I. Introduction to Classification

A. Discussion about Taxonomy

II. Introduction to Aristotle

A. Problems with Aristotle's Classification System

III. Introduction to Linnaeus

A. Linnaeus' Hierarchical Classification System

B. Problems with Using Common Names

C. The Use of Binomial Nomenclature

D. Exploration: How to Use Binomial Nomenclature

IV. The Invention of the Microscope

A. Today's Hierarchical Classification System

B. Ways to Remember the Hierarchical Classification System

V. Introduction and Exploration of Branching Diagrams

VI. Introduction and Exploration of the 5 and 6 Classification Schemes

VII. Introduction to Dichotomous Keys

A. Explanation of Dichotomous Keys

B. Exploration: Using a Dichotomous Key

C. Results of the Dichotomous Key