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Let's Learn Science: The Importance of Soil and Fungi

In this class, we will focus on your learner's needs and prepare a relevant, engaging class to cater to them.
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Meets on Demand
schedule meetings as needed
30 mins
per session
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Class Experience

Week 1: What is Soil?

Introduction to soil types and composition.
The role of soil in ecosystems and agriculture.
Week 2: The Soil Food Web

Understanding soil as a living ecosystem.
The relationships between bacteria, fungi, plants, and other organisms.
Week 3: Introduction to Fungi: The Hidden Heroes

Types of fungi and their roles in ecosystems.
Mycorrhizal fungi: A partnership with plants.
Week 4: Soil and Fungi in Agriculture

How fungi improve soil health and plant growth.
The role of soil and fungi in sustainable farming.
Week 5: Soil Degradation and Its Consequences

Causes and effects of soil erosion, pollution, and degradation.
The importance of soil conservation efforts.
Week 6: Soil, Fungi, and Climate Change

The role of soil and fungi in carbon storage and climate regulation.
Innovative solutions for using fungi to fight climate change.

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Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
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Non-US Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Teacher Callum BA, CELTA, TEFL, TESOL
Utah Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Teacher Haley BS Ed
Non-US Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Teacher Leanne BA PGCE TESOL TEYL TEFL
Non-US Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Teacher Leanne BA PGCE TESOL TEYL TEFL
Non-US Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Teacher Nirusha MSc BSc TEFL
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Teacher Molly BA, PGCE
North Carolina Teaching Certificate
Teacher Heather BA TEFL TESOL
Non-US Teaching Certificate in English to Speakers of Other Languages
Teacher Marva MAHS BA TEFL TESOL
Non-US Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Teacher Hollie BA TEFL
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Teacher Melissa BEd
District of Columbia Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Teacher Sam BA CertED TEFL TESOL
Doctoral Degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from University of New Mexico
Teacher Kim, Ph.D.
Master's Degree in Education from Charles Sturt University
Teacher Vicki M.Ed, CELTA.
Master's Degree in Education from University of the People
Teacher Nergis BA MEd CELTA
Master's Degree in International Relations from University of Strathclyde
Teacher Ewan BA MSc TEFL PhD (ongoing)
Master's Degree in Art History, Criticism and Conservation from University of Melbourne
Teacher Marie BCSC MA
Master's Degree in Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences from University of The Rockies
Teacher Marva MAHS BA TEFL TESOL
Master's Degree in Religious Studies from U.S. Seminary
Teacher Baron MA in Theology
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and Management from Buckinghamshire New University
Teacher Callum BA, CELTA, TEFL, TESOL
Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry from University of New Mexico
Teacher Kim, Ph.D.
Bachelor's Degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from University of New Mexico
Teacher Kim, Ph.D.
Bachelor's Degree from Cardiff University
Teacher Sapphire, BSc Econ CELTA
Bachelor's Degree in Religious Studies from Portland Bible College
Teacher John BTh TESOL
Bachelor's Degree in English Language and Literature from Plymouth University
Teacher Kerry BA(hons) Cambridge teacher
Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Science from University of the Free State
Teacher Leanne BA PGCE TESOL TEYL TEFL
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of South Africa
Teacher Leanne BA PGCE TESOL TEYL TEFL
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and Management from University of Southampton
Teacher Nirusha MSc BSc TEFL
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Plymouth
Teacher Molly BA, PGCE
Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Western Kentucky University
Teacher Kara BEEd TEFL TESOL
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Ashford University
Teacher Heather BA TEFL TESOL
Bachelor's Degree in Sociology from Nyack College
Teacher Marva MAHS BA TEFL TESOL
Bachelor's Degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from State University of New York College at Brockport
Teacher Jennifer BS TESOL TEFL
Bachelor's Degree from Millersville University
Teacher Kayla BA TEFL
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Mississippi State University
Teacher Emma MEd TEFL
Bachelor's Degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from Université de Moncton
Teacher Fiona BSc
Bachelor's Degree in Political Science and Government from West Texas A&M University
Teacher Jerin B.S., TESOL, IELTS, TEFL
Bachelor's Degree in Communications from RMIT University
Teacher Marie BCSC MA
Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from Vancouver Island University
Teacher Melissa BEd
Bachelor's Degree from University of Central Florida
Teacher Kassie BS TEFL TESOL
Bachelor's Degree in Social Sciences from University of Ottawa
Teacher Matt BA TESOL
Bachelor's Degree from Griffith University
Teacher Sam BA CertED TEFL TESOL
Associate's Degree in Business Administration and Management from Ashford University
Teacher Heather BA TEFL TESOL
Associate's Degree in Business/Commerce from Ashford University
Teacher Kenny BA TESOL TEFL
We are a team of qualified and experienced teachers with a wealth of experience across a range of ages and subjects. Most of our teachers are also TEFL/TESL qualified. You can find out more about each teacher in our profile. We are all passionate about teaching and learning and seeing our learners succeed. We look forward to meeting you in class soon.

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Ages: 3-18

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