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Title No. ELA2412E) |
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Proficiency
Level: Mastery |
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Subject(s):Language Arts and |
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Grade(s): 3,4,5 |
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Hours: 30.00 |
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Description: In this course, participants
will examine best practices for building the breadth and depth of vocabulary
for both comprehension and written expression in grades three through
five. Participants will learn the importance of creating a
word-conscious learning environment that encourages motivation and interest
in learning new words. They will learn how to model and to
encourage independent word-learning strategies that their students can apply
while engaging in wide and varied reading. They will also explore the value
of instructing students in grades 3-5 how to infer the meaning of words from
context and word parts. For their final project, participants will
incorporate components of a balanced vocabulary program by designing a
vocabulary lesson based on a classroom text—either fiction or non-fiction. |
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Pre-requisites: This is an introductory
course for teachers, technology specialists, curriculum specialists,
professional development specialists, or other school personnel. Participants
are expected to have regular access to computers, and proficiency with email
and current web-browsers. |
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Objectives: This course will enable
participants to explore best practices for engaging and motivating students
in grades three through five to build vocabulary. Participants
will examine teaching strategies for building both the breadth and depth of
students’ vocabulary for comprehension and written expression. |
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