Greek and Latin Roots for Science
Master the key Latin and Greek roots that open up access to scientific vocabulary. With a spotlight on Chemistry, Paleontology, Anatomy and Astronomy we will boost comprehension skills for success in STEM. Great for GCSE preparation.
Ana Martin
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(145)
What's included
4 live meetings
3 in-class hoursClass Experience
Mastering the language of Science is essential to understanding and describing the world that surrounds us. In this four-week class, we will look at the key Latin and Greek roots used in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math through a linguistic look at the nomenclature used in Paleontology, Chemistry, Anatomy and Astronomy. No previous knowledge of Latin or Greek is required, and students will receive help creating a glossary and transliterations of all words for future reference. Lesson will involve linguistic problems to solve, reading scientific texts, a look at the history of words and an opportunity to create new words based on classical roots. Students will receive a glossary for each of the sessions, and they will be asked to revise in between sessions. Below is the distribution of material by topic: Week 1. Latin and Greek for Paleontology with a special focus on the nomenclature of Dinosaurs Week 2. Latin and Greek for Chemistry and the elements of the periodic table Week 3. Latin and Greek for Anatomy with a focus on bones Week 4. Latin and Greek for Astronomy with a bonus section on words of Arabic origin
Learning Goals
Students will learn how to decode and manipulate scientific vocabulary. Students will also learn about the history of key root words used in science.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
There will be reference to Greek and Roman myths, as well as vocabulary and drawings that may show graphic descriptions of parts of the body or acts of violence (e.gr. cannibalism).
Supply List
Learners will need to print out a copy of the glossaries and classroom worksheets. They will need different coloured pens and paper.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
4.9
145reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Secondary Education
Bachelor's Degree in Foreign Language from Universitat de Barcelona
I have a degree in Classical Philology, qualified teaching status and over 15 years' experience teaching students from all across the globe. Reviews
Live Group Class
$90
for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
45 min
Completed by 20 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-13
2-6 learners per class
