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1 reunión en vivo
45 minutos horas de clase por semanaExperiencia de clase
Nivel de inglés: desconocido
Grado de EE. UU. 2 - 4
This weekly, on-going class will allow learners to engage in Science and STEM activities related to nature. Learners are encouraged to participate in classes outside in their own backyards. A backyard could be a small or large grassy space, porch, deck, sunroom, Florida Room, portico, patio or even indoors. All activities and lessons can be completed inside for learners who cannot work outside. The teacher will lead classes outside as often as the weather permits. Classes will be lead inside by the teacher when the weather is not agreeable. Next Generation Science Standards along with the Engineering and Design Process will be the foundation for teaching. Cross-curricular concepts such as reading, writing and math will be incorporated into lessons. For example, when learners are planting seeds they will draw and write about seed growth and include measurements of the seed growth. STEM challenges will allow learners to think creatively and solve problems in a fun and interactive manner. The Engineering and Design Process will be utilized in all STEM challenges. Summer 2024 Dates: Week of July 8 Learning Targets: I can use a science tool (hand lens/magnifying glass) to explore the soil in my backyard. I can draw and write about my observations. Week of July 15 Learning Target: I can apply the Engineering and Design Process as I construct a building with natural items from my backyard. Week of July 22 Learning Targets: I can plant a seed. I can identify what plants need to grow. I can prepare a journal to track growth of my seed, Week of July 29 Learning Targets: I can use a small garden shovel or trowel to turn soil. I can draw and write about my soil sample. Week of August 5 Learning Targets: I can collect rocks from my backyard. I can sort rocks based on their characteristics. I can draw and write about my rocks. Week of August 12 Learning Targets: I can make observations about the weather in my backyard. I can draw and write about my observations. Week of August 19 Learning Targets: I can apply the Engineering and Design Process to create a piece of art with natural items from my backyard. Additional Learning Targets will be added as the class continues. Learners may attend classes weekly or only the classes they are interested. This is an on-going subscription based class which allows flexibility for learners. Safety considerations are listed in the Parental Guidance section of this course description. My teaching style is inclusive, hands-on and engaging. I encourage learners to participate in ways which work for them and I strive to individualize for learners and their needs. I am the class facilitator and value input from learners as I want the time to be 'our' time and not 'my' time. Learners will be encouraged to interact with me and their classmates frequently throughout each class. Discoveries and observations from each class will be shared by each learner as he/she is comfortable. This class will allow for natural learning coupled with structured time and fun will occur.
Metas de aprendizaje
Learning Targets for each class are listed in the class description.
Otros detalles
Orientación para padres
It is recommended that learners wear tennis shoes (sneakers) or other closed toe shoes while attending this class. Sunscreen should be applied prior to class. Learners should have access to drinking water throughout class. Hats and sunglasses can be worn as needed. Safety/science goggles should be available and worn during classes where turning soil or other soil/sand work is completed. One week notice will be provided prior to classes where goggles are needed. Adult supervision should occur when small shovels or garden trowels are used. One week notice will be provided prior to classes where small shovels or garden trowels are used. Adult supervision is suggested for all classes when learners are able to attend class in an outside environment.
Lista de útiles escolares
Weekly updates will be provided one week in advance of each on-going class. Suggested materials will be listed in each update. Alternative ideas and material suggestions will be offered as needed. Consider the following materials to have on hand as standards for this class:
-Access to an outside space (yard, patio, garden, deck, sunroom, porch, etc.). If outside space is not possible due to location or weather I will provide suggestions as to how activities can be completed inside.
-Magnifying glasses/hand lenses
-Small containers with lids.
-Hand shovel or trowel.
-Soil/sand
-Seeds and beans
-Binoculars
-Tennis shoes or other closed toe shoes (for safety).
-Science/safety goggles
-Notebook/writing tools.
-White board/white board markers.
Recursos externos
Los estudiantes no necesitarán utilizar ninguna aplicación o sitio web más allá de las herramientas estándar de Outschool.
Experiencia y certificaciones del docente
Georgia Certificado de Docencia en Educación elemental
I hold a Bachelor and Master's Degree and am certified to teach by the state of Georgia. I have a science endorsement on my current and valid teaching certificate. I am STEM certified by the state of Georgia and hold certification from the Buck Institute in PBL/STEM. I developed the STEM program at my local elementary school where I was the STEM Specials teacher for grades K-5. I lead Summer STEM camps at Georgia Tech University for students in grades 3-8. I have completed the Project Learning Tree certification. I incorporate outside learning and gardening lessons in my classes on a regular basis.
Reseñas
Clase grupal
15 US$
semanalmente1x por semana
45 min
Completado por 3 alumnos
Videoconferencias en vivo
Edades: 7-10
4-9 alumnos por clase