Vocabulary Boot Camp: SAT, ACT, ISEE Prep
Ensure your vocabulary is test-ready in this engaging, interactive class! Master definitions, synonyms, and context clues to build confidence and ace the test through fun games, word mapping, and fast-paced challenges.
Hub of Curiosity
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:(718)
What's included
1 live meeting
40 mins in-class hours per weekMastery Evaluation
1 hour per week. includedAssessment
Grades are available upon request as well.Class Experience
Build a powerful SAT, ACT, or ISEE vocabulary in a fun, engaging environment! This class goes beyond memorization, helping learners understand words in context through interactive activities like word association games, Vocabulary Bingo, and fast-paced synonym challenges. Each week, students will be introduced to high-impact words commonly found on major standardized test, explore their meanings and origins, and apply them in creative ways to reinforce retention. Through digital tools, word mapping exercises, and sentence challenges, learners will gain confidence using advanced vocabulary naturally in writing and conversation. Whether playing Kahoot, filling in the blanks, or analyzing word etymology, students will sharpen their verbal skills in a lively, supportive setting. Get ready to expand your vocabulary, strengthen your test-taking strategies, and have fun while doing it! This class has a weekly theme that rotates on an 8-week cycle. Learners are welcome to join anytime! When we restart at week one, the theme will remain the same, but we'll be exploring new vocabulary words each time we cycle through. Week 1: Power Verbs (e.g., articulate, bolster) Week 2: Descriptive Adjectives (e.g., meticulous, robust) Week 3: Analytical Words (e.g., infer, deduce) Week 4: Tone Words (e.g., sardonic, nostalgic) Week 5: Transition Words (e.g., however, moreover) Week 6: Words for Writing (e.g., elucidate, substantiate) Week 7: Common SAT Traps (e.g., equivocal, ambivalent) Week 8: Roots and Prefixes (e.g., bene-, mal-, -logy) For example, our first three weeks of class will focus on the following words: February 16th - Power verbs such as articulate, bolster, advocate, exemplify, synthesize, refute, underscore, contend, substantiate, and extrapolate. February 23rd - Descriptive adjectives such as meticulous, robust, candid, ephemeral, tenacious, lucid, pragmatic, ostentatious, elusive, and prosaic. March 2nd - Analytical words such as infer, deduce, examine, formulate, hypothesize, assess, compare, contrast, evaluate, and synthesize.
Learning Goals
Expand vocabulary knowledge by mastering high-impact words commonly found on the SAT, ACT, and ISEE through engaging, interactive activities.Develop a deeper understanding of word meanings, origins, and usage in context to improve reading comprehension, writing clarity, and test performance.
Other Details
Supply List
Learners may need an occasional bingo or word mapping printout. Templates will be provided in the classroom with ample notice to prepare for class.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined October, 2018
5.0
718reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 teachers have teaching certificates
Ohio Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
North Carolina Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
Ohio Teaching Certificate in English/Language Arts
1 teacher has a Graduate degree
Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering from University of Idaho
4 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in International Business from The Ohio State University
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from University of Idaho
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from University of Idaho
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration and Management from Nova Southeastern University
Bachelor's Degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences from Bowling Green State University
1 teacher has an Associate's degree
Associate's Degree in Animal Science from The Ohio State University
Meagan:
Meagan is the founder of Hub of Curiosity and has been teaching on Outschool for 6 years. She's a veteran homeschool mom who strongly believes in a multi-disciplinary approach to learning. She believes learning should be fun, engaging, and interactive. Expect a casual atmosphere in class where learners can ask questions, share their ideas, and have fun... all while learning.
Meagan’s high school years of studying Latin—though she may have bemoaned them at the time—equipped her with a deep understanding of word etymology. Now, she uses that expertise to help learners break down complex vocabulary, empowering them with the skills they need to excel on their upcoming test.
Meagan is an avid reader and can't consume enough historical fiction from the World War II period. She's also a keen adventurer and can be packed to go to the next town or around the world in under an hour.
Meet Meagan here:
https://youtu.be/s_P4jmzt7Sg?si=dOXkwWDn5MQQ6zTr
Sarah:
Sarah is a formerly licensed Language Arts teacher based in Ohio with graduate-level coursework in reading intervention. She earned her degree from Bowling Green State University, majoring in Liberal Studies with a focus on English. As a mother of three, she understands the importance of flexibility in education and values open expression in learning.
After several years of teaching in the public school system, Sarah transitioned to a more adaptable approach to education, believing that true learning thrives in an engaging and dynamic environment. Her family embraces an "educationally eclectic" philosophy—her oldest child has attended both private and public schools, while her younger two are currently homeschooled. She recognizes the value of diverse educational methods and teaching styles.
Sarah teaches all areas of Language Arts, Elementary Math, and Visual Arts. She also has extensive experience working with neurodivergent learners, ensuring education remains accessible and inclusive. She looks forward to meeting new learners and fostering meaningful discussions in her classes!
Meet Sarah here:
https://youtu.be/kd-lk88tFv0Reviews
Live Group Class
$12
weekly1x per week
40 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
4-10 learners per class
