Superhero Science: Amazing Spider Man - Genetics, Radiation and Bioartistry!
A discussion of the powers and abilities of Spider Man and how they might be explained through science. We will explore the mysteries of anatomy, physiology, and genetic mutation to uncover the possibilities of human potential!
Dr. Chris Bolduc Rowan
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4.8
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What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
This class will focus on one superhero, the Amazing Spider Man! We will discuss the history and origin of how Spider Man got his powers, how they would apply to our world and some of the biology and physiology involved. We will discuss some differences from the comic book version of Spider Man to the Marvel Cinematic Universe Spider Man. We will talk a lot about the science of anatomy, physiology, physics (lightly) and genetics as it relates to Spider Man and his abilities. We will discuss some fascinating possibilities as to how his spider sense relates to actual spiders and their extraordinary senses! The format will be mostly discussion with open question and answer. There will be no homework assigned, no prior knowledge or experience is necessary. It would be helpful to know who Spider Man is and what powers he possesses as well as general knowledge of the terms I have on the worksheet I attached. Those terms will help the learner better understand some of the science involved in the class.
Learning Goals
Students will learn some of the basic ideas around genetics, anatomy, and DNA, radiation and physiology and how some of the attributes of animals and other creatures could possibly be manifested in humans.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Short clips from YouTube will be used with a G Rating. No accounts will be required.
Pre-Requisites
Some general understanding of basic science is preferred, but not necessary.
Supply List
A one page handout of general terms will be provided. These terms are good to understand as they will help the learner understand the content of the class. We will not necessarily cover these terms and their definitions in the class.
1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
The teacher will showcase a few short clips from YouTube with a G rating.
Joined April, 2018
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Doctoral Degree from Southern California University of Health Sciences
Having a Doctor of Chiropractic and a solid foundation of the sciences. I also have a love of comic books and superheroes. I think I offer a fresh and creative method of engaging kids with science and the amazing abilities that humans already have and might be capable of in the future.Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$18
per classMeets once
55 min
Completed by 296 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
4-8 learners per class
