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Jul 231 min read

Using the Frayer Model to Teach Students New Vocabulary

The Frayer Model is a graphic organizer that helps our students dig deep into the meaning of a new word OR clarify the meaning of a...

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Jul 221 min read

All Vocabulary Words Are Not the Same in Your Classroom

When we teach content in any area, there are vocabulary words that are essential for learners to know in order to be successful. It is...

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May 163 min read

Sample Semantic Feature Analysis Science Lesson

Semantic Feature Analysis is a systematic instructional practice used to teach vocabulary used in content area instruction. Read more...

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Apr 101 min read

Increase Students' Vocabulary Knowledge Through Creating Student Friendly Definitions

There are times as adults when we read the formal definition of a word, it leaves us more confused about the word's meaning and purpose....

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Apr 22 min read

The Power of Coaches in Middle School and High School

Coaches are often referred to in stereotypical ways that minimize and mock the influence they can have on students far beyond the playing...

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Mar 72 min read

Helping Students Break Down Words Into Recognizable Parts

Morphemic Analysis is sometimes referred to as “word part” clues. When our students anlayze the meaning of a word by breaking it down...

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Feb 73 min read

3 Word Learning Strategies to Use In Your Content Area

As teachers, we know we do not have time to teach students every word they need to know (Graves, 2000). Explicit instruction is very...

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Jan 234 min read

5 Common Questions About Using Semantic Sorts for Content Area Vocabulary Instruction

When teachers are beginning to use Semantic Sorts to increase vocabulary word acquisition in their content area, I am often asked these 5...

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Jan 95 min read

How to Use Semantic Sorts for Vocabulary Instruction in Your Content Area

Semantic sorts, sometimes called concept sorts, are activities that involve sorting words by their meaning. Semantic means “meaning” and...

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