Finding Word Meanings Using a Dictionary, Thesaurus or On-line

Introduction

Whether we need to be sure how a word is spelled, or it’s meaning and use in the English language, we have tools right at our fingertips. Let’s explore a dictionary, thesaurus and on-line sources for researching words.

Task

Watch video by going to Chrome and typing in:

www.youtu.be/CCOPWJ8vE7w?si=Qe2f1AOYcis2Yi7

1. You will write in your notes information for Dictionary, Thesaurus and On-line.

2. Use the information you learned to research the following words using the source given:

    Apple (dictionary)

    Sofa (thesaurus)

    School (on-line)

Process

Step 1. Watch the video

Step 2. Write your notes (dictionary, thesaurus and on-line)

Step 3. Research words (Apple, Sofa and School)

Evaluation

Present your notebook/work to the teacher (100 pts/Levels 1-4)

Conclusion

Complete Index/Exit Card

 

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Credits

You Tube: Haven of Wisdom