Wild Cat Geography, Ecology and Conservation: Become a Feline Expert!
Each class we will study a lesser known wild cat. We'll learn all about and what makes them special. In the process, students will gain experience points and battle it out in a test of wits to become the ultimate Cat Expert!
Stephanie Ishler, M.A.
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(61)
What's included
15 live meetings
11 hrs 15 mins in-class hoursHomework
1 hour per week. A list of possible assignments will be given. Students will be given the option to pursue whichever assignments they like. Completing assignments will give them achievements and xp (experience points) that will help them to level up in their quest to be the Ultimate Cat Expert!Assessment
Students will be assessed using XP or experience points. As their XP grows, they will level up at the “safari”. Individual assignments will be corrected, but the emphasis will be placed on effort and information rather than perfection.Class Experience
Each class we will hear the call of the wild and travel to a new location to learn about a lesser known wild cat. Together we will study their habitat, diet and what makes them special. In the process, students will gain experience points and battle it out in a test of wits to become the ultimate Cat Expert! This class will be designed in a very interactive video game style. Students will be assessed on XP or experience points. As their XP grows, they will level up at the “safari”. Students will gain XP through class participation, assignments, answering questions, helping others and pop quiz style “battles” where they will go head to head to test their knowledge. Lesson 1: Introduction & Iberian Lynx (Spain & Portugal) Lesson 2: Fishing Cat (South & SE Asia) Lesson 3: Jungle Cat (Asia) Lesson 4: Ocelot (North and South America) Lesson 5: Canadian Lynx & Bobcat (North America) Lesson 6: Golden Cats (African & Asian Catopuma) Lesson 7: Andean Mountain Cat (South America) Lesson 8: Marbled Cat (Asia - South East Asia) Lesson 9: Geoffroy’s Cat (South America) Lesson 10: Jaguarundi (North & South America) Lesson 11: Chinese Desert Cat (Western China) Lesson 12: Wild Cat (African, European, Asiatic, & Scottish) Lesson 13: Iriomote Cat (Japan) Lesson 14: Pampas Cat (South America) Lesson 15: Wrap up & Bay Cat (Borneo) I think that excitement about learning is contagious, and that students can learn as much from each other as they can the teacher. Students will be given opportunities to form "adventure parties" to solve problems and gain achievements. What work they do individually outside of class will be also be shared and new information presented in the beginning of every class. With the gaming model, self-directed learning outside of class is optional, but fun. Moreover it taps into children's competitive nature which propels them to learn far beyond mandated tasks.
Learning Goals
By the end of this class, students will be able to:
- Identify 15 wild cats and where they are found on Earth
- Discuss the setting and diet found where these wild cats live.
- Evaluate the dangers that these wild cats face.
- Describe differences and similarities between various wild cats.
- Create better interactions with domestic household pet cats.
- and much more..
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Wild cats are natural predators. They hunt and eat meat. Additionally, we will be discussing the dangers to these Wild Cats. All videos that are recommended have been pre-screened and will come with a watch warning if there is sensitive material involved.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined April, 2020
4.9
61reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in English Language and Literature from Kyung Hee University
Bachelor's Degree from Geneva College
I have spent 6 years as a professional teacher and professor. I have an MA in Education. In childhood, I was obsessed with big cats and now have 2 Russian Blue house cats. I also teach the Big Cat Adventure Quest and Tiny Cat Adventure Quest which students seem to immensely enjoy!Reviews
Live Group Class
$249
for 15 classes3x per week, 5 weeks
45 min
Completed by 7 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-12
5-12 learners per class
