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What are the five different *vocabularies a person has? (competency 10, Domain 4) Listening, speaking, writing, sight(reading), and meaning (reading). What are the three causes of poor reading comprehension other than lack of fluency? (competency 10, Domain 4) 1. Lack of (meaning) vocabulary. 2. Lack of academic language. 3. Lack of Background knowledge. 00:00 02:01 Name three criteria to consider when deciding which vocabulary words to teach? (competency 10, Domain 4) 1. Frequency 2. Utility 3. Level of knowledge (unknown vs. acquainted. How do Tier 2 words differ from Tier 3 words? (competency 10, Domain 4) Both are academic language words. Tier 2 words are nontechnical academic language (e.g. summarize, classify, etc.) that are found across domains. Tier 3 are technical and domain specific (e.g. protozoa in science). How to approach vocabulary instruction: (competency 11, Domain 4) 1. Direct instruction of target or key words. 2. Teach students word-learning strategies: a) context clues b) Morphemic/structural analysis c) apposition d) cognates e)dictionary skills 3. Develop word consciousness 4. Encourage wide reading. Research shows that vocabulary instruction should be: (competency 11, Domain 4) 1. Developmentally appropriate, 2. Using definitions that are kid-friendly. 3. Provide meaningful examples Vocabulary lessons should include word definitions and what else? (competency 11, Domain 4) 1. Examples of how words are used in context (sentences). 2. Students should use the words learned in their writing. 3.Students must have repeated exposure: they need to listen to, speak, read and write new words. Research has shown that the average student can learn the meaning of how many new words a week? (competency 11, Domain 4) 9 words per week When are semantic maps used, and what for? (competency 11, Domain 4) When: Pre-reading instruction. What for: To teach meaning/vocab focusing of a key word/concept and to activate background knowledge of word. *very effective