Science & Nature
Intro to Microscopes!
This class covers the parts/anatomy of a microscope, followed by how to make a basic slide with animal hair, including LIVE observations on the microscope. We will observe our slide we make, as well as observing other prepared slides
8-12
year olds
3-8
learners per class
$18
Charged upfront
Meets once
55 minute class
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Description
Class Experience
The class will begin by covering the anatomy of the microscope, demonstrated on a working microscope. Safety and use will be taught. A worksheet to fill in the names of the parts will be provided. Next we will see how to make a simple slide, using a slide, pet hair, cover slip, and water or mineral oil. We will discuss how a microscope works, followed by observing slides on the microscope using a camera and phone-mount on the microscope so that the class can observe it live together. We will...
Students will learn the basic anatomy/parts of a microscope. Students will learn how to make their own slides. Students will learn how to safely carry a microscope. Students will learn how to use and focus a microscope to observe a variety of slides.
I, Dr. Tera am a physiologist, with research experience in a variety of areas. I was also a licensed veterinary technician. I have advanced experience using several different microscopes and lab techniques.
1 file available upon enrollmentPrint out 2 copies of the microscope pages that are provided before class.
55 minutes per week in class, and maybe some time outside of class.
Some slides do contain human and animal tissues (blood, muscles, nerves, etc.).
Teacher
Dr. Tera D.college chemistry and biology professor, kids dance teacher. homeschooling mom
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Lives in the
United States1 total review
4 completed classes
About Me
I teach a variety of classes. I love teaching anything science, as well as math conversions, with an occasional art, dance, or other creative and interactively fun class! I have my PhD in Physiology, BS in biology and AS in Veterinary Technology...
