This might be in the form of dealing
with a vocabulary word, a scientific concept, a math problem, or a verb tense in a world language.
However, rarely will students learn vocabulary from just these, in my experience; they need to
work with the vocabulary.
As students become more
familiar with vocabulary and continue to build their vocabulary skills, not only does their reading fluency increase but so does their reading comprehension.
How to Use It: Students will match sentences on the left side of the page
with vocabulary on the right side.
The program combines fluency
practice with vocabulary and comprehension strategies to create powerful instruction in the foundational skills essential for successful reading development.
Students get to practice using their vocabulary words to label pictures, make new connections with words, all while they get to enjoy playing
with vocabulary as they color.
Hanging a vocabulary word wall in the classroom will provide students
with vocabulary support during writing assignments, encourage vocabulary practice, and strengthen reading skills.
Sample student work data observation: I'm surprised that our regular education and special education students had the same difficulty
with the vocabulary used in this open response science question.
They hear, say, write, break down, and
play with vocabulary, high frequency, and developmental spelling words.
You can start off the lesson
with vocabulary instruction and a discussion with your students on the meanings behind these loaded words.
Also a worksheet
with vocabulary for pupils to stick in their books or use as support in the classroom.
Such instruction
begins with vocabulary taught within oral discourse, reading, and writing in the content areas.
If they encounter
problems with vocabulary or comprehension, they use a checklist to apply simple strategies to solve those reading difficulties.
Getting to know you - Speaking
prompts with vocabulary bank Whole page with prompts for speaking practice - can be used for either introducing oneself to the whole group or as an interview exercise.
Consider adjusting your narrative
script with vocabulary, tone, and pacing to serve the overall course goals and objectives, and specifically engaging the course participant.
One of the most effective teachers we've worked with was a gym teacher who was initially reluctant to do
anything with vocabulary.