Gardening - Grow Your Own Food and More Self-Paced
Nita Stone teaches this 9 week, 9 unit self-paced class where students learn about gardening. There are a total of 28 lessons.
Nita Stone MEd, Voice, Writing, AG, Gardening,
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4.4
Number of reviews:(11)
What's included
28 pre-recorded lessons
9 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
Students will have an assignment and quiz for each unit, 2 projects, and a final exam. There will be some fun puzzles to solve too.Assessment
Grades will be taken on quizzes. Extra credit will be given for assignments, and projects.Grading
includedClass Experience
US Grade 7 - 10
Beginner Level
Many people around the world enjoy gardening in one form or another. Many of us have house plants that we care for year round and for many years. People give plants as gifts. Some will grow vegetables and fruits to have for cooking. In this class taught by Nita Stone we will learn about the different types of gardening. There will be quizzes and optional assignments. There are two optional projects to choose from. Written reports can be turned in for the activities and projects. Extra credit will be given for activities and project reports. The main grades will be from the quizzes. I do encourage students to try the activities and projecets. They are fun and enhance the lessons. I am a Master Gardener in the state of Arkansas and learned gardening from my mom. We had gardens while I was growing up and I have had gardens my entire adult life. Students will be encouraged to discuss what their favorite plants are. I will answer questions and there is even an escape the garden activity. I will stay in contact weekly with the students through the classroom portal. Here is the breakdown of the class. Week 1 – Unit 1 Introduction, Essential oils, Pollinators, Worms, and Soil. Quiz 1, Assignment 1- Type of Pollinator and What Plant it Likes, Project 1 – Garden Plan Project 2 – Three Sisters Garden and Report Week 2 – Unit 2 Planning Your Garden, Planting Zones, Off Season Preparation, Rotating Plants Quiz 2, Assignment 2- Planting Zones in Your Area Week 3 – Unit 3 House Plants, Inside Gardening, Starting Seeds Quiz 3, Assignment 3- House Plant Week 4 – Unit 4 Herbs and Spices Quiz 4, Assignment 4- Start Seeds Week 5 Make up week – finish any uncompleted work Week 6 – Unit 5 Flowers Quiz 5, Assignment 5- Flowers for Your Garden Week 7 – Unit 6 Vegetables, Tomatoes, Potatoes Quiz 6, Assignment 6- Four Plants for Your Garden Week 8 – Unit 7 Fruits, Berries, Melons Quiz 7, Assignment 7- Melons, Fruits, or Berries for Your Garden Week 9 – Unit 8 GMOs, Weeds, Pests Quiz 8, Assignment 8- Report of weeds and pests in your area. Week 10 Make up week Week 11 – Unit 9 Repotting, Transplanting, Dust Bowl Quiz 9, Assignment 9- What plants can you move inside for winter? Week 12 All work due, extra credit due.
Learning Goals
Students will learn about caring for plants, inside and out.
Syllabus
9 Units
28 Lessons
over 9 WeeksUnit 1: Unit 1 - Introduction, Essential oils, Pollinators, Worms, Soil
Lesson 1:
Introduction
Introduction Lesson 2:
Essential Oils
Essential Oils Lesson 3:
Pollinators
Pollinators Lesson 4:
Worms
Worms Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
Planting materials are required if students decide to do some of the assignments.
Joined April, 2020
4.4
11reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from Ashford University
Bachelor's Degree from DeVry University
Hi! I hope you will enjoy my classes. I have a Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering Technology. I worked in the telecommunications field for 10 years. I have a Master of Arts in Teaching and Learning with Technology and just need to finish my dissertation for my Educational Doctorate in eLearning and Organizational Leadership. I formally taught English as a Foreign Language to children in China from home. I love teaching.
I have a wide range of interests and hobbies. I love gardening, sewing, needlework, crafts, singing, reading, and cooking. I am currently an Arkansas Master Gardener. I have 2 grown daughters, 3 granddaughters, and 1 grandson.
I have been singing and performing since I was 5 years old. I studied voice at Collin County College and Texas Women's University. I have taken private voice lessons and taught vocal coaching for over 15 years.
I was a Sweet Adeline for 15 years. I sang with the 5 time International champion Rich Tone Chorus for 3 years and Texas Harmony for 10 years. I have also worked with 2 new choruses in the Dallas area. I also sang in a quartet called Rambunxious for 3 years.
I have been a sub teacher in the public schools for over 17 years. I sub 2 days a week currently. I have tutored all subjects and grades. I love reading and read a book each month. One of my favorite subjects is history. I love reading about history and the lessons we can learn. I love to learn about the different states and countries on our wonderful planet.
Did I mention that I love teaching? I do.Reviews
Self-Paced Course
$17
weekly or $150 for all content28 pre-recorded lessons
9 weeks of teacher support
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Ages: 12-17
