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Life Science I - Cells, Organelles, and Mitosis

In this four-week course, your middle school student will be introduced to cells, organelles, and cell division (mitosis). #academic
Ashley McLaurin
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What's included

8 live meetings
6 in-class hours
Homework
1-2 hours per week. In this course, your student will have 1-2 review activities each week, two projects, and two short 10 question quiz to check their understanding. All work can be completed digitally or printed for convenience. Project #1 (Week 2) Students will create their own organism and describe how it fulfills the requirements of a living organism. Project #2 (Week 3) Cell diagram. Students will make a cell diagram for either a plant or animal cell.
Assessment
Students are given short quizzes throughout the course to check their understanding. Parents can ask for a report if needed.

Class Experience

US Grade 5 - 8
In this LIVE course, which is geared toward an introduction to cells and their functions, your student will learn: 

Week 1 - Lesson: What are Cells? 
-  Cell Theory
-  Prokaryotic versus Eukaryotic Cells
-  Different Types of Cells

Week 2 - Lesson: Characteristics of Living Things
-  Living versus non-living 
-  Project #1: Create a Fictional Living Creature
-  Directions and Rubric

Week 3 -  Lesson: What are Organelles? 
- Quizizz on Organelles and Function
- Project #2: Create Your Own Cell Diagram
- Directions and Rubric

Week 4 - Lesson: Cell Division (Mitosis)
- Video and Group Lesson
- Kahoot 
- Quiz 

There will be a short lesson, group activities, review games, and vocabulary review in each class.  Students will be given weekly note sheets, two projects (#1 Characteristics of Life and #2 Cell Diagram), digital practice sheets, and small (optional) quizzes to test your student's understanding. 

All work can be completed digitally, but if your student prefers doing the projects on paper, the following materials are suggested: paper, color pencils, and small household items for the cell diagram project.
Learning Goals
By the end of this course, your student will understand cell theory, what characteristics define a living organism versus non-living, visually identify prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, describe different types of cells and why they may have more or less specific organelles, define the function of each organelle, and identify the sequence of mitosis and its importance for the body.
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Supply List
All work can be completed digitally. 

If your student prefers doing the projects on paper the following materials are suggested: paper, color pencils, and small household items for the cell diagram project.
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Joined April, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Indiana Teaching Certificate in Science
Bachelor's Degree in Science from Ball State University
Welcome to my Outschool profile! I'm an enthusiastic science educator with a passion for inspiring young minds. With over a decade of teaching experience, I specialize in middle and high school sciences, including chemistry, physics, and biology.

My approach to teaching is all about making science relatable, exciting, and empowering for students. I focus not just on the facts but on teaching them how to think like scientists, solve problems, and use scientific language effectively. This builds their confidence and helps them see science as a skill they can master, opening doors to further exploration and advanced studies.

Whether you're looking for ongoing classes, one-time sessions, or semester-long courses, I offer a range of options to suit your needs. I'm also available for personalized tutoring and test preparation. If you are still looking for a time or topic that fits your schedule, feel free to reach out, and I'll do my best to accommodate you.

Let's embark on a journey of discovery and learning together! I can't wait to share my love for science with your students. Contact me to discuss how we can make science come alive in a way that's meaningful and fun for them. See you in class!

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$30

weekly or $120 for 8 classes
2x per week, 4 weeks
45 min

Completed by 22 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
2-8 learners per class

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