word meanings in both speaking and writing? expressive vocabulary
In teaching the antonyms and synonyms of a
word such as generosity, a teacher would be semantics
emphasizing which aspect of language?
Once students have learned to decode printed
words, which strand of the Reading Rope vocabulary
model (Scarborough, 2001) is the best single
predictor of reading comprehension?
Which conclusion was documented by the
Hart and Risley (1995) research team The number of words to which
regarding the relationship between home preschoolers are exposed predicts
language exposure and later reading their vocabulary knowledge at grade
comprehension? three.
Which of these is the least effective way to
foster implicit learning of the vocabulary providing several hours daily of
students need for classroom success? children’s television programs
Good reasons for teaching a few words
rexplicitly and in-depth include all of the Students only need to know a few
follwing except: words to understand most texts.
Which of the following is the least effective
activity when a new word meaning is being Ask students if anyone knows what
explicitly and directly taught? the word means.
What consideration might distinguish
vocabulary instruction for English Learners ELs may need more multisensory
(ELs) from the vocabulary instruction of native supports to understand
English? the meanings of words.
The principle of teaching word meanings in
relationship to other word meanings is best explaining shades of meaning among
exeplified by which activity? synonyms
Which of these is the most effective, research-
supported practice to promote vocabulary ensure that the teacher regularly uses
growth in students across a school year? complex and sophisticated language