Upon completion of this class learners will be able to:
-describe the mechanisms of a sea star's hydrostatic skeleton.
-describe the common characteristics of sea stars and their relatives.
-describe the anatomy of a jellyfish stinging cell.
-describe the common characteristics of a jellyfish.
-describe the structure and function of a fish swim bladder. 
-describe the structure and function of shark denticles.
-identify key adaptations of marine organisms in relationship to their environment. 

I strive to create learner-centered, integrated lessons that relate content to students’ lives.  I believe that my educational background in the field of marine science, professional teaching degree and extensive experiencing developing/delivering educational programs for all ages, will generate a class experience that fosters learners' appreciation for our oceans and environment.   Please see my teacher profile page for more detailed information on my education and teaching experience. 

Homework Offered
Weekly Work:
-One hands-on project in art, simulation or experimentation.  Project length varies. (10 pts.) -2-3 activity journal question responses posted to the classroom. (5 pts.)
-Interactive learning guide and 10 question assessment. (10 pts.)

⭐25 pts/week
⭐100 pts total 

A: 90-100 pts
B: 80-89 pts
C: 70-79 pts
D:60-69 pts
F: below 60
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Students will be provided with weekly written teacher feedback on submitted work through direct message. 
Grades Offered
Grades will be offered by request through private communication initiated by the parent to the instructor. Grades will demonstrate the learner's achievement of the learning goals through a combination of student reflection questions and quiz grades. 
0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Students will be provided with weekly written teacher feed back on submitted work.  
Grades Offered