Writing Across the Curriculum

1. Vocabulary Writing Across the Curriculum

2. Vocabulary Coding • Level 1 – RED – I have never seen this word before & I have no idea what it means. • Level 2 – Orange – I have seen this word but am not certain about the meaning. • Level 3 – Blue – I have seen this and sort of know what it means. • Level 4 – Green – I own this word; I can correctly use and spell this word 100% of the time.

3. Vocabulary Coding Patient Cloak Roamed Flimsy Vast Occasion Observed Strict Gleam Revolution Fascinated Envied Curious Formal

4. Vocabulary Coding Each student does their own assessment of the words in the story / article.

5. Vocabulary Coding Use Post It notes to create a visual representation.

6. Top 10 Characteristics of Effective Vocabulary Instruction Multiple Exposures Word learning is shaped through multiple exposures over time & across varied contexts. (Dr. Kimberly Tyson – www.learningunlimitedllc.com)

7. Top 10 Characteristics of Effective Vocabulary Instruction Frontload Vocabulary Before teaching content or having students read text, front load vocabulary to increase comprehension. (Dr. Kimberly Tyson – www.learningunlimitedllc.com)

8. Top 10 Characteristics of Effective Vocabulary Instruction Context Clues Using context to determine word meaning works better for nonfiction and informational text than with fiction. (Dr. Kimberly Tyson – www.learningunlimitedllc.com)

9. Top 10 Characteristics of Effective Vocabulary Instruction Nonlinguistic Representations Have students create pictographs or mental images when learning new words. (Dr. Kimberly Tyson – www.learningunlimitedllc.com)

10. Top 10 Characteristics of Effective Vocabulary Instruction Teach Independent Word Learning Strategies Includes context clues, word families, word parts, reference tools and a personal approach to learning vocabulary. (Dr. Kimberly Tyson – www.learningunlimitedllc.com)

11. Top 10 Characteristics of Effective Vocabulary Instruction Rich & Varied Language Experience Engage students in speaking, listening, reading and writing with new vocabulary. (Dr. Kimberly Tyson – www.learningunlimitedllc.com)

12. Top 10 Characteristics of Effective Vocabulary Instruction • Directly Teach Individual Words • Pronounce the word • Explain in kid-friendly terms • Encourage elaboration through personal examples • Assess informally & formally (Dr. Kimberly Tyson – www.learningunlimitedllc.com)

13. Top 10 Characteristics of Effective Vocabulary Instruction Independent Reading Wide reading builds vocabulary. Increase the amount of time for independent reading along with time to talk about reading. (Dr. Kimberly Tyson – www.learningunlimitedllc.com)

14. Top 10 Characteristics of Effective Vocabulary Instruction Role of the Dictionary Effective vocabulary instruction does not rely solely on dictionary definitions. Have students create personal kid-friendly definitions. (Dr. Kimberly Tyson – www.learningunlimitedllc.com)

15. Teachers Pay Teachers Website • Free Downloads • Lessons • Games • Activities • Journals • Formative Assessments • Summative Assessments http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Browse/Search:vocabulary+games/Grade-Level/6-8

16. http://io9.com/rappers-ranked-by-vocabulary-size-1571623387

17. Key Takeaways Students need multiple exposures to words to learn them well. Direct vocabulary instruction must be part of a balanced literacy program. Self-reflected independent reading is important grades K-12. Your key takeaway?

18. Teaching Vocabulary • Take Notes • Write in Journal • Create their own dictionary • Draw Pictures • http://www.toolsforeducators.com/handouts/vocabularylibrary.php

19. WORD WALL • OEPA wants to see this in EVERY classroom in Logan County, regardless of course content. • Research proves that it is one of the best tools for increasing vocabulary.

20. Rockin’ Word Walls Create the Word Wall with your students. Dr. Kimberly Tyson www.learningunlimitedllc.com

21. Rockin’ Word Walls Display the Word Wall YOUR way. Dr. Kimberly Tyson www.learningunlimitedllc.com

25. Rockin’ Word Walls Add images to accompany the words. Dr. Kimberly Tyson www.learningunlimitedllc.com

26. Rockin’ Word Walls Review & Play Games to reinforce. Dr. Kimberly Tyson www.learningunlimitedllc.com

27. Bio Poem First nameFour traits that describe the personRelative ofLover ofWho feelsWho needsWho fearsWho would like to seeResident ofLast name.

28. Bio Poem Electricity The student who researched the word electricity traced the word back to its 1646 meaning, "attract by friction." She learned that the term's "family tree" has two major branches;elek, meaning "friction, heat" and tron, meaning "water" and "diffusion." The biopoem used these two parts for the first name and last name. Source: http://www.nwp.org/cs/public/print/resource/quarterly/Q2002no3/simmons.html

29. Bio Poem Electricity EleckShock, current, vital, magneticRelative of anatomy, atom,contemplate, epitomeLover of friction, lightning, heatWho feels hot, shocking, activeWho needs chemical action,magnetism, energyWho fears water, rain, diffusionWho would like to see stimulation,technology, mechanicsResident of citiesTron First nameFour traits that describe the personRelative ofLover of Who feelsWho needsWho fearsWho would like to seeResident ofLast name.