"What's so Great About a Great White Shark ?"
This class will explore the Great White Shark from multiple angles including Biology, Distribution, Impact on Society, Attack Profile, Current Research, and Protection Efforts.
Christopher Hoppner MAT
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(93)
What's included
1 live meeting
55 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 5 - 8
This class will take an in-depth look at the Great White Shark. Specifics of biology such as Ampullae of Lorenzini, Jaw and Teeth details, Warm-Blooded aspects, and fin and denticle structure. Myths and reality of attacks will be discussed, as well as current research, tagging and tracking efforts. The class will combine PowerPoint, physical examples, and student interaction/discussion. I will also give a personal insight into the sightings and interactions that I have had with Great White Sharks.
Learning Goals
By the end of this class, students will be able to share distinguishing characteristics and behavioral traits of the Great White Shark and how it differs from other species of sharks.
Other Details
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2020
4.9
93reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
3 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from Stony Brook University
Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science from Dowling College
Associate's Degree in Marine Biology from Suffolk County Community College
I am a Science Teacher with 24 years of experience in public schools. I have degrees in Marine Science, Natural Science, and Earth Science Education. Science is a passion that I have had since I was a boy. Learning Science should be fun,.... because SCIENCE is FUN ! I teach anything related to my degrees, such as Astronomy, Space Science, Marine Biology, Environmental Science, Rocks and Minerals, Weather, Plate Tectonics, etc. with added courses on methods of data presentation such as Excel and PowerPoint. I have also taught Advanced Research Methods such as DNA Extraction, PCR, and Gel Electrophoresis. I am a huge nerd with Lord of the Rings, Marvel, Image, and D.C. Comics, and Science Fiction being my hobbies, along with reading, hiking, fishing, drawing, and model building. Having tagged sharks for 33 years, I am something of a "Shark Nerd" as well. I have taught science to students in grades 5 - 12, ran science fairs for elementary, middle, and high school students, and taught them presentation skills. I am very happy to be joining Outschool and look forward to working with students sharing the wonders of science !!!
Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$20
per classMeets once
55 min
Completed by 59 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
3-8 learners per class
