Zoology Full Curriculum Semester of Animal Science
Mrs. Scott Licensed Teacher Bachelor's of Science
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Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(21)
Is your child a future vet or zoologist? Join me for twelve weeks of fascinating science for animal lovers, full semester zoology with hands-on learning labs including population survey lab, and more!
Class experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Students will learn a comprehensive zoology curriculum in this twelve week, full semester course. My lessons are full of discussion, visual examples, and include short games and challenges. This class is far more than just a lecture. Students receive hands-on learning opportunities including learning how to monitor animal populations and model structural adaptations. Supplemental activities and information may be posted to the class page following the lesson to help students further...
12 lessons//12 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1biotic vs. abiotic and characteristics of lifeBiotic Abiotic Cells Responsiveness Metabolism Respiration HomeostasisWeek 2Lesson 2organization of living thingsorganism population community ecosystem biome mark & recapture population counting distribution patternsWeek 3Lesson 3food chains and food webskeystone species energy flow producers primary, secondary, & tertiary consumersWeek 4Lesson 4symbiotic relationshipsmutualism commensalism parasitismWeek 5Lesson 5adaptations and colorationcryptic coloring/camouflage mimicry batesian mimicry aposematic coloring countershadingWeek 6Lesson 6physiological adaptationstorpor vs hibernation venom vs poison defensive and offensive mechanismsWeek 7Lesson 7structural adaptationsmodeling visible structural adaptations structural adaptations we can’t seeWeek 8Lesson 8behavioral adaptationsinnate behaviors learned behaviors crepuscular advantagesWeek 9Lesson 9animal intelligencemeasures of intelligence experiment parts social intelligence hypothesis ecological intelligence hypothesisWeek 10Lesson 10speciationsympatric speciation disruptive selection geographic isolation temporal isolation behavioral isolationWeek 11Lesson 11life history strategiesr-selected k-selected carrying capacity survivorship curvesWeek 12Lesson 12recently extinct speciesCA grizzly bear thylacine passenger pigeon human impact
Students will gain an understanding of fundamental zoology concepts and learn to apply knowledge to count populations, compare and contrast concepts, graph life history strategies, and more.
Before I became a teacher I worked with wildlife, in a microbiology lab, and also in animal welfare. I have always been called to work with children and have volunteered at girl scout camps, zoo camps, and children's hospitals. As a teacher on Outschool, I am committed to bringing visual and tangible content to the classroom. I believe teaching is more than just a lecture. My students learn best by seeing examples of concepts, and by breaking new content down into manageable pieces. I am always available for questions and support!
Homework Offered
Optional activities and information are posted in the classroom to supplement the lesson0 - 1 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
A opportunity for project-based demonstrated understanding of concepts is provided to all students during the 11th week of class.Grades Offered
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Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(21)
I am a licensed science teacher with bachelor's degree and an endorsement in health & physical education. Before I became a teacher I worked with wildlife, in a microbiology lab, and also in animal welfare. I have always been called to work with...
Group Class
$12
weekly or $144 for 12 classes1x per week, 12 weeks
25 min
Completed by 20 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-12
3-8 learners per class
