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Hands-On Biology - Art and Life Science - Cells and Genetics

Completed by 85 learners
Ages 11-16
Live Group Class
In this interactive class we will build several different life science models while being introduced to BIOLOGY. Students have also drawn, colored, sketched, and even painted in my class, so the options are endless!
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:
(510 reviews)
Rising Star

Live video meetings
1x per week
2-8 learners per class
45 min

What's included

1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hours per week

Class Experience

US Grade 7 - 10
Beginner Level
*This class is aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)

Let's have fun creating while learning about a very important part of life: CELLS and GENETICS!  Students will be introduced to the basics of biology while building with clay/Playdoh. Students have also drawn, colored, sketched, and even painted in my class, so the options are endless!  Students will learn interesting facts about their cells, genetics and more through discussion, Q&A, interesting videos, and a hands-on activity!    Students will construct many science models, for example, the cell membrane (fluid mosaic model) will be built to understand and demonstrate how different types of cell transport work.  Learners will need at least three small cans of play-dough.  Students may use more colors for a more detailed model (4-6 cans of Play-Dough or clay).  I will be using a second spotlighted camera to show step-by-step directions as we create and learn together.  Handouts will be provided before each class.  Students may print it out  to use as a reference or mat to work on. I will talk and ask questions about the topics while creating them.  Students can share their finished masterpieces in class or by posting pictures in the classroom. 

Join anytime you want!   

Each class will include a range of teaching methods and activities that are designed to engage the learners in both a hands-on and minds-on way. Classes will include Q&A, slideshow, fun facts, hands-on activities, worksheets, videos and much more.  Learners will be encouraged to observe, explore, question and share what they learn. A variety of methods are used to support learners and cater for different learning styles and needs. 

What is taught in this course?

~WINTER/SPRING SCHEDULE~

Week of February 23 - Intro to Biology, What Makes Something Living? and Levels of Organization🫀  
Week of March 2 - Animal Cell Structure and Organelles  
Week of March 9 - Structure of a Neuron or Brain Cell 🧠
Week of March 16 - Cell Membrane and Cell Transport: Diffusion, Active/Passive Transport, and Osmosis💧 
Week of March 23 - Plant Cell Structure and Organelles 
Week of March 30 - Structure of a Chloroplast and Stages of Photosynthesis 🌱 
Week of April 6 - Cellular Respiration and ATP ⚡️
Week of April 13 - Prokaryotes - Bacteria Cell Structure
Week of April 20 - Viruses 🦠 
Week of April 27 - Introduction to Genetics, Alleles, Dominant and Recessive Traits, and Artificial Selection  
Week of May 4 - Punnett Squares: Codominance in Blood Types🩸
Week of May 11 - Incomplete Dominance:  Flowers, Frizzle Chickens, Wavy Hair 
Week of May 18 - Karyotypes and Identifying Chromosomal Disorders 
Week of May 25 - Sex-linked Traits: Colorblindness, Pattern Baldness, Calico Cats 
Week of June 1 - Pedigree Charts  
Week of June 8 - Mitosis and Cell Division
Week of June 15 - Structure of DNA 🧬
Week of June 22 -  RNA and Protein Synthesis
Week of June 29 - Mutations


**This is the end of the cycle, lessons will repeat**

Learning Goals

To learn about two units of study in biology : Cells and Genetics!

Other Details

Parental Guidance
Play-doh may contain wheat, which could cause an allergic reaction if ingested in those sensitive to wheat gluten or with Celiac disease.
Pre-Requisites
Students can also take my human anatomy class before, during, or after taking this class.
Supply List
At least 4 (or more) small cans of play dough or any art supply of choice. 
Template will be provided each week.  Students may print it out to use as a reference or mat to work on.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Meet the teacher

Joined June, 2020
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510reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Youngstown State University
I am a certified science teacher with over 10 years of experience in Ohio, USA and online.  I have taught 100s of students in person and online about biology and life science topics!   

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