Drawing and Learning About Sharks
In this 5-week self-paced art course, students will learn about the most dangerous sharks in the ocean, and draw them.
Deborah Ewing
Average rating:
4.8
Number of reviews:(1,499)
What's included
5 pre-recorded lessons
5 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1-2 hours per week. Not required, but students are welcome and encouraged to work on assignments and practice further between class sessions.Assessment
Informal assessments will take place during class in the form of teacher observation and possible suggestions (as requested by students).Letter Grade
Letter Grades will be given upon parent request for school credit.Certificate of Completion
"Sharktificates" will be offered upon parent completion of class feedback.Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Beginner Level
This class is for shark lovers! Students will learn facts about sharks AND how to identify and draw different species! **PLEASE NOTE** This is a SELF-PACEDclass and is PRE-RECORDED. THIS MEANS STUDENTS WILL WATCH THE PRE-RECORDED VIDEO. There are no live meetings. All interactions between students and the teacher will happen on the class page. This class will be presented via powerpoint and pre-recorded demonstration drawings. Students will engage in questions, class discussions on the classroom tab, assignments and be part of an artist critique, which will be guided by the instructor. Why Self-Paced? *MY Self-Paced classes ALWAYS cost less than the live versions of the same class! *Self-Paced classes are an excellent choice for families with busy schedules. *Content is exactly the same as live classes, at a lower fee. *Students can work at an independent pace. *Self-Paced classes are fantastic for international students whose time zone doesn't match the teacher's (US Mountain Time), *Self-Paced classes are a great alternative for students who are uncomfortable with live video chat. Our Self-Paced format will be as follows: Content: Weekly videos with a step-by-step breakdown of the art assignments are posted. Videos will vary in length depending on the type of art being presented. Some may be as short as 10 or 15 minutes while others could be ½ hour or more. Student work is expected to take anywhere from 40 minutes to an hour, depending upon the student’s preferred pace. Drawing Assignments: Students spend time completing their artwork and submit it prior to the next weekly posted assignment. Submit Assignment: Students are required to post photos of their completed artwork in the classroom on the designated post. Keep in mind, sharing artwork is essential in a flex class. Detailed information about what is covered in each session can be found in the syllabus. Once all assignments have been submitted, parents may request a letter or number grade if needed. Students may also receive a "Sharktificate" of completion after parent has completed a class evaluation.
Learning Goals
Students will learn about four different types of sharksStudents will learn to accurately draw the physical characteristics of four different sharks
Syllabus
5 Lessons
over 5 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction to Sharks; Great White Shark
Students will learn the prehistory of sharks, Introduction to scientific illustration, learn facts about and how to draw Great White Shark. Short, fun research assignment will be given at the end of class, to be completed for Friday's class. 24 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
Bull Sharks
Students will learn 1-2 general facts about sharks, review/questions about Great White Shark, learn facts about and how to draw Bull Sharks. Research status check-in: Has a shark or shark-related topic been selected? What are you going to research? What do you have done so far? 25 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Tiger Sharks
Students will learn 1-2 general facts about sharks, review/questions about Bull Sharks, learn facts about and how to draw Tiger Sharks. Research status check-in: how is your research and drawing coming? Questions? 20 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Hammerhead Sharks
Students will learn 1-2 general facts about sharks, review/questions about Tiger Sharks, learn facts about and how to draw Hammerhead Shark. Research status check-in: are there any lingering questions? Are you ready to present your research? 24 mins of video lessons
Other Details
Supply List
Paper (blank newsprint or printer paper for practicing, and good drawing paper for final illustrations) Pencils, eraser, sharpener Colored pencils, watercolor paint if desired (these are optional) laptop for research; printer is optional Handouts might be provided at different points during class.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined May, 2019
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Colorado Teaching Certificate
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from University of Colorado, Boulder - Degree DOES NOT EXPIRE
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Metropolitan State College of Denver - Degree DOES NOT Expire
I love to draw animals, and I have developed ways to break down the steps to teach kids how to draw animals. I also happen to be married to a "Sharkcyclopedia!" My husband never misses Shark Week, and is incredibly knowledgeable about these amazing predators. Scientific Illustration is the perfect bridge between art and science!Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$18
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5 weeks of teacher support
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Ages: 11-13
