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Just Curious - Microscope Club

Interested in exploring microscopic world? Make friends with other microscope enthusiasts. I'll share ideas for specimens and techniques or bring your own, the primary focus is making new friends while discovering wonders of micro world.
Jennifer Anderson
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:
(17)
Class

What's included

1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hours per week

Class Experience

US Grade 8 - 11
**March/ April focus: Collecting and viewing samples from ponds and freshwater sources. 
 
Join us for Just Curious - Microscope Club to delve into the microscopic world and  connect with other people who share your interest in it! The club will focus on topics that members are curious about (learner-led), and I'll provide a few suggestions such as exploring flowers, mushrooms, and pond/lake water during the summer. In addition, we'll discuss current research topics every week.

At the meetings, members can freely share any interesting events or ask questions during the free talk period. The topic of the day will be discussed briefly and new techniques will be demonstrated. After that, learners can spend time working in the lab, and if they want, they can share pictures of slide views by posting them on the class page. I will check in periodically to see what they're viewing and to answer any questions they may have. My microscope view will be shared on screen as needed. Taking pictures of slides with a digital camera is encouraged but not mandatory. Learners are encouraged to keep a journal of their observations

Whether looking at created slides or prepared slides can be interesting, it can also be challenging to understand what you're observing. The aim of this club is to offer the opportunity to explore freely, with assistance and direction as necessary.
Learning Goals
- Learn how to create slides using different methods and techniques.
- Just curious to try making slides and applying newly learned techniques
- Connect with other microscope enthusiasts and make new friends who share your interest.
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Parental Guidance
Your student can join a club that offers the chance to enhance their skills by looking at specimens and slides with a compound or digital microscope. Please note that your student will need a working microscope in order to participate. I can help your learner troubleshoot if needed during open lab time. Feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns. Videos will be shared based on student interest and questions.
Supply List
Compound Microscope or digital microscope
blank slides & cover slips  (~5)
eye dropper
tweezers

*Additional supplies will be listed on class page at the start of the week.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined August, 2021
4.9
17reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from State University of New York College at Brockport
Associate's Degree from Salvation Army School for Officer Training
I have taught in-person Biology labs that frequently used microscopes and slides made in lab. Incorporating technology allows students to aim to support your student in building confidence and practical skills through guidance in their studies. Although books have their uses, nothing compares to the benefits of hands-on learning and witnessing the marvels of Biology. My love for Biology stems from its deceptive simplicity, which upon deeper examination reveals a truly astounding complexity.

My area of study is Biology, and I hold a Bachelor of Science degree where I learned about mammalogy, ornithology, ecology, marine biology, microbiology, histology, and aquatic invertebrates. In my co-op lab classes, I gained hands-on experience with microscopes and learned how to create slides rather than just viewing prepared ones. I am now providing microscope classes through Outschool, where students are encouraged to use their compound or digital microscopes during open lab time. I utilize digital cameras to share my own microscope view,  as well as encourage students' to share their microscope view. While I value traditional lab techniques, I also believe that technology can enhance the lab experience when appropriate. see more clearly what they are looking for and share what they are seeing, allowing for an enhanced lab experience.

Personally I am an ever curious Biologist - I've studies mammalogy, marine biology, ornithology, microbiology, and more. In my classroom I encourage my students to explore and follow there curiosity, ask questions and find answers. I enjoy incorporating traditional learning with technology, helping students gain a deeper understanding material in practical ways. 

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weekly
1x per week
50 min

Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
1-3 learners per class

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