Flex-First Semester Survival Skills and More--With a Marine
In this 15 week class, students will learn to survive in wilderness scenarios and apply knowledge as we problem solve topics each week.
Ben Franklin (M.Ed, M.Div, MBS, BS, Veteran)
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15 pre-recorded lessons
15 weeks
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I will not assign homework but may offer further resources for continued independent learning after each class. I do send out a skills lab after each class so the student has the option of practicing what is learned.Class Experience
As a former member of a Marine Corps Sniper Team, I spent many months in forests, deserts, and unpredictable environments. The military survival instruction I received was critical to my success. And I want to share that knowledge with you! This course is geared towards 8-13 year-old students (though the content is appropriate for students of all ages). All students are welcome to attend! This 15-week course will include instruction in fieldcraft (forest/desert survival), urban survival, and overall situational awareness. The format of this course will be a pre-recorded lecture, photographs, diagrams, instructional videos and written materials. I will engage students by soliciting their experiences and by presenting "what if" scenarios for their consideration with discussions posted to the classroom discussion board. I will also include a skills lab to be completed by the student between classes using the skills learned should they desire. The skills lab is optional. During this course of study students will learn to master the following areas: You can do the semester classes in any order or concurrently if you wish. For this course, no prior experience or knowledge is required. My goal is for students to be empowered to overcome any obstacle or situation they may face in the wilderness. My teaching style is casual, humorous, friendly, positive, and socially neutral. I understand students come from many various backgrounds. I want the students in my class to be prepared to survive and thrive if things go bad--or if they experience a difficult situation. I want to share my experience and training with them so they can take care of themselves and their loved ones. With the know how presented in this class, they will be able to do so. Students will be encouraged to ask questions via discussion board. Such interaction is the best way for this specialized knowledge to be understood and absorbed. The teacher will interact with the student regularly via the discussion board. I solicit friendly participation from all students and have found that even the most stand-offish students eventually join in the weekly conversations with enthusiasm. Tags: Survival class Survival training Survival school Survival basics Survival education Survival skills
Learning Goals
The student will learn skills for survival and acquire knowledge to apply when situations arise that may call for advanced problem-solving skills. They will be able to problem solve using different scenarios to encourage thinking and understanding.
Syllabus
15 Lessons
over 15 WeeksLesson 1:
Survival Mindset
Without the right mindset, you will have a tough time dealing with your surroundings. I'll show you how to be safe in any environment/situation. This requires some forethought and planning on your part. We will also learn three knots in this class. 1 assignment
Lesson 2:
Water
Without water, you will not survive long in the wilderness or in a survival situation. I’ll show you how to find and treat water for drinking. We will also make a water filter. Lesson 3:
Fire
Fire is crucial for survival. We will discuss how having a simple fire can save your life many times over. I’ll show you how to start a fire with, or without, fire starting gear. Lesson 4:
Shelter
You must know how to build a shelter in order to survive in the wilderness. I’ll show you the best and easiest methods. One takes less than 5 minutes to build! Other Details
Parental Guidance
This class will deal with potentially scary topics such as wilderness scenarios, disasters, and being lost. However, graphic or gory images, over-the-top illustrations, and/or detailed specifics will not be part of the curriculum. We will be discussing ways to start fires with tools and without tools as a class discussion. We will not actually physically start a fire but parents may want to talk with their student after this class regarding safety. We are also discussing water treatment and will emphasize seeking parental help should they wish to try the technique to purify water. I will always send the student to the parent for supervision in areas where safety is a concern.
Parents should be aware we will discuss topics related to wilderness survival and that I will present all of these topics in as positive a manner as possible and in the spirit of survival...and overcoming obstacles.
Supply List
Paper and pencil to take notes. I will send out a class supply list the first week of class.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined August, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Maine Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education
Master's Degree in Education from Ashford University
I am a proud, former member of a United States Marine Corps Sniper Team, Second Battalion, Third Marine Division, stationed out of KMCAS, Hawaii. I received extensive training in the military. I attended training such as: jungle survival, cold weather, desert survival and as a combat medic and EMT for that team. I served during the Gulf Wars and have extensive experience in the areas I teach. After my time with the Marines, I entered civilian Law Enforcement in Jacksonville Florida. Today, I share the knowledge I was given with others. Reviews
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Ages: 8-14
