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Crazy Animal Facts - Extinct Animals

Shanna Sloan M.Ed.

Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(135)

In this ongoing class we will talk about what made your favorite extinct animals tick. What did they eat? How did they live? How do scientists know all this stuff?

Class Experience

Each week a new animal will be featured. We will discuss the animal's common and scientific names. We will see pictures of what scientists think the animals looked and acted like. We will theorize about how scientists know think these things, and evaluate the evidence. We will talk about what features made these specific animals extraordinary. We will also discuss how these adaptations may have evolved and whether they were more behavioral or structural in nature. Students will learn about...

Students will learn to note structural adaptations in animals. They will learn the names for the scientific classification of animals. They will be able to tell why certain adaptations were beneficial to the animals.

There is no homework

None required

Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

There will be no formal assessment.

50 minutes per week in class, and maybe some time outside of class.

None at this time.

Sources vary.

Meet the teacher

Shanna Sloan M.Ed.

Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(135)

I love exploring! Whether it's new languages, cultures, myths, or scientific concepts, learning new things is one of my passions. Sharing that excitement with students is even better! I believe that we learn best when we are fascinated, engaged,...