Would you like to be a zoologist out in the field studying animal behavior? Does Bigfoot really exist? Should we bring back the Woolly Mammoth? Are birds really dinosaurs? How do Monarch Butterflies know where to migrate each year? What do whales talk about? Why are dogs “man’s best friend”? What careers can I work in if I love animals? Explore the answers to these questions and much more in this fascinating course that delves into the world of zoology and the science of animal behavior. Discover the relationships animals have with other animals, their environment, and humans. Learn about the diversity of animal life and how it has flourished. Explore why animals behave the way they do (even humans). Investigate innate (genetic) behaviors and learned behaviors, including how animals learn and communicate, find food, avoid predators, choose mates, and raise their offspring. This course incorporates a variety of multimedia learning tools which include virtual field trips, podcasts, discussion blogs, current events, and many more activities that keep students engaged. A thorough understanding of zoology and animal behavior is achieved using varied assignments and assessments, designed to ensure student success.