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Nature's Wonders: Ultraviolet Vision
Class Experience
Colors are all around us; we can see them from red to violet. They are part of what is called the electromagnetic spectrum, but people are only able to see a small portion of this spectrum. There are creatures though, like birds and mammals that can see beyond what we can- they can see into the ultraviolet range. In our one-time class together, we will explore the ultraviolet range of the electromagnetic spectrum. Did you know that there are different types of ultraviolet light? We’ll...
- After completing the class each learners will be able to: ❈ Describe what ultraviolet light is and its types ❈ Explain how some animals use their ultraviolet vision ❈ Summarize how scientists can use ultraviolet light
I hold a BS degree which gives me a solid foundation in the sciences. I also have homeschooled my three children, and during their high school years we focused on the subjects of earth and physical sciences.
Assessment
Frequency: includedDetails: Verbal informal assessment
No supplies needed
Sources: science.nasa.gov nwf.org britannica.com wikipedia.com solarcenter.stanford.edu skincancer.org pbs.org
Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Science from California State University, Dominguez Hills
Welcome! It continues to be a privilege to teach on Outschool, and a joy to be able to reach learners around the world. I’m Shelmika or Mrs. Seashell, and I am just as excited to be teaching today on Outschool as I was a year ago. I was a...
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Group Class
$16
per classMeets once
45 min
Completed by 78 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-13
1-5 learners per class