What's included
16 live meetings
12 in-class hoursAssignments
1 hour per week. Students may be required to complete 30-60 minutes of assignments, reading, activities, etc. per week depending on the flow of the class.Grading
Assessments will be given as an indication of how well a student is learning the content and skills for the class and to help me continuously develop a better curriculum. Students will be assigned a number on a proficiency scale* that lets the student, parent, and teacher know how the student is doing. Each assignment will have a rubric attached to it letting the student, parent, and teacher know the expectations for the assessment. Assessments may be multiple choice, free response, modeling, or many other types. Most assessments will be taken in class, but some may be at-home projects. Assessment retakes and/or revisions will be provided and encouraged. *See Grading Policy for our Proficiency ScaleClass Experience
US Grade 9 - 12
Structure of the Class: In my dynamic classroom, students dive into a myriad of learning experiences, from live debates and hands-on projects to intriguing educational escape rooms and enlightening lab sessions. But it doesn't stop there - we also incorporate games and direct instruction to ensure a well-rounded education. Each live session comes equipped with a set of slides and activity guidelines, readily accessible for students during and post-class. Plus, I've got a slew of videos and resources at the ready to shed light on those trickier concepts and deepen your background knowledge. Student Requirements: Students will be required to keep their cameras turned on during class. This allows me to better interact with students and helps them to interact with their peers. My Teaching Style: My mission is to ignite a spark of scientific curiosity in my students, fostering lifelong learners who are scientifically savvy. I pour my energy into crafting lessons that aren't just informative, but also a whole lot of fun, ensuring students genuinely relish the learning journey. I'm a firm believer in connecting classroom knowledge to real-world experiences, encouraging students to view their surroundings through an exploratory lens. Prior Knowledge: Students will not be required to have any prior knowledge of life science to participate in this course.
Learning Goals
Use a model to illustrate how photosynthesis transforms light energy into stored chemical energy.
Construct and revise an explanation based on evidence for how carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen from sugar molecules may combine with other elements to form amino acids and/or other large carbon-based molecules.
Syllabus
Standards
Aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)3 Units
16 Lessons
over 16 WeeksUnit 1: Introduction to Wildlife Biology
Lesson 1:
History of North American Wildlife Biology (Part 1)
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
History of North American Wildlife Biology (Part 2) & Assessment
45 mins online live lesson
Unit 2: Wildlife Ecosystems
Lesson 3:
Eastern Temperate Forest Ecosystem
45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Great Plains Ecosystem
45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Parental Guidance
We will cover evolutionary changes over time and climate change. If you are concerned with any of these topics, please reach out! I am happy to help.
Supply List
1 pencil with an eraser 1 notebook, lined 1 pack of colored pencils, colored pens, markers, or crayons
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Teacher expertise and credentials
Utah Teaching Certificate in Science
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Science from University of Utah
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Brigham Young University
I have taught middle and high school science for the last 7 years in addition to 5 years of tutoring middle and high school students in several different courses. I have taught this content in particular for over three years and it is one of my favorites!
Reviews
Live Group Course
$17
weekly or $264 for 16 classes1x per week, 16 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 14-18
2-6 learners per class