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Let's Research: Reference Materials Part 1

In this first part of a 3-part series of Let's Research, the students will learn about the dictionary, glossary, pronunciation key, and thesaurus.
Vickie Witt, M.Ed., certified TESOL
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Class

What's included

1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hours
Assignments
An assignment option will be available upon request. It will consist of practicing the skills discussed and learned. The practice may consist of a worksheet, a slideshow, an EdPuzzle, or a combination.
Certificate of Completion
included

Class Experience

US Grade 3 - 6
Beginner - Intermediate Level
In this first class of my 3-part series of Let's Research, students will learn the different types of reference materials.  

In the first part, we will focus on the keywords, dictionary, glossary, (and what the difference is) and a thesaurus.  We will also discuss the pronunciation guide and analyze the parts of a dictionary entry and what they mean.  

KEYWORDS:
DICTIONARY, GLOSSARY, THESAURUS, PRONUNCIATION GUIDE, GUIDE WORDS, SYNONYMS

As a librarian and reading teacher, I know the importance of these tools and using them daily.  I make reference to print as well as digital sources for all lessons. 

We will see a short video to help more visual learners.
We will use the vocabulary and practice for the learners that need the support auditorially.

I will challenge them and adapt as well, if needed; to make sure they are having fun and learning at the same time!

I am a teacher of over 25 years and I love to see students learn and 'get it'!  I tend to be very excited while connecting with students, so energy will be present but I can reighn it in if I get to be a bit too excited.

I hope to see you in the classroom!
Learning Goals
The student will learn about reference books.
The student will learn how to recognize and use the following reference materials: dictionary and thesaurus.
learning goal

Other Details

Parental Guidance
An approved third-party tool might be utilized if the parent seeks additional assistance or homework after the lesson. The site does not require an account but provides additional learning from me in video format with questions to help understanding.
Supply List
Dictionary, any kind and edition is fine. Thesaurus, any kind and edition is fine.
 2 files available upon enrollment
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
  • Edpuzzle
Joined June, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello!  Teacher Vickie here!  Whether I have taught you or not, I desire to help in any way!  First, a little about me!

I have been teaching since 1999 - yes.  I have over 24 years of experience.  I have taught the following:  elementary education- reading, math, science, social studies, library:  middle school- math, science, library.  Basic computer skills to children and adults.  ESL Reading with a variety of age groups. Technology Integration Specialist for several years for several schools.

I have taught ESL students online for over 4 years.

I believe all of us are lifetime learners and I want to encourage everyone to be!  There is always something for us to learn!

Education: Master's degree in administration and curriculum, a reading specialist.  Undergraduate degree in elementary education, library media, and gifted.

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Ages: 7-10
3-10 learners per class

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