How Science Imitates Nature - Let's Learn From Aquatic Animals (Self-Paced)
In this one time self-paced course, students will learn about biomimicry and how people have benefited from the amazing designs found in nature.
Jeffrey R, BA, TESOL, TEFL
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(211)
What's included
1 pre-recorded lesson
1 week
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentClass Experience
US Grade 4 - 6
During this class, students will participate in enjoyable, scientific discussions about human inventions inspired by nature. We will be learning from looking at pictures, watching some short videos, and listening to some facts and doing some brainstorming as we find the answers to some informative questions. In class we will help to engage the learners and makes the information more receptive. We will also have a little project assigned to work on that we can discuss in the online classroom discussion. In this class, we will answer the question, "what is biomimicry? We will discuss 3 specific aquatic animals (Octopus, Humpback Whale & Dolphin) and how human inventions have been inspired by them. Also during class we will have the opportunity for each student to make a drawing and brief description of something they would like to invent based on the animals we discussed in class.
Learning Goals
Students attending this class will gain an understanding of biomimicry and how we continue to benefit from the amazing aspects of animals in nature.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum1 Lesson
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How Science Imitates Nature - Let's Learn From Aquatic Animals
During this class, students will participate in enjoyable, scientific discussions about human inventions inspired by nature. We will be learning from looking at pictures, watching some short videos, and listening to some facts and doing some brainstorming as we find the answers to some informative questions. In class we will help to engage the learners and makes the information more receptive. We will also have a little project assigned to work on that we can discuss in the online discussion. 9 mins of video lessons
Other Details
Supply List
Students will need paper, pencil and some basic coloring pencils, markers or crayons. Whichever is easier to attain. A worksheet will also be provided weekly for taking notes.
2 files available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined July, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Education from United States Institution of Language and Clerical Studies
After 9 years of teaching similar topics, I have developed a deep understanding of the principles of biomimicry and its various applications. My qualifications to teach biomimicry classes are strengthened by my experience in teaching, which has allowed me to develop effective teaching methods and strategies for engaging students of all ages and backgrounds. Reviews
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