What are Tardigrades? Using Water Bears to Learn the 6 Kingdoms of Life!
What's included
2 live meetings
1 hrs 50 mins in-class hoursMastery Evaluation
1 hour per week. The instructor gives feedback to students in class.Progress Report
After the last class, the instructor sends parents a message with how the learner did.Class Experience
US Grade 6 - 9
Beginner Level
๐ฌIn one session, we will dive into the microscopic world of tardigrades, also known as water bears or moss piglets! As we learn about these tiny, seemingly indestructible creatures, we will master the 6 kingdoms of life! Students will transform into budding biologists and experts in tardigradology! ๐ปThis course was created because Iโve always been fascinated by the incredible world of tardigrades. These tiny, sturdy creatures offer a unique perspective on biodiversity. By using tardigrades as the focus, students will learn about the 6 kingdoms of life in an engaging and memorable way. This class was designed to spark curiosity and guide learners through a journey of discovery, using one of natureโs most extraordinary organisms as a pathway to understanding nature's vast classification system. Student Outcomes: โ Develop a passion for biology and tardigrades! โ Gain confidence in identifying and categorizing organisms. โ Increase critical thinking skills through interactive learning. โ Encourage curiosity and a desire to learn about the natural world
Learning Goals
Students will learn about tardigrades while learning about the six kingdoms of life.
Syllabus
Curriculum
Follows Teacher-Created CurriculumStandards
Aligned with State-Specific Standards2 Lessons
over 1 WeekLesson 1:
Introduction to Tardigrades
Learn about the unique characteristics of these seemingly indestructible creatures
55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
The 6 Kingdoms of Life
Overview of the 6 kingdoms of life: Archaea, Bacteria, Protista, Fungi, Plantae, and Animalia. Determine what kingdom Tardigrades belong to
55 mins online live lesson
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
6 teachers have teaching certificates
New York Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Washington Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Washington Teaching Certificate in Foreign Language
Washington Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
North Carolina Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Missouri Teaching Certificate
Tennessee Teaching Certificate in Science
2 teachers have a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Education from Liberty University
Master's Degree in Education from Western Governors University
11 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree from Purdue University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Philadelphia College of Bible
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Millersville University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Liberty University
Bachelor's Degree in English from Florida State University
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Catawba College
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education from Missouri State University
Bachelor's Degree in Music from Western Connecticut State University
Bachelor's Degree in Political Science and Government from Patrick Henry College
Bachelor's Degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from Middle Tennessee State University
Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics from University of Northwestern - St. Paul
Danielle Mortimore has a biology degree, a master's degree in curriculum and instruction, a teaching certificate, and taught middle school life science and high school biology for 7 years.
Reviews
Live Group Class
$39
for 2 classes2x per week, 1 week
55 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-14
2-12 learners per class