Classroom Science: Human Body
Explore how the study of the human body can be used to enrich your science programs with this Online course. Complete and evaluate a planned series of experiments dealing with the five senses, circulatory and respiratory systems, and related topics. This 'hands-on' activity-based curriculum aligns with the California State Science Framework for grades K-12.
This course is applicable towards the Life Science Teaching Certificate.
Sam Jessup
Instructor
Education is a crucial part of helping others develop lifelong, critical thinking and learning skills. Students, no matter their age, are best served by becoming self-directed learners with their natural curiosities engaged. In my roles as an instructor, I have placed myself in the role as an encouraging lynchpin for positive learning and exploration. I have found the most success using the simple method of engaging those I am teaching with material they are eager to learn, showing them how it can be directly applicable and useful. Following the philosophy of actively demonstrating, then having the student demonstrate understanding. It is deeply satisfying, and I have been applying these principles for the last 18 years.