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Bird Nerds: Learn, Discover & Become a Birdwatcher!

Completed by 91 learners
Ages 9-14
Live Group Class
Join us on an adventure to discover birds from around the world. Learn fun bird facts, explore unique habitats, and develop birdwatching skills. A great class for young nature lovers!
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:
(142 reviews)
Rising Star

Live video meetings
1x per week
2-10 learners per class
30 min

What's included

1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hours per week

Class Experience

US Grade 4 - 7
Beginner - Intermediate Level
Join us on a global birding adventure! Every week, we'll take a deep dive into a new bird family, exploring their unique traits, habitats, amazing adaptations, and fun facts from all around the world.

Perfect for bird watchers and curious learners eager to explore the world of ornithology and discover the diversity of bird families. This class is open to all students, regardless of previous experience or knowledge of birds. 

Students will learn what makes different families of birds unique, identification tips, and stay up-to-date with the latest research and news about special species. 

Each class stands alone, so students can join at any time to explore their favorite bird groups or attend every session for a full global experience!

Whether your learner is a budding birdwatcher or a seasoned nature enthusiast, this class offers engaging lectures and multimedia presentations to spark your learner's curiosity and deepen their love for birds! 

Schedule for Classes:
Jan 12 - Jan 18	Cardinals & Relatives
Jan 19 - Jan 25	Cardinals II
Jan 26 - Feb 1	Cardinals III
Feb 2 - Feb 8 	Tanagers & Relatives
Feb 9 - Feb 15	Mitrospingid Tanagers
Feb 16 - Feb 22	Ostriches
Feb 23 - Mar 1	Rheas
Mar 2 - Mar 8	Kiwis
Mar 9 - Mar 15	Cassowaries & Emu
Mar 16 - Mar 22	Tinamous
Mar 23 - Mar 29	Screamers
Mar 30 - Apr 5	Magpie Goose

More classes will be added as we go.

Learning Goals

Students will gain an appreciation for the diversity and beauty of birds, while learning how to contribute to real-world bird research.
Students will learn how habitats influence bird behavior, diet, and migration patterns.

Other Details

Parental Guidance
This class uses YouTube videos to see behaviors and listen to calls. Learners will view the videos in class within the presentation or embedded into the classroom page before class.
Supply List
Field guides are recommended, but not required for this class. 
Online field guides can be found at https://ebird.org/home and https://www.allaboutbirds.org/
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Sources
We will refer to several websites during the course including https://ebird.org/home https://www.allaboutbirds.org/ https://birdcast.info/

Meet the teacher

Joined June, 2020
4.9
142reviews
Rising Star
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in Science from West Texas A&M University
I have taught Ornithology for 10 years and have been an active bird watcher for most of my life. 

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