The Science of Botany: Explore Plant Parts, Growth, and Environmental Factors

Explore the science of plants. Learn how plants grow, adapt, and thrive by studying 𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐲, 𝐬𝐨𝐢𝐥, 𝐧𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬, and more. 

This class provides the foundation for a future in 𝐛𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞. Learners will explore key scientific concepts and build a solid understanding of 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐛𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲.

By studying these processes, learners will understand how plants are vital to our environment and their crucial role in sustaining life.

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Weekly Breakdown:

Week of January 6: Careers in the Plant Science Industry
Week of January 13: Plant Parts and Their Functions
Week of January 20: Factors Influencing Plant Growth and Development
Week of January 27: Environmental Conditions for Plant Growth

Week of February 3: Optimum Soil and Media for Plant Growth
Week of February 10: Essential Nutrients for Plant Growth
Week of February 17: Integrated Pest Management Practices
Week of February 24: Plant Taxonomy Basics

Week of March 3: Plant Identification Practices in the U.S.
Week of March 10: Sexual Plant Propagation
Week of March 24: Asexual Plant Propagation

Week of April 7: Comparing Production Practices
Week of April 14: Plant Installation and Maintenance
Week of April 21: Careers in the Plant Science Industry
Week of April 28: Plant Parts and Their Functions

Week of May 5: Factors Influencing Plant Growth and Development
Week of May 12: Environmental Conditions for Plant Growth
Week of May 19: Optimum Soil and Media for Plant Growth
Week of May 26: Essential Nutrients for Plant Growth

Week of June 2: Integrated Pest Management Practices
Week of June 9: Plant Taxonomy Basics
Week of June 16: Plant Identification Practices in the U.S.

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This class follows a loop schedule, allowing learners to join at any point and seamlessly continue through the 13-week cycle. Each lesson stands alone, so learners will never feel behind or miss critical content. It is the parent/learner's responsibility to track lessons completed. Refunds will not be provided if a lesson is repeated, but many learners enjoy revisiting topics for review and reinforcement!

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CLASS ENVIRONMENT

Our classrooms are guided by a Socratic teaching approach, fostering critical thinking and encouraging open dialogue among learners. By facilitating engaging discussions and posing thought-provoking questions, students are able to explore topics more deeply and gain a comprehensive understanding of the material. 

Our class size does not exceed 5 learners. This allows for more personalized attention from the educator, ensuring that each learner's individual needs and learning styles are met. With a smaller group size, there is also more opportunity for discussion and collaboration among classmates, creating a supportive and engaging learning environment. Additionally, students may feel more comfortable and confident participating in discussions and activities in a smaller group setting.

We incorporate a mix of traditional methods such as videos and limited PowerPoint presentations to accommodate various learning styles as well. 

In addition, we gamify our lessons, as much as possible, to make learning fun and interactive for students. By adding elements of games and competition, we are able to keep learners engaged and motivated to participate in their education.

We also incorporate hands-on projects, wherever possible, to provide students with real-world application of their learning. Through these projects, students are able to apply their knowledge in practical ways and further enhance their understanding of the subject matter.

By designing this type of diverse classroom environment, utilizing multiple teaching methods, we effectively address the diverse learning styles of our learners.

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IMPORTANT DATES

Please note we value mental health and want to prevent teacher burnout. With that said, we do take company wide breaks where there will not be any classes taught nor will we be answering emails. 

Please expect a delay in responses the following dates: 

2024:

August 19-August 25 (Summer Break)
November 27-29 (Thanksgiving Break)
December 23 - December 31 (Winter Break)

2025

January 1 - Jan 5 (Winter Break)
March 17 - March 23 (Spring Break)
April 19 - April 20 (Easter Break)
August 25-31st (Summer Break)

If you are enrolled, you will not be charged!

We will be returning all emails the day or two after we return. 

In addition, teachers may need time off outside of these breaks as emergencies do happen. We always try our best to give ample notice when we can. You will never be charged for a day that we cancel classes.

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CLASS POLICIES

Refund Policy:

We strictly adhere to Outschool's refund/reschedule policy for all of our classes. This means that once a class has been paid for, there will be no deviation from Outschool's guidelines. We do not offer refunds or rescheduling outside of what Outschool allows. 

Camera Policy:

All students are required to keep their camera turned on during the entire class. The only exception is those that have been verified by Outschool and have the verification badge.  

Contact info:

In compliance with Outschool's policies, we do not accept friend or contact requests from current or former families on any social networking site (Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.). We also do not provide or ask for any personal information such as email address or phone numbers.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation with these policies.