Fascinating Birds of Uganda! (Ongoing)
Calling all animal lovers! Uganda is a bird lovers paradise due to being home to over 1,000 different species of interesting birds! This ongoing class will cover some of the most interesting and unique bird species of Uganda.
Kristin McKnight Vargas
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(952)
What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
Uganda is a bird lovers paradise due to being home to over 1,000 different species of interesting birds! This live ongoing class will cover some of the most interesting and unique bird species of Uganda. These video lessons will have 8 birds in each lesson (total of 32 birds, over a period of 4 weeks). After week 4, we will rotate back to week one so that the classes can be joined at anytime and can be taken in any order. The students will not only learn about the birds themselves, but they will also learn about subjects such as endangered, extinct, vulnerable, habitat loss, conservation, climate, camouflage, etc. There will be fun Quizlet activities that will allow each student to continue to practice their new knowledge after class in the classroom page. TUESDAY Sections: Oct 5th: Grey Crowned Crane (Crested Crane), Shoebill Stork, Shelley's Crimsonwing, Great Blue Turaco, Marabou Stork, Saddle-billed Stork, Green-Breasted Pitta, and Standard-Winged Nightjar Oct 12th: Ostrich, Black and White Casqued Hornbill, Bar Tailed Trogon, Crested barbet, Doherty's Bushshrike, Malachite Kingfisher, Great White Pelican, and African Darter Oct 19th: Little Bittern, Grey Heron, Great Egret, Common Kestrel, Egyptian Goose, Pied Crow, Ruppel's Vulture, and Pied Kingfisher Oct 26th: Martial Eagle, Black Crake, Lesser Flamingo, Cattle Egret, Kori Bustard, Helmeted Guineafowl, Great Cormorant, and Peregrine Falcon THURSDAY Sections: Sept 9th: Grey Crowned Crane (Crested Crane), Shoebill Stork, Shelley's Crimsonwing, Great Blue Turaco, Marabou Stork, Saddle-billed Stork, Green-Breasted Pitta, and Standard-Winged Nightjar Sept 16th: Ostrich, Black and White Casqued Hornbill, Bar Tailed Trogon, Crested barbet, Doherty's Bushshrike, Malachite Kingfisher, Great White Pelican, and African Darter NO CLSSS SEPT 23RD Sept 30th: Little Bittern, Grey Heron, Great Egret, Common Kestrel, Egyptian Goose, Pied Crow, Ruppel's Vulture, and Pied Kingfisher Oct 7th: Martial Eagle, Black Crake, Lesser Flamingo, Cattle Egret, Kori Bustard, Helmeted Guineafowl, Great Cormorant, and Peregrine Falcon Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or requests.
Learning Goals
Students will be able to...
-define a bird
-know a variety of terms such as, endangered, extinct, camouflage, conservation, etc.
-know how to do their own research about birds.
-know about many birds in Uganda.
-identify Uganda on a map.
Other Details
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined March, 2020
4.9
952reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Hello and welcome!
I'm Kristin, and I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to meet your learner(s)! I am a certified teacher with a B.S. Ed. in Early Childhood Education and Special Education. With years of experience teaching both in the classroom and online, I bring a wealth of knowledge and passion to my teaching.
In addition to teaching, I'm a business owner and have a background as a horseback riding instructor, which adds a unique perspective to my approach. My teaching philosophy centers around not just imparting knowledge, but inspiring a love of learning. I believe that when learners develop a genuine curiosity, they are motivated to grow, succeed, and eventually inspire others.
I create a classroom environment that is safe, inclusive, and supportive of all learners, regardless of their abilities. I'm experienced in tailoring lessons to meet individual needs and learning preferences, ensuring that every student feels confident and engaged. My teaching covers a broad range of subjects, with a particular focus on literature, life skills, nature, history, and geography.
Outside of the classroom, I have a variety of personal passions: horseback riding (both English and Western styles), reading, playing guitar, dancing, dog training, learning new languages, and exploring the world through travel. I love incorporating students' passions into their learning journey and am always open to hearing feedback, ideas, and preferences to make the learning experience even more meaningful.
What is your learner’s passion? I can’t wait to help them discover new interests and grow in their education. I look forward to meeting your learner(s) soon!Reviews
Live Group Class
$12
weekly1x per week
50 min
Completed by 8 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-12
1-9 learners per class
