What's in a Name? Learning the Reasons Behind Surnames
In this one-time class, learners will identify the five main reasons behind the historic use of family names and research the meaning behind their own last name.
Penny Anderson
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(60)
What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Researching family history is one of the most common hobbies today. In this one-time class, learners will identify the five main reasons behind the historic use of family names and research the meaning behind their own last name. Learners will explore major historical events that led to the common use of surnames for identification. Learners will hear examples of modern surnames with ancient and medieval beginnings. Learners will then predict which of the five categories their family might have been and research the meaning of their own last name.
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Joined July, 2020
4.9
60reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Virginia Teaching Certificate in Social Studies/History
I specialize in human geography and earth science. I love to travel, share stories, and showcase our Created earth. I would love to share global topics and study skills with you!
I am a veteran teacher of world geography, global cultures, and earth science. I also train students who are prepping for the AP Human Geography and Environmental Science national exams. Learning is born from curiosity and I will help you answer those questions you have of the world all around us. Ask me about my Spam can.
Credentials:
BA Geography Mary Washington College
BLS Social Sciences Mary Washington College
MA Professional Teaching George Mason University
Grad +15 Christ Church College, Oxford
25 years teaching World Geography, AP Human Geography, World History, US Government
10 years AP Human Geography Reader with the College Board
Adjunct Professor of Geography University of Mary Washington
Virginia Teaching License in History and Social Sciences; Earth Science
Numerous presentations and publications at the local, state, national, and international levelsReviews
Live One-Time Class
$12
per classMeets once
30 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
1-9 learners per class
