Life Sciences
Age: 12 – 14
Skill Level: Beginner – Advanced
Format: In Person Private Lessons | 1-on-1, On-campus
Duration: 4 lessons, 1 hour per lesson
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About This Course
In this course, students explore the wonders of cellular life. They learn that all living beings, whether tiny microbes or large mammals, are composed of cells—the essential building blocks of life. Through hands-on activities, they discover how cells function within tissues and organ systems to sustain life. The curriculum also delves into genetics, covering inheritance, genetic variations, and how natural selection shapes evolution. Students engage with cutting-edge topics like genetic research’s impact on human life, exploring both its benefits and ethical considerations. This engaging curriculum aims to spark curiosity and deepen students’ understanding of the natural world.
You'll learn to:
- Understand that all living organisms are composed of cells, which are the basic units of life responsible for essential processes.
- Explain how cells, tissues, and organ systems collaborate to maintain the functions necessary for life in multicellular organisms.
- Explore the principles of genetics, including inheritance patterns, genetic variations, and the role of natural selection in evolution.
- Evaluate the impacts of advancements in genetic research on human society, considering both benefits and ethical implications.