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Non-Linguistic Representations . Classroom Instruction that works Robert J. Marzano Chapter 6. BRAINSTORM PLEASE. Question: What is non-linguistic representations?. Knowledge stored in 2 forms :. Linguistic form Statements in long-term memory Imagery form Mental pictures
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Non-Linguistic Representations Classroom Instruction that works Robert J. Marzano Chapter 6
BRAINSTORM PLEASE Question: What is non-linguistic representations?
Knowledge stored in 2 forms: • Linguistic form • Statements in long-term memory • Imagery form • Mental pictures • Physical sensations: • Smell, taste, touch, sound, • Kinaesthetic association
Elaborate on Knowledge • Process of generating non-linguistic representations engages students in elaborative thinking • Elaborating on knowledge helps students understand it in greater depth. • Enhanced by asking students to explain and justify their elaborations explain
Why should we use both? • The more we use both systems the better we can think about and recall knowledge. • Explicitly engaging students in non-linguistic representations stimulates and increases activity in the brain.
Variety of Non-linguistic Representations • Creating graphic representations • Making physical models • Generating mental pictures • Drawing pictures and pictographs • Engaging in kinaesthetic activity
How do Graphic Organizers help? • WHY? • Combine Linguistic mode: • words • phrases • Use non-linguistic mode: • symbols and arrows represent relationships
Non-Linguistic Representations Strategies Graphic Organizers Physical models Mental Pictures Draw KinestheticActivity 2 forms Elaborate Knowledge Linguistic - statements • Imagery • Mental pictures • Physical sensations -helps recall knowledge - Stimulate both sides of the brain