What's included
8 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentAssignments
1 hour per week. Learner can request additional help or prerequisite skills if needed to master the games.Class Experience
In this course, the learner will play games and learn strategies to keep their dog under control amongst every day life distractions. The demonstrations will be by video and description in the syllabus posts. The learner will play games, "Needle Thread," "What's in the Box," "Limbo Party," and "Grip Grab" to practice their dog staying in a sit or down stay. Each week the learner will be introduced to a new game.
Learning Goals
The learner will learn how to teach their dog to sit or down/stay and remain calm in the midst of distractions.
Syllabus
8 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
What am I Nervous About?
My Lesson is about discovering what your dog is comfortable about.
Lesson 2:
Needle Thread
My Lesson is about getting your dog comfortable with novel objects.
6 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Sit/Down Stay
My Lesson is about getting my dog to remain in a sit or down stay.
Lesson 4:
Grip Grab
My Lesson is about getting your dog to sit-stay with distractions when you are eating or drop things on the floor.
5 mins of video lessons
Other Details
Learning Needs
Video demonstrations.
Parental Guidance
Dogs are unpredictable and may not always learn at expected pace. Space is needed for training.
Pre-Requisites
Learners should know basic dog training sit, down and stay.
Teacher expertise and credentials
California Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from Walden University
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Cal State University of Fullerton
Teacher is a certified elementary school teacher, certified dog trainer and AKC evaluator.
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Self-Paced Course
$10
weekly or $40 for all content8 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks of teacher support
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1 year of access to the content
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Ages: 11-14