Paleontology in a Nutshell
A quick guide to paleontology, what it is, what they do, and what a fossil is.
Chidumebi Ikechi Njoku-Browne
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(853)
What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
This will be a zoom session with students. I will have models and slides on display of fossils. Students can ask me questions. 1st 5 minutes will explain what a Paleontologist is 15 minutes will focus on what a fossil is and how a fossil is made and plate tectonics and what type of rocks to search for fossils in. 10 minutes will be a quick look at the history of Paleontology, including famous Paleontologists like Mary Anning. 10 minutes will focus on modern paleontology The remaining minutes will focus on how kids can actually get into paleontology early, how to join fossil digs and learn.
Learning Goals
What paleontology is, its history, how to recognize a fossil. Geology and how to become a paleontologist for those who aspire.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
None needed.
Supply List
Students will not need to purchase materials. I will be providing links on how to join digs for those parents and children interested. https://www.myfossil.org/resources/field-opportunities/ https://lifehacker.com/dig-up-dinosaurs-at-these-family-friendly-paleontology-1826011403
1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined June, 2019
4.9
853reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
I learned Paleontology at the University of Alberta and teach Paleontology at the Smithsonian. I have also been on several fossil digs. Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$12
per classMeets once
55 min
Completed by 132 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
1-10 learners per class
