Introduction to Microbiology

In this 6-day course, students will learn about the invisible organisms that are classified as microorganisms.

Dr. David Purvis

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45 minutes

per class

Twice per week

over 3 weeks

13-16

year olds

3-12

learners per class

per learner - per class

How does a “Multi-Day” course work?

Meets multiple times at scheduled times

Live video chats, recorded and monitored for safety and quality

Discussions via classroom forum and private messages with the teacher

Great for engaging projects and interacting with diverse classmates from other states and countries

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Description

Class Experience

This introductory course to Microbiology will begin with a general survey of the six kingdoms of life and their microscopic representatives. After examining the differences between eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells, students will learn the important structures unique to the larger animal, plant and fungus cells. The characteristics of organisms within the protist kingdom will be covered including the malaria parasite and the brain-eating amoeba. Studying the fungi offers opportunities for...

I have a PhD in Microbiology but soon thereafter became certified to teach because I wanted to teach kids. I have many years experience teaching science at the elementary, middle, secondary and college levels.  I have taught Microbiology in both online and classroom settings. Even in an online setting, I make my classes as hands-on, interesting, fun, and rigorous as possible.

Students will need a notebook for notes and small activities.  For full participation, students can purchase a set of nutrient agar plates.  A microscope is a true bonus for this course (but not required), as is methylene blue to view cheek cells.

1 hour 30 minutes per week in class, and maybe some time outside of class.

Teacher

Dr. David Purvis

Elementary and Middle School Science Teacher Consultant

40 total reviews

47 completed classes

About Me

For over 25 years I have taught science in some context to elementary, middle, secondary, and college students. I have taught science education courses in a teacher education program and have even taught pre-K and Kindergarten science. I have...