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Microscope Bootcamp for Beginners
Amanda Monarchino
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(3)
In this 4 meeting course, students will learn to use their microscope like a pro!
Class experience
US Grade 5 - 8
Beginner Level
In this 4 week course, students will master the parts of a microscope, learn how to use them like a pro, prepare a microscope slide, compare and contrast specimens under different magnifications, and conduct an investigation to answer a question of their own using their observations. Lesson 1: Review parts of a microscope (covered in the prerequisite course) and learn how the microscope functions and changes an image using the "letter e lab". Lesson 2: Bring 3 new samples of your choice...
This class is taught in English.
Students will be able to prepare a microscope slide Students will be able to adjust the magnification between low, medium, and high power Students will be able to focus images under the microscope using the course and fine adjustment knobs Students will be able to take detailed observations of their microscope specimens Students will be able to plan an investigation using materials from their surroundings Students will be able to use their observations to confirm or reject a hypothesis Students will be able to compare and contrast different types of microscopes and their functions
I am a certified middle school science teacher in the state of Ohio. I have 5 years of middle school science teaching experience in international schools with a diverse population of learners.
Homework Offered
The only homework for this course will be work that students are not able to complete during class time (rollover).0 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Learner progress will be given assessed through a written lab report detailing their experiment with their microscope. Students will receive detailed feedback on their work.Grades Offered
Students will need a microscope, microscope slides, cover slips, pencil, paper, and access to sample specimens from around the house such as leafs, onions, sand, dirt, pond water, apple skin, fur, hair, wool, etc. They may also need assistance cutting a thin layer of their specimen using a kitchen knife under proper supervision.
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Student may wish to view specimens that would consider using a knife or scissors under supervision to create a thin layer of an onion, flower stem, etc.
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(3)
Hi everyone, My name is Amanda and I teach a variety of science topics with a focus on content covered in middle school courses for students aged 10 to 15 years old. These include biology, geology, earth and space science, chemistry, and...
Group Class
$22
weekly or $88 for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
60 min
Completed by 3 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
3-7 learners per class
