9th - 10th Grade Vocabulary: Understanding Words in Context

Marisa Hammond Olivares; (GT, ELA, ESL, ELL, SPED)

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High School Edition: A weekly 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. Prepare for the vocabulary section of the PSAT & SAT #academic

Class Experience

US Grade 9 - 10

~ SMALL GROUP ~
I absolutely LOVE teaching context clues! Building vocabulary and word choice awareness can be fun; it is almost like detective work. Learning to master context clues is a sure way to help build vocabulary, identify connotations, and improve reading comprehension. More importantly, these skills will get you ready for the PSAT, SAT, and ACT. 

WHAT ARE CONTEXT CLUES?
The words, phrases, or sentences around an unfamiliar word can provide clues about the meaning of a word....

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.

Homework Offered
At the end of class, students will receive a pdf of the words and slides that were shared during the lesson. The last two slides contain the optional challenge assignments. Students may send me their responses for feedback.

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
*** Informal & Formative assessments are a natural part of my interactive teaching style.

INTERACTIVES & ASSESSMENTS -
Students will be assessed in a variety of ways:
~ Through interactive in-class participation
~ Kahoot!
Grades Offered

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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.

In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:Kahoot

Students should have access to Kahoot!
~ Per Children Privacy Policy, U.S. students under 13 and non-U.S. students under 16 have the following limits:
They cannot sign in with email (must use username or Apple, Google, or Microsoft)

Suggestion: A Gmail designated explicitly for your learner makes this process easier.

Students should have access to Kahoot!

Available times

Pacific

This class is in high demand! 1 time has sold out.

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Meet the teacher

Marisa Hammond Olivares; (GT, ELA, ESL, ELL, SPED)

Average rating:4.9Number of reviews:(240)

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. With this said, my learning goals are for my...