Marine Science for High School & Accelerated Middle School Students - Semester 1
In this 8 Week Course, Students will learn will be introduced to the Physical Aspects of Marine Science.
Christopher Hoppner MAT
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(93)
What's included
16 live meetings
14 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Homework will be in the form of links to specific YouTube Videos that will further enhance the topics, plus worksheets. Learners can complete them either as a group or individually. 1 -2 hours per week. Two group projects will be assigned in the beginning.Assessment
Assessment will depend on the learner. If a formal assessment is needed for homeschool credit, a final exam plus successful completion of assignments will be given a number grade.Certificate of Completion
includedClass Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Beginner Level
This course is the first of a two-part course. It is a modified version of a Science Elective course offered to high school and accelerated middle school students that I taught in NY. This first semester starts with the early exploration of the oceans, followed by the physical properties of the oceans and the surrounding habitats, ending with current technologies used to study the oceans. Semester 2 will focus on the biological aspects, fishing methods, and environmental issues. As former students know, I teach with PowerPoint, Video, and Open Discussion (which is highly encouraged). Interaction with students is a key part of my lessons, and expanding on topics of student interest is welcome. The only requirement that I require is curiosity and a desire to learn. Much of my lesson design is via first-hand account of my years as a boat captain, fisherman, shark tagger, and marine science researcher.
Learning Goals
Students will be able to create and explain a cross section of the Atlantic Ocean Floor, labeling all characteristicsStudents will be able to state the astronomical events that drive tidal forces
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created Curriculum16 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction to Marine Science
Defining Marine Science, the various divisions in Marine Science Studies, and the role they play in our understanding of the World's Oceans. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Marine Myths
Ancient mythologies of cultures such as the Greeks, Romans, Norse, and others will be studied and used as an introduction to early exploration. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
History of Exploration
Specific Voyages of Exploration, such as Magellan, Cook, Maury will be studied as will the contributions to scientific knowledge. 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Boat and Ship Design
The changes in boat design from early Egyptian and Polynesian to current designs. 55 mins online live lesson
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2020
4.9
93reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
3 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from Stony Brook University
Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science from Dowling College
Associate's Degree in Marine Biology from Suffolk County Community College
I am a Science Teacher with 24 years of experience in public schools. I have degrees in Marine Science, Natural Science, and Earth Science Education. Science is a passion that I have had since I was a boy. Learning Science should be fun,.... because SCIENCE is FUN ! I teach anything related to my degrees, such as Astronomy, Space Science, Marine Biology, Environmental Science, Rocks and Minerals, Weather, Plate Tectonics, etc. with added courses on methods of data presentation such as Excel and PowerPoint. I have also taught Advanced Research Methods such as DNA Extraction, PCR, and Gel Electrophoresis. I am a huge nerd with Lord of the Rings, Marvel, Image, and D.C. Comics, and Science Fiction being my hobbies, along with reading, hiking, fishing, drawing, and model building. Having tagged sharks for 33 years, I am something of a "Shark Nerd" as well. I have taught science to students in grades 5 - 12, ran science fairs for elementary, middle, and high school students, and taught them presentation skills. I am very happy to be joining Outschool and look forward to working with students sharing the wonders of science !!!
Reviews
Live Group Course
$38
weekly or $300 for 16 classes2x per week, 8 weeks
55 min
Completed by 5 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
3-10 learners per class
