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A Crash Course in Vocabulary Instruction - Coggle Diagram
A Crash Course in Vocabulary Instruction
Types of Vocabulary Words
Tier 3 Words
Subject-specific terms
Essential Concept
"Without this word, would my students struggle to understand the central ideas of this lesson/unit?"
Tier 2 Words
High-utility academic words found across multiple subjects
Working with Colleagues
Look at the content standards and curriculum resources to decide with terms are essential
Focus on foundational vocabulary that build background knowledge for future vocab terms and concepts
Consider what vocabulary words and terms to pre-teach to the students that lack background knowledge or need help with key words
Identify terms with multiple meanings and connotations (across the subjects)
Strategies for Vocabulary Instruction
Explicit vocabulary instruction
Model and teach word learning strategies
Encourage spaced repetition/practice
Retrieval Practice
Include peer interaction and collaborative learning
Vocabulary Journals
Peer discussions
Think-Pair-Share
Incorporate movement
Sticky first encounters
Provide repeated exposure in various contexts
Utilize Marzano's vocabulary instruction process
Providing an example
Restating the meaning
Creating a visual representation
Adding to knowledge
Discussing the term
Playing games
Help students utilize graphic organizers
Frayer Model
Semantic Map
Word Map
Technology and Multimedia
Blooket
flashcards, multiple choice, short answer, variety of game modes
Bitsboard
variety of vocab activites
Flippity
google sheet --> flashcards, word searches, crossword puzzles etc
WordWall
matching, jeopardy-style games
Brainscape
spaced repetition vocab practice
GoConqr
flashcards, mind maps, quizzes
Google Slides
individual and collaborative flaschards
Quizlet
flashcards, games, practice tests, pronunciation