Teaching Academic Vocabulary K-8

Effective Practices across the Curriculum

GUILFORD PUBLICATIONSISBN:9781462510306

Title: Teaching Academic Vocabulary K-8
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By Camille Blachowicz, Donna Ogle, Peter Fisher, Susan Watts Taffe
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THE GUILFORD PRESS
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HARDBACK
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176

This book showcases effective ways to build the vocabulary knowledge K-8 learners need to engage meaningfully in reading, writing, and discussion on academic subjects. The distinguished authors draw on decades of classroom experience to explain what academic vocabulary is, how it fits into the Common Core State Standards, and how targeting vocabulary can enhance conceptual understanding in English language arts, social studies, and math and science. Rich classroom vignettes, teaching tips, and examples of student work are included. The book also features helpful figures, word lists, discussion questions, and recommended print and online resources.

1. The Importance of Academic Vocabulary 2. The Role of Academic Language in Content-Area Learning 3. Understanding Effective Vocabulary Instruction 4. Teaching Academic Vocabulary in the English Language Arts 5. Teaching Academic Vocabulary in Social Studies 6. Teaching Academic Vocabulary in Math and Science 7. The Role of Technology in Learning Academic Vocabulary 8. Resources for Developing Academic Vocabulary

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