Vocabulary Instruction

When in doubt, remember Marzano's 6 Step Process for Vocabulary Instruction. Students must experience words and language in order for them to understand and use them. The "old school" method of copying definitions is highly ineffective and wastes valuable instructional time.
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"Strategies For Vocabulary Instruction - Part One"
Larry Ferlazzo, Education Week contributor
Fantastic article on the underpinnings of vocabulary instruction.

Academic Vocabulary categorized by Text Type
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Database of Vocabulary Strategies: descriptions, uses, and links
Creative Spin on Frayers - J. Zimmerman

Foldables: multi-dimensional graphic organizers that can be used for note taking, study tools, skills reinforcement, practice, and/or information organizing.
See templates below the examples!
See templates below the examples!