest and find out more about the frogs in their own area of the country.
Learning Goals
Learners will improve their understanding of tree frogs and the range of habitats they can be found in. Learners will also get an inside look at how biological field research is done with a case study of this unusual method for gathering data and then finding out how that data is used.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
No parental guidance is needed. No animals are harmed nor will there be any description of animals or people coming to any harm.
We may view a short video clip from Youtube, (if I can find one that's suitable!). No subscription or account with Youtube is necessary for viewing videos via the screen share option. The instructor will send any video links he uses after class and no subscription or account with Youtube is needed to view those either.
Supply List
No supplies are needed. Learners are encouraged to take notes but it is not a requirement.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
We may view a video clip on Youtube but, for the most part, the teacher will show slides and talk about his work in the field of nature studies.
Meet the teacher
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have a Bachelor’s Degree of Science in Ecology/ Evolutionary Biology. I have worked as a wildlife biologist, a classroom/ lab instructor, and a research assistant for the Biosphere II Center in Arizona. I am passionate about environmental studies and nature.
Reviews
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