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Evolution through Pokemon (On-Demand)
In this course, students will learn about evolution and related concepts in biology. They’ll reflect on the evolution of life on Earth, learn about the mechanisms of evolution for species and how they’ve adapted to their environments, and consider evolutionary relationships between different species through the lens of Pokemon!
- On-Demand
- Self Guided Learning
- Age 9-13
- Learners
- ~10 hours
- of Material
- Unlimited Access
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About this Course
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$29 / month
Learning Targets
Introduction to Evolution
I can define the words “species” and “genus.”
I understand the importance of diversity in species and populations.
I have a basic understanding of evolutionary theory.
I can explain how the concept of evolution in Pokemon compares to evolution in real life.
I know about important examples of evidence for evolution.
Natural Selection & Other Mechanisms of Evolution
I understand the concepts of adaptation and “survival of the fittest.”
I understand Darwin’s theory of natural selection and how it can drive evolution.
I can explain how the process of speciation occurs.
I can give examples of other factors or mechanisms that can drive evolution.
I understand that evolution is a process that happens over time and across populations.
Phylogeny & Evolutionary Relationships
I understand the “Tree of Life” as the evolutionary history of life as we know it.
I can define the word “phylogeny.”
I can read a phylogenetic tree.
I know how to discuss the evolutionary history of a species.
I understand how different species can be descended from a last universal common ancestor.
I can explain the difference between “divergent evolution” and “convergent evolution” and give examples of each.
I can create a phylogenetic tree.
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