An Introduction to Insects and Arachnids using Pokémon

🌱 An Introduction to Insects and Arachnids using Pokémon: Course Description

Embark on a fascinating journey through the world of Arthropods with our unique online course, where the enchanting universe of Pokémon serves as a springboard into the real-world wonders of bugs! 🐞✨

Course Headline: Unlock the secrets of Arthropods (the bug whisperer's guide to life!) by drawing parallels between these incredible creatures and their Pokémon doppelgängers!

Dive into the captivating realm of "bugs" with our expert instructor, Lauren Ardcourse, in this four-part series designed to tantalize your curiosity about the largest phylum on Earth - the Arthropoda. 🕷️🦗

What You'll Explore:

Recording 1: Taxonomy and Introduction to Insects

• The basics of how creatures are classified (🔍 Taxonomy 101)
• Characteristics that define the phylum Arthropoda 🧬
• An overview of the Class Insecta and its Pokémon parallels
• Explore the insect orders not featured as Pokémon
• Delve into the fascinating world of Order Lepidoptera (butterflies and moths)

Recording 2: Dragonflies, Net-winged Insects, Flies & Hymenopteras

• Discover the agile and majestic Order Odonata (dragonflies and damselflies)
• Learn about the intriguing Order Neuroptera (net-winged insects)
• Understand the crucial role of Order Diptera (flies and mosquitos) in ecosystems
• Unveil the complex social structures of Order Hymenoptera (ants, bees, and wasps)

Recording 3: True Bugs, Praying Mantises & More

• Investigate the order Hemiptera (true bugs) and their Pokémon counterparts
• Explore the acrobatic world of Order Orthoptera (crickets and grasshoppers)
• Examine the mysterious and majestic Order Mantodea (praying mantises)
• Discover the resilient Order Phasmatodea (stick insects) and Order Blattodea (cockroaches)
• Delve into the diverse and abundant Order Coleoptera (beetles)

Recording 4: Arachnids & Myriapods

• Uncover the defining characteristics of the Class Arachnida
• Get to know the different types of arachnids: ticks, scorpions, spiders, and harvestmen
• Learn about myriapods - the multi-legged wonders: millipedes and centipedes
• Understand the intricacies of a Three Circle Venn Diagram when comparing these creatures with their Pokémon likenesses

Course Highlights:

• Engaging Material: Each recording comes complete with descriptions, pictures, and video clips to provide an immersive learning experience.
• Hands-On Learning: Practice your comparison skills using Venn Diagrams and tailor your own insect-like Pokémon creation!
• Visual Aids: Side-by-side images and diagrams will help you understand the similarities and differences between arthropods and their Pokémon versions.
• Interactive Activities: Design your own Pokémon inspired by insects and arachnids, combining biology with imagination!

Join us on this enthralling educational adventure, where the joy of learning about the natural world meets the playful excitement of Pokémon. Enroll now and start your journey into the fascinating realm of Arthropods with a twist! 🎓🐿️✨