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By 2sankofa
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This is my first year in 6th too. Essentially she says that the only way that students will retain vocabulary is if there is a frequency of use in their common language, shows importance, and is applicable to their lives.| She gave an example of using plethora when a student asked if she had an extra pencil. She said that by simply using the word in a sentence without teaching it, peaked her students' curiosity. She states that kids learn new vocabulary by listening to others, the media, music, and through the books they read. She is a huge advocate of reading as many books as possible. Throughout the book | |
she emphasizes the use of graphic organizers, which become the assessment; she doesn't give vocab tests anymore. Also, she requires teachers to have lessons on word orgins so that students can stop relying on context clues.
On a personal note, our 7th grade Reading teacher uses this approach. The kids are required to pick 2 words each night from their reading and discuss it in their lit circles. This allows them to have ownership of their learning. He doesn't make lists or give exams. He has the highest reading scores in our building. So, I think this is something to look at.
If you have any suggestions, please let me know.
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