Vocabulary Instruction and Its Connection to Students' Literacy Skills
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Campus Access Only
Presentation Type
Asynchronous
Entry Number
2411
School
School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Department
Education
Keywords
vocabulary, literacy, reading comprehension
Abstract
Vocabulary Instruction and Its Connection to Students' Literacy Skills
Abstract
Building a strong vocabulary background is one of the key components to helping students improve their reading comprehension and overall literacy skills. When students have a strong level of vocabulary and background knowledge, they can better understand what they are reading, make connections, and think critically about texts. Effective strategies for expanding vocabulary, such as direct instruction, learning words in context, and engaging activities, can help students not only recognize new words but also help them retain the information and use what they’ve learned to improve their reading comprehension skills. By incorporating up-to-date vocabulary strategies, educators can give students the skills they need to become confident readers both inside and out of the classroom. In this session, we will discuss relevant learning strategies that support vocabulary knowledge and retention in grades K-5.
Primary Faculty Mentor(s)
Dr. Stefanie Copp Dr. Autumn Dodge
Primary Faculty Mentor(s) Department
Education
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Vocabulary Instruction and Its Connection to Students' Literacy Skills
Vocabulary Instruction and Its Connection to Students' Literacy Skills
Abstract
Building a strong vocabulary background is one of the key components to helping students improve their reading comprehension and overall literacy skills. When students have a strong level of vocabulary and background knowledge, they can better understand what they are reading, make connections, and think critically about texts. Effective strategies for expanding vocabulary, such as direct instruction, learning words in context, and engaging activities, can help students not only recognize new words but also help them retain the information and use what they’ve learned to improve their reading comprehension skills. By incorporating up-to-date vocabulary strategies, educators can give students the skills they need to become confident readers both inside and out of the classroom. In this session, we will discuss relevant learning strategies that support vocabulary knowledge and retention in grades K-5.