Name That Ocean Creature 101
Spark your child's curiosity and love for the ocean with this captivating 12-week self-paced course. Your child will dive into the fascinating world of ocean life, learning about a new marine species, as well as known creatures.
Tanya Renee Brewington, MBA
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4.9
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What's included
12 pre-recorded lessons
12 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentHomework
1-2 hours per week. Students will write a summary paragraph towards the end of class about what they learned in class. This course is designed to learn some key things about our Ocean Creatures and how to write an effective summary paragraph. This will help the students to practice their summary writing. These summaries will be added into the FlipBook Final Project. Students can take a picture of their page weekly and submit for review. In addition, students carefully construct a model using appropriate materials like aquarium-safe rocks, sand, water, and artificial or live aquatic elements to accurately depict an ocean habitat. The students can get as complex or as simple as desired. The project is not designed to be costly. Students can draw/paint/build their habitat. Each week, based on the ocean creature we have learned, the student would then add that creature into their habitat. Students will present their final project during week 12 for final review.Assessment
The students will be assessed through their weekly summary writings for their FlipBook project. The final assessment will be assessed through the final habitat project and the final FlipBook project.Grading
Grades will be provided upon request. With that being said, after completing the coursework each week, please submit them to me. In turn, I will post the answers in the classroom for the student to review and self-reflect.Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
Beginner - Advanced Level
This engaging, self-paced course will take you on an underwater adventure to explore 12 fascinating ocean creatures over the span of 12 weeks. Each week, you'll dive into a new marine species, learning about its unique physical characteristics, behaviors, ecosystems, and conservation status through lectures, quizzes, games, and hands-on activities. Key features of the course: * Weekly modules featuring a different ocean creature * Engaging video lessons with expert commentary * Fun facts, trivia, and information about each species * Quizzes to test your knowledge * Creative projects to apply what you've learned By the end of this course, you'll have a deeper appreciation for the incredible diversity of life found in our oceans. Enroll now and get ready to become an expert ocean creature identifier! The teacher is available to answer questions. The student is encouraged to ask questions, participate in the coursework, and have discussions with the teacher. Students will write a summary paragraph towards the end of class about what they learned in class. This course is designed to learn about ocean life. This will help the students to practice their summary writing. These summaries will be added into the FlipBook Final Project and serve as a study guide for the weekly quizzes. In addition, students carefully construct a model using appropriate materials like aquarium-safe rocks, sand, water, and artificial or live aquatic elements to accurately depict an ocean habitat. The students can get as complex or as simple as desired. The project is not designed to be costly. Students can draw/paint/build their habitat. Each week, based on the ocean creature we have learned, the student would then add that creature into their habitat. Students will present their final project during week 12 for final review. The presentations will be presented through Nearpod, Canva, PowerPoint, etc. Quizzes will be given through Blooket, Kahoot, or in paper format.
Learning Goals
* Identify and describe the key physical and behavioral characteristics of 12 different marine species, including their habitat, feeding habits, and adaptations.
* Explain the ecological roles and importance of the featured ocean creatures within their respective marine ecosystems, and how they contribute to the overall health and balance of these environments.
* Analyze the current conservation status of the highlighted species, the threats they face, and the efforts being made to protect and preserve these vulnerable and endangered marine organisms.
* Compare and contrast the unique adaptations and survival strategies employed by the diverse range of ocean creatures, from the massive blue whale to the camouflaged mimic octopus.
* Develop an appreciation for the incredible biodiversity and complexity of life found in the world's oceans, and recognize the importance of responsible stewardship and sustainable practices to ensure the long-term survival of these captivating marine species.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)12 Lessons
over 12 WeeksLesson 1:
Coral Polyps
Coral polyps are tiny marine invertebrates that live in colonies, forming the colorful and intricate structures of coral reefs. 5 assignments
Lesson 2:
Sea Turtles
Sea turtles are ancient reptiles that have roamed the oceans for millions of years. 5 assignments
Lesson 3:
The Giant Squid
The giant squid is a mysterious and elusive deep-sea creature, with enormous eyes and tentacles that can grow over 40 feet long. 5 assignments
Lesson 4:
Humpback Whales
Humpback whales are known for their spectacular breaching and acrobatic displays, as well as their haunting, complex songs. 5 assignments
Other Details
Supply List
Students will create their own version of an ocean habitat. One option is to create a 3D model of the ocean system. The students can use materials in the home. I do not want students to have to worry about costs of supplies. Some ideas to make ocean creatures include: paper, recycled materials, material, styrofoam, foil, etc. In addition, paint, crayons, or markers will be needed to decorate the ocean habitat. The students have as much or as little creativity they want to work with. The other option that does not involve a cost for an ocean habitat is to create an art notebook habitat and label key facts about each ocean creature. In addition, for the FlipBook Project, you will need a notebook or binder and paper, along with minimal art supplies.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined April, 2020
4.9
245reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree from Western Governor's University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Central Methodist university
Through a partnership and collaboration with the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education and as an administrative teacher of public educational programs for more than ten years, I have taught English and social studies classes, among other subjects, to middle and high school students. Our curriculum met the Missouri Learning Standards and prepared high school students for college.
In addition, I have received over:
* 75 hours of professional development, specifically in English language arts writing courses
* 50 hours of professional development, specifically in history
* 12 hours of professional development teaching facts about people without personal viewpoints
* 75 hours of professional development in diversity from all over the world and how to teach diversity
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Self-Paced Course
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Ages: 9-14
