Background knowledge is NOT required for this class.

In this 10 week class, we will research and discuss a 6 different reptiles. Some of the information that we will cover includes the scientific classification, characteristics, unique features, behavior, diet, distribution, and interesting facts.   

We will cover these reptiles following the schedule as described below: 
Week 1 and 2 - Chinese alligator
Week 3 and 4 - Eastern green mamba - Dendroaspis angusticeps 
Week 5 and 6 - Alligator snapping turtle 
Week 7 and 8 - Giant plated lizard 
Week 9 - West African slender snouted crocodile
Week 10 - Diamondback terrapin

The class will primarily be structured as a discussion guided by the information that learners find during class. Throughout the class, learners are encouraged to share information (images or website links), and ask and answer questions by talking or messaging in the chat. During class, learners will share their answers with their classmates.