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A Crash Course in Vocabulary Instruction - Coggle Diagram
A Crash Course in Vocabulary Instruction
Working with Colleagues
Collaborate with other teachers to identify challenging, crucial words or phrases.
Examine content standards and curriculum resources to decide essential terms.
include vocabulary that has proven difficult for students in the past.
Analyze specific texts, materials, and assignment directions to identify crucial words and phrases.
Which Words Matter Most
Identify Tier 2 Words: Frequently used academic words across subjects (e.g., compare, analyze) essential for understanding and expression.
Identify Tier 3 Words: Content-specific words crucial for understanding subject matter (e.g., "factor" in math, "photosynthesis" in biology).
Focus on Vocabulary Essential to Key Concepts: Terms central to understanding ideas, themes, or processes in your lessons (e.g., "separation of powers" in a Social Studies unit on the constitution).
Tried and True Strategies for Vocabulary Instruction
Explicit Instruction: Clear definitions with examples.
Word Learning Strategies: Use context clues and word parts.
Marzano's Process: Examples, restate meaning, visuals, activities, discussions, games.
Repeated Exposure: Use various contexts like writing and discussions.
Graphic Organizers: Tools like Frayer Model and Word Maps.
Spaced Repetition: Review vocabulary over time.
Peer Interaction: Journals, discussions, Think-Pair-Share.
Tap in to technology and Multimedia
Pair Words with Multimedia: Use images, videos, or animations to make abstract words concrete.
Interactive Apps for Review and Practice
Brainscape: Flashcard creator with spaced repetition.
Quizlet: Digital flashcards with various study methods.
Bitsboard: User-friendly tool for creating flashcard activities.
Flippity: Turns Google Sheets into flashcards and games.