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Equine Nutrition: Digestion, Forage, Supplements, Feeding Techniques & More

Master equine nutrition with focused lessons on digestion, forage, supplements, feeding schedules, and calculating daily nutritional needs. Learners will develop a solid understanding of feeding practices and maintaining equine health.
Christine Santos LLC
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What's included

17 live meetings
8 hrs 30 mins in-class hours
Homework
1 hour per week. included
Letter Grade
1 after class completion
Progress Report
included
Certificate of Completion
included

Class Experience

US Grade 8 - 11
Learners will gain a clear understanding of equine digestion, how to balance nutrients like protein, vitamins, and minerals, and how to calculate daily feeding requirements. They'll learn to identify quality forage, manage feeding schedules, and prevent common nutritional issues in horses. This class equips them with the knowledge to support the health, performance, and well-being of any horse through proper nutrition.

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CLASS ENVIRONMENT

Our classrooms are guided by a Socratic teaching approach, fostering critical thinking and encouraging open dialogue among learners. By facilitating engaging discussions and posing thought-provoking questions, students are able to explore topics more deeply and gain a comprehensive understanding of the material. 

Our class size does not exceed 5 learners. This allows for more personalized attention from the educator, ensuring that each learner's individual needs and learning styles are met. With a smaller group size, there is also more opportunity for discussion and collaboration among classmates, creating a supportive and engaging learning environment. Additionally, students may feel more comfortable and confident participating in discussions and activities in a smaller group setting.

We incorporate a mix of traditional methods such as videos and limited PowerPoint presentations to accommodate various learning styles as well. 

In addition, we gamify our lessons, as much as possible, to make learning fun and interactive for students. By adding elements of games and competition, we are able to keep learners engaged and motivated to participate in their education.

We also incorporate hands-on projects, wherever possible, to provide students with real-world application of their learning. Through these projects, students are able to apply their knowledge in practical ways and further enhance their understanding of the subject matter.

By designing this type of diverse classroom environment, utilizing multiple teaching methods, we effectively address the diverse learning styles of our learners.

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IMPORTANT DATES

Please note we value mental health and want to prevent teacher burnout. With that said, we do take company wide breaks where there will not be any classes taught nor will we be answering emails. 

Please expect a delay in responses the following dates: 

2024:

August 19-August 25 (Summer Break)
November 27-29 (Thanksgiving Break)
December 23 - December 31 (Winter Break)

2025

January 1 - Jan 5 (Winter Break)
March 17 - March 23 (Spring Break)
April 19 - April 20 (Easter Break)
August 25-31st (Summer Break)

If you are enrolled, you will not be charged!

We will be returning all emails the day or two after we return. 

In addition, teachers may need time off outside of these breaks as emergencies do happen. We always try our best to give ample notice when we can. You will never be charged for a day that we cancel classes.

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CLASS POLICIES

Refund Policy:

We strictly adhere to Outschool's refund/reschedule policy for all of our classes. This means that once a class has been paid for, there will be no deviation from Outschool's guidelines. We do not offer refunds or rescheduling outside of what Outschool allows. 

Camera Policy:

All students are required to keep their camera turned on during the entire class. The only exception is those that have been verified by Outschool and have the verification badge.  

Contact info:

In compliance with Outschool's policies, we do not accept friend or contact requests from current or former families on any social networking site (Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.). We also do not provide or ask for any personal information such as email address or phone numbers.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation with these policies.
Learning Goals
Learners will master the fundamentals of equine nutrition, from digestion to creating balanced feeding plans that optimize horse health and performance.
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Syllabus

17 Lessons
over 17 Weeks
Lesson 1:
Digestion
 Learners will be able to describe the process of digestion. 
30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Importance of water, carbohydrates, protein, vitamins, and minerals
 Learners will understand the essential role of water, carbohydrates, protein, vitamins, and minerals in maintaining equine health and performance. 
30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
How to calculate the daily nutritional requirements for a horse
 Learners will be able to accurately calculate the daily nutritional requirements for a horse based on its age, weight, and activity level. 
30 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Types of forage
 Learners will be able to identify and differentiate between various types of forage commonly used in equine nutrition. 
30 mins online live lesson

Other Details

Parental Guidance
Disclaimer: There will not be any targeted or specific advice given. There will never be any personal information shared. All resources used will be relevant and age appropriate. By enrolling in this class, you are granting us permission to utilize any and all external resources listed.
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Amanda Kin
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Ellen Feig
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Bachelor's Degree in Science from Southern Illinois University of Carbondale
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ARIELLE FULK
Hello, I'm Arielle Fulk, a dedicated professional with over 10 years of experience working with equine. I hold a Bachelor's Degree in animal science, specializing in horses, which has provided me with a solid foundation in equine care and management.

My passion for horses led me to pursue a career as an equine vet technician, where I gained valuable experience in diagnosing and treating lameness and reproductive issues in horses. This hands-on experience has allowed me to develop a deep understanding of equine health and welfare, enabling me to provide the best possible care for these magnificent animals.

In addition to my vet tech experience, I also have a strong background in retraining horses for new careers. Whether it's helping a retired racehorse transition to a pleasure riding horse or preparing a young horse for a competitive career, I take pride in helping horses reach their full potential and thrive in their new roles.

I am dedicated to continuing my education and staying current on the latest advancements in equine care and training. My goal is to always provide the highest level of care and education to those I teach, being horses or their counter parts!

I have thoroughly enjoyed my work educating upcoming equestrians as young as Kindergarten to adults. I specialize in Middle and High School students and am happy to bring my teaching expertise to Outschool.

AMANDA KIN
Amanda is an Ohio State University graduate with a bachelor’s and master’s degree in animal science and over 200 hours towards her PhD in Integrated Biomedical Sciences. She has been teaching for over twenty years. In her personal life, Amanda enjoys riding horses, teaching riding lessons, hiking with her dogs, and playing music.  The daughter of a veterinarian and a concert pianist, Amanda has a deeply ingrained passion for animals and all things STEAM.  

CAROLINE LILLEY
Ms. Caroline Lilley graduated with degrees in Agriculture Education and Animal Science with a focus on Equine Sciences. She's taught middle school and high school learners as an FFA and Science Teacher; teaching Animal Sciences, Equine Sciences and Veterinary Assisting courses. She grew up in her fathers veterinary clinic, and now lives on a hobby farm in coastal North Carolina with an abundance of farm animals. She is very passionate about animals and all things horses. She teaches riding lessons specializing in western pleasure and hunter under saddle with the quarter horse and appaloosa horse breeds. 

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for 17 classes
1x per week, 17 weeks
30 min

Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
1-5 learners per class

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