Science Exploration: Human Biology!
In this class, we will learn about a different part of the human body each week!
Melissa Whitebourne, BA(Hons), PGCE, MA
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(218)
What's included
1 live meeting
45 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 5
This ongoing class consists of 11 lessons that rotate. You can join this class at anytime; the lessons do not go in any particular order. Usual class structure: -We start by saying hello to each other. -Then, we usually look at some key words that we will be using in that lesson. I read the words out and we discuss which words they know, which words they have heard, and which words are brand new to them (It will be different for each child and it's completely normal for there to be words they don't know! It means we can learn something in the class!) -Next, we start the main body of the lesson. We learn about the function of the part of the body through discussions, diagrams, videos, labelling activities, and asking and answering questions. -Then, we look at the key words again and see if there are any we are not sure of and need to go over again. -Next, we do a quiz. -Finally, if we have time, we do a word search on the screen together. A handout, optional homework, and the word search is sent out to you after each class! Week of 9th September: Integumentary system Week of 16th September: NO CLASS Week of 23rd September: NO CLASS Week of 30th September: Respiratory system Week of 7th October: Digestive system Week of 14th October: Urinary system Week of 21st October: Muscular system Week of 28th October: The Brain Week of 4th November: The eyes Week of 11th November: Skeletal System Week of : Nervous System Week of : Immune system Week of : Cardiovascular System
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined July, 2020
4.9
218reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello!
Experience:
I am a qualified primary school teacher from England, UK. I have experience of teaching Maths, English, Science, and foundation subjects to children aged 4-11 years old.
Qualifications:
MA Inclusive Education
PGCE Primary Education
BA (Hons) Education Studies
A-Level Maths, Chemistry, and Biology
ACE- I am an ACE Outschool educator. This means I have completed extra training regarding learner agency, creating a community, and facilitating learner expertise.
I am a lifelong learner and will always continue to learn.
Science Knowledge:
I also studied a Biology degree for two years. During my teacher training, I specialised in teaching science to children aged 4-11. I also have experience of tutoring older children in science.
Dyslexia Expertise:
During my Education degree, I studied specific learning difficulties and dyslexia in detail. I wrote my dissertation about the emotional consequences of dyslexia. Working with dyslexic children continues to be one of my passions alongside science teaching. I have an MA in Inclusive Education. The focus of my Masters dissertation was teacher knowledge of dyslexia and what teachers understand about how dyslexia may affect children outside of their literacy learning. I am also dyslexic myself.
Although I teach mainly science, all classes are literacy classes. I talk to children about the spelling, pronunciation, and etymology of new words. Most of my classes end with a word search of the key words from the class. I adapt to the level of the children in the class.
Interests:
My main interests are kickboxing, baking, reading, drawing, science, and animals. I teach kickboxing to children age 5-14 in person. I am currently a purple stripe belt in kickboxing!
Ethos:
Above all I love learning new things and I love to see children enjoying learning and finding a passion for something. I believe that teaching and learning should be fun. Learning is a collaborative process that includes the teacher and the learners. I have as much to learn from the children as they do from me. The children should be at the centre of their learning experience and be able to learn in their own way. I endeavour to meet each learner where they are and go at their own pace. I hope to see your children soon in Outschool so that we can learn together.
I can't wait to learn with you soon :)
Mrs Melissa Whitebourne (She/her)Reviews
Live Group Class
$16
weekly1x per week
45 min
Completed by 317 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-11
2-7 learners per class
