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My Octopus Teacher: A Netflix Documentary Discussion
Mrs. Russell, M.S. Ed.
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(367)
In this course, students will meet to prepare to view the documentary "The Minimalists: Less is Now" and hold a student-prepared discussion after the viewing to share, process and discuss events from the film.
Class experience
US Grade 7 - 10
This class will be a discussion-based format, with students completing assignments and reflections of the film in preparation. Teacher-prepared Google Docs will be used as the format of the individual assignments. My teaching style is informal, discussion-based, student-led when possible and appropriate. Creating a safe and warm classroom climate is one of my professional priorities and strengths. Students are expected to bring a spirit of curiosity and openness to the classroom and...
Week 1: Introductions and welcome. Students will be introduced to the overall concept of the film and will complete a "before the film" discussion with their peers and teacher. Homework: The student will view the film. The student will complete a viewing guide and other assigned activity in response to the film and in preparation for next class discussion. Week 2: Students will discuss the film and share various discussion points from their viewing guide and complete an additional assigned group activity.
Homework Offered
Homework: The student will view the film. The student will complete a viewing guide and other assigned activity in response to the film and in preparation for next class discussion.1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Informal assessment available upon request.Grades Offered
Students must have access to the film for the duration of this class. (i.e. Netflix, DVD from library, etc.) Students also need a google login to complete the google slides assignment.
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
From Common Sense Media: Parents need to know that My Octopus Teacher is a nature documentary about a man looking to regain his passion for life. Retreating from life's problems, filmmaker Craig Foster tries to recharge by returning to the stormy South African shore of his youth, where he dives into the local kelp forest and meets a resourceful and friendly octopus. He spends nearly a year visiting her daily, and the relationship affects him deeply. For kids who love animals, the depiction of a relationship between a human and a wild creature could be thrilling. Creatures of the deep eat each other and flee from predators. An octopus loses an arm. A beloved creature goes through a full life cycle, which may upset sensitive viewers. Language includes "hell."
Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(367)
Hello and Welcome! **Beginning August of 2024 I will no longer be teaching classes during the school year months, as I have taken a job teaching full-time at a middle school. I will still be offering classes in the summer months. Please reach...
Group Class
$36
for 2 classes1x per week, 2 weeks
60 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-16
4-8 learners per class
