High School Natural Sciences
What's included
30 live meetings
25 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Homework is assigned weekly and is graded for completeness.Assessment
Assessment will be formal and informal. They are designed provide practice for students to succeed in future higher level science programs.Letter Grade
Homework, labs, and tests will be graded to allow students and parents to judge progress and readiness for future learning.Class Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Intermediate Level
The Natural Sciences CLEP exam is designed to assess a student's understanding of various scientific concepts and principles, ranging from biology to physics. This comprehensive test covers a wide range of topics such as ecology, genetics, chemistry, and geology. By taking the Natural Sciences CLEP exam, students have the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge in these areas and earn college credit for their proficiency in science. With careful preparation and study, examinees can showcase their ability to analyze data, interpret graphs, and apply scientific reasoning to real-world scenarios. Successfully passing this exam not only showcases a strong grasp of natural sciences but also provides students with a valuable credential that can save time and money on fulfilling general education requirements in college. This course is an excellent preparation for the science portion of the ACT.
Learning Goals
Knowledge of fundamental facts, concepts, and principles.
Interpretation and comprehension of information presented in the form of graphs, diagrams, tables, equations, or verbal passages.
Syllabus
30 Lessons
over 15 WeeksLesson 1:
Evolution and Classification
-Darwinian Concept of Natural Selection
-The Origin of Life
-Evolution of Life
-Mechanism of Evolution
-Classification of Living Organisms
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Evolution and Classification
-Darwinian Concept of Natural Selection
-The Origin of Life
-Evolution of Life
-Mechanism of Evolution
-Classification of Living Organisms
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Evolution and Classification
-Darwinian Concept of Natural Selection
-The Origin of Life
-Evolution of Life
-Mechanism of Evolution
-Classification of Living Organisms
50 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Cellular and Molecular Biology
-The Structure and Function of Cells
-Chemical Nature of the Gene
50 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Learning Needs
This course can be adjusted to accommodate any special learning needs of the student.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
Gina Jude Curriculum is a certified teacher-tutoring and online teaching service. We offer online courses for homeschool students in a variety of subjects, including math, science, English, history, and more. We also provide tutoring services for students who are struggling in a particular subject.
Our mission is to provide quality education to all students, regardless of their learning style or ability. We believe that every student has the potential to succeed when given the proper tools and support.
Teachers for this class are certified in 7th-12th grade biology and have experience in teaching biology in both brick & mortar schools and on the Outschool platform at many different levels including AP and Dual Enrollment.
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Live Group Course
$32
weekly or $470 for 30 classes2x per week, 15 weeks
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-18
1-6 learners per class