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Beginning Botany

Ages 14-18
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In this 16 week course students will learn about the basics of botany. We will cover plant physiology and biology, plant genetics, distribution, classification, and identification.
16 pre-recorded lessons
16 weeks of teacher support
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What's included

16 pre-recorded lessons
16 weeks
of teacher support
1 year access
to the content
Assignments
2-4 hours per week. 7 or more throughout the class
Assessment
1 after class completion
Certificate of Completion
1 after class completion

Class Experience

US Grade 8 - 11
Beginner Level
Over the course of 16 weeks, students will have access to this engaging introduction to the fascinating world of botany. Students will be able to complete each lesson at their own pace viewing recorded lectures as many times as needed. Each lesson includes homework assignments (worksheets provided as needed).

Learning Goals

Identify and describe the basic structures of plants (roots, stems, leaves, flowers, fruits).
Explain fundamental plant physiological processes (photosynthesis, transpiration, reproduction).

Syllabus

Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum
16 Lessons
over 16 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Introduction to Botany & Plant Anatomy
 Introduction to the study of botany.
Basic plant structures: roots, stems, leaves.
Homework: Plant anatomy worksheet. 
Lesson 2:
Plant Physiology: Photosynthesis & Transpiration
 The process of photosynthesis.
Transpiration and water movement in plants.
Homework: Photosynthesis diagram and explanation. 
Lesson 3:
Plant Physiology: Reproduction
 Sexual and asexual reproduction in plants.
Flower structure and pollination.
Homework: Draw and label flower anatomy. 
Lesson 4:
Plant Genetics: Basic Heredity
 Introduction to plant genetics and heredity.
Basic concepts of genes and traits.
Homework: basic punnet squares, and heredity worksheet 

Other Details

Supply List
Required Materials:
Notebook or Journal
Pencils and Colored Pencils
Hand Lens (Magnifying Glass)
Field Guides (Recommended: Local plant identification guide)
Access to a digital device for online resources and worksheets.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
We will use plant profiles from the book: Botany in Day The Patterns Method of Plant Identification.

Meet the teacher

Joined January, 2025
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello! I am Jeanaya Thomas. I have been a Farmer in the Midwest for 10 years. I own and operate an urban farm where I grow produce and native plants and herbs. I am a certified chef and graduate of the Culinary Institute of America. Additionally, I have a degree in Health Science from Parker University. I am a Professional Member of the National Association for Nutrition Professionals and the American Herbalist Guild. I combine my education and experience to Grow healthy food and teach others how to create healthy and nutritious meals.

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