Biology: Structural Animal Adaptations
In this one-time class, students will learn about the anatomy of animals from an evolutionary perspective. Why do animals look the way they do?
John PhD
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What's included
1 live meeting
25 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
Discover the awe-inspiring physical adaptations that enable animals to thrive in their unique environments. This engaging class focuses on the remarkable anatomical and physiological modifications that have evolved over time. This introductory course will discuss the biology of animals in relation to the structural/physical adaptations that help these animals survive. Students will engage in conversation about animals they have seen and have been curious about. They will see examples of unique adaptations and use their critical thinking to understand why animals may have certain features that aid in survival. Come learn about why animals look a particular way or have certain features! *This 25 minute course discusses structural adaptations in nature. There is a second course available that focuses on the behavioural adaptations of animals, as well as a 50 minute course that combines both topics.
Learning Goals
Students will learn about animal adaptations, including how and why animals adapt as well as unique examples found in nature.
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in Science from Saint Mary's University
Hello, Outschoolers!
My name is John and I have been a scientist and educator for over 15 years. I hold a Bachelor of Science (Honors in Biology), Master of Applied Sciences, and a Ph.D. in biology. Over my BSc, MSc and PhD I have designed and delivered courses for students aged 3 to 63 for class sizes ranging from one-on-one lessons to classrooms of over 300 students.
I have professionally taught subjects such as Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Astronomy, and Math, as well as more focused lessons such as courses in Public Speaking, Time Management, and Conversation Skills. I have worked as a scientific mentor and instructor to students in elementary school all the way to university. I hold certificates for 150-hour Teaching English as a Foreign Language and 250-hour Intensive Teaching certificates, and have participated in seminars for Grading and Giving Feedback to students. I have given scientific conference presentations to audiences of more than 700 people, and have published a number of peer-reviewed scientific articles. I also have experience coaching a variety of sports including hockey, basketball, and volleyball. I have been teaching courses online for 5 years to more than 1200 students.
I am a lifelong student and love to learn new things each day. My teaching philosophy revolves around this idea, that every student has a lot of their own to offer and I always try to relate any topic to a student's interest. You may find classes of mine that take popular culture and relate these hobbies and interests with academic concepts to help students relate to the material. My classes are often heavy in discussion (though no student is forced to speak if they do not want to) and we expand on the material in each lesson based on what students are most interested in. This often results in courses that interest me in particular and that I think can offer students a lot of value and critical thinking skills. I teach high-level academic courses, as well as conversation-based community development to foster interest in sharing things students enjoy.
Private, personalized tutoring is also available. Send me a message if interested.
I hope to see you all in class soon!
JohnReviews
Live One-Time Class
$21
per classMeets once
25 min
Completed by 7 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-14
2-10 learners per class
