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Where Did That Word Come From? Vocabulary and Etymology

Expand your vocabulary by learning the meaning and origin of a new word each week.
Judy Phillips
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5.0
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(63)
Class

What's included

1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hours per week

Class Experience

Each week, learners will receive a new vocabulary word to expand and practice in their daily language. We will discuss the definition, parts of speech in which the words can be used, any prefix or suffix, root words, and the etymology. 

Learners may use their own notebook for keeping track of their word list or they can use a template provided by me. 

Class will be taught with slides using Nearpod and I will screenshare so that you do not need an account. 

This class will take an informal approach to vocabulary development and we will have time to use each word in example sentences while students apply them to their daily lives. 

Our word list will start as follows:

Week of April 29: adorn
Week of May 6: comprehend
Week of May 13: concede
Week of May 20: deceive
Week of May 27: chronic
Week of June 3: motive
Week of June 10: consternation
Week of June 17: defer
Week of June 24: melancholy
Week of July 1: obscure
Week of July 8: obstinate
Week of July 15: rejuvenate
Week of July 22: blunt
Week of July 29: ostracize
Week of August 5: immense
Week of August 12: incredulous
Week of August 19: charisma
Week of August 26: satire
Week of September 2: convoluted
Week of September 9: exorbitant
Week of September 16: idyllic
Week of September 23: vivid
Week of September 30: lament
Week of October 7: prudent
Week of October 14: melodramatic
Week of October 21: wistful
Week of October 28: astute
Week of November 4: echelon
Week of November 11: elate
Week of November 18: spontaneous
Week of November 25: conjure
Week of December 2: optimist
Week of December 9: trepidation
Week of December 16: bombard
Week of December 23: sovereign
Week of December 30: conscientious

Please note that learners will not need to learn how to spell the vocabulary. We are strictly developing vocabulary skills in this class to improve speaking, listening, and reading. The list will be updated and new words added as the class progresses. 

I look forward to seeing your learner in class.

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External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
  • Nearpod
Joined June, 2021
5.0
63reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Science from University of West Georgia
NEW CLASSES COMING SOON!!! 

New classes starting in September 2024...

Hello and welcome! My name is Judy and I am excited to meet you and share my love of learning with your children.

My educational background includes a B.S. in Geology with a concentration in Engineering-so extra heavy on the sciences and upper level math. I've worked in both the public and private sectors and as a field geologist and project manager and I currently have my own business. Some of my work includes regulatory compliance of Underground Storage Tanks, Environmental Site Assessments and reports, groundwater monitoring, Stormwater Pollution and Prevention Plans, Spill Prevention Plans for aboveground tanks, and monitoring contaminants in soil. Of course, that is not an exhaustive list but it is a good representation of the broad field work I have done in my career. 

I have conducted field research as a Geologist and have presented my findings at several Geological Society of America conferences. Further, I am a member of several professional organizations to continue my own education in this field.

ESL is also a passion of mine. I enjoy teaching English to others and helping them to succeed at their goals. It has really allowed me to meet a lot of fun and interesting people around the world. I am TEFOL certified and have taught ESL learners of all ages for the last 6 years.

I am a homeschooling mom of two and we are beginning our 4th year. I am really passionate about making sure that my children (and yours) have all of the tools they need to succeed in life. My children were both born prematurely and we have had quite the educational journey from physical and occupational therapy to ADHD.  I enjoy teaching children who think outside the box and love to explore their surroundings. Outschool is the perfect platform for that. I have had the very best students to work with here and you can rest assured that your child is learning the same material I would teach my own. It is important to me to show children their abilities and their positive attributes and build on that. 

You'll find a variety of different classes here-mostly science- but I do teach some math, reading, and an occasional elective class, as well as ESL. I enjoy working with students of all ages and feel very comfortable in this environment. If you are a parent looking for a little bit of enrichment for your child to cement what they are learning in school or if you are a homeschool parent, I can help take the load off and I will do everything I can to make your child feel important and valued in my classes. 

In our free time, my family enjoys all things outdoors such as horseback riding, hiking, rock and mineral collecting, or just playing in a big field. We love nature and all of its wonders. 

If you have any questions about classes or scheduling please reach out to me. I am always willing to work with you on setting up a class that works for you. 

Thanks for stopping by and I hope to see your child in some of my classes!

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$13

weekly
1x per week
30 min

Completed by 4 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-13
3-8 learners per class

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