Ecology: The Science of Our Living Earth
Learn about the fascinating and critical field of ecology!
Arwen Hubbard
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4.9
Number of reviews:(813)
What's included
16 pre-recorded lessons
average 34 mins per video16 weeks
of teacher support9 hrs 8 mins
total video learning hours1 year access
to the contentHomework
Optional homework assignments are provided for each lesson. Weekly feedback is provided.Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Learners will gain a foundation in the field of ecology. We will cover key concepts such as trophic levels, species interaction, and ecosystem management. Students will explore the connection between the living and nonliving components of the ecosystem. We will pay special attention to the role humans play in our environments, and how ecology is related to the other sciences. Ecology is not only a fascinating field but is also important for understanding how our world works. We will investigate questions such as: What is ecology? How do we study natural systems? What is the scientific method? How do populations change over time? How do ecosystems adapt to change? What is the biosphere? There is no textbook or prerequisites for this class, just a love of learning and curiosity about ecology. All necessary learning materials will be provided in the classroom. Classes are designed to encourage student engagement and follow their curiosity. Each week we will cover a new topic in a 30-40 minute lecture that builds on the concepts and knowledge from the previous weeks. Optional homework assignments are provided for each lesson. Weekly feedback is provided by the instructor and questions are highly encouraged!
Syllabus
16 Lessons
over 16 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction
Ecology
Abiotic vs Biotic
Connections
Science
Process
Scientific Fields
Scientific Questions
Reductionism and Emergence
Biosphere 1 assignment
31 mins of video lessons
Lesson 2:
Physical Environment
Matter
Earth’s Context
-Spheres
Temperature
Pressure
Wind
Humidity
Precipitation
Weather vs Climate 1 assignment
39 mins of video lessons
Lesson 3:
Biosphere
Biosphere
Tree of Life
Taxonomy
Eukaryotes
Prokaryotes
Cells
Types of Life
Geologic Time
Levels of Ecosystem Organization
Biomes 1 assignment
35 mins of video lessons
Lesson 4:
Evolution
Taxonomy Review
Tree of Life
Traits
Adaptations
Genetics
Natural Selection
Evolution by Natural Selection
Speciation 1 assignment
41 mins of video lessons
Other Details
Parental Guidance
In lesson six we learn about life cycles of both plants and animals. No specific animal or human anatomy is discussed, but students will be introduced to the difference between asexual and sexual reproduction.
External Resources
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Joined December, 2019
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree from American Military University
The instructor is an ecologist. Reviews
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