8th Grade, Vocabulary: Understanding Words in Context
Marisa Hammond Olivares; (GT, ELA, ESL, ELL, SPED)
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SAT, PSAT Prep: A weekly SMALL GROUP vocabulary workshop targeted at mastering context clues, improving reading comprehension, and developing confidence; includes identifying synonyms, antonyms, and word parts. SMALL GROUP - 10 words per week. #academic
Class experience
US Grade 8
ANNOUNCEMENT: Effective June 1, 2024, this class will be changed to 45-minutes (formally 50-minutes) Spring into Summer 2024: ~ I will take a 2-week break between May 19th - June 1st. ~ My Summer classes will begin the week of June 2nd. ~ No class the week of June 30th. ~ Summer classes will end by Saturday, August 14th. ~ My Fall classes will begin the week of September 9th. ~ SMALL GROUP ~ I absolutely LOVE teaching context clues! Building vocabulary and word choice awareness can be fun;...
Students are expected to significantly improve vocabulary, context clue awareness and achieve growth in reading comprehension. These skills will greatly influence the performance on the vocabulary section of the PSAT, SAT, ACT, and state testing.
About me - ~ I have taught English Language Arts in middle school for 17 years. ~ I am ELA certified for grades 4th through 8th. ~ I am certified as a generalist in Early Childhood - 4th Grade. ~ I am certified in ESL for grades Early Childhood - 12th Grade. ~ I am certified in Special Education for grades Early Childhood - 12th Grade.
Homework Offered
On occasion, students will receive pdf files or Google Forms with vocabulary questions. These assignments are optional and are the responsibility of the student. Contact me if you need feedback on your results. Note, I highly recommend that the students complete these assignments. This will significantly improve their mastery of identifying context clues and will subsequently broaden their vocabulary.Assessments Offered
Mid-Fall Break No Classes for me during the Week of October 10th ******************************** INTERACTIVES & ASSESSMENTS - Students will be assessed in a variety of ways: ~ Through interactive in-class participation ~ Google Form ~ Quizlet ~ Kahoot! ~ PadletGrades Offered
None However, many students find that creating their own "dictionary" with each of their new words is a great study guide. A simple composition book from the dollar store is a great choice.
Students should have access to the following forms and sites: ~ Google Form ~ Google Docs ~ Quizlet ~ Kahoot! ~ Padlet Suggestion: A Gmail that is specifically designated for your learner makes this process easier.
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My English courses are centered around thought-provoking critical reading skills, effective writing, and verbalizing one's interpretation of a literary text. I believe in living, laughing, and learning. My learning goals are for my students to...
Group Class
$15
weekly1x per week
50 min
Completed by 170 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 12-15
2-6 learners per class
