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HOW TO TEACH NEW VOCABULARY?
HOW TO TEACH NEW VOCABULARY?
Explore effective strategies for teaching vocabulary through engaging and practical methods.
Before teaching, you need to know:
Before teaching, you need to know:
Active and Passive Vocabulary: Passive vocabulary refers to words that a person understands when reading or listening where active vocabulary refers to words that a person can readily use and understand in their speaking or writing
Word Associations: Connections between new words and their existing vocabulary to aid retention and comprehension
Comprehension Skills: Strategies that help students infer meaning from context rather than memorizing definitions.
Contextual Understanding: Teaching words in contexts that students encounter frequently, such as in reading materials or listening exercises.
Stage 1: Pre-teaching Preparation
Stage 1: Pre-teaching Preparation
Assessment: Assess students' existing vocabulary knowledge and identify target words based on their level and curriculum requirements.
Selection: Choose vocabulary words that are relevant to the lesson objectives and students' needs.
Materials: Prepare teaching materials such as visuals, definitions, examples, and activities to support vocabulary learning.
Suggested Activities for Step 1:
Word Wall Exploration: Students explore and discuss key vocabulary words displayed prominently in the classroom, predicting their contextual use.
Semantic Mapping: Students create visual diagrams linking new vocabulary with related concepts, synonyms, and examples to enhance comprehension.
Prediction from Context: Students read passages with unfamiliar words, using context clues to predict meanings before learning formal definitions.
Step 2: Introduction and Context
Step 2: Introduction and Context
Presentation: Introduce new vocabulary words using context, whether it has a singular meaning or more and which pronunciation each has if dissimilar.
Pronunciation: Teach correct pronunciation and stress patterns to ensure students can produce and understand the words accurately.
Meaning Clarification: Discuss meanings, definitions, and usage of the words in different contexts.
Suggested Activities for Step 2:
Reading Comprehension: Students analyze how vocabulary words are used in texts to understand their meanings in context.
Role-Playing Scenarios: Students practice using vocabulary in realistic situations, such as conversations or simulations.
Discussion and Debate: Students engage in conversations and debates using new vocabulary to deepen their understanding and fluency.
Step 3: Practice and Reinforcement
Step 3: Practice and Reinforcement
Active Use: Engage students in activities that require active use of the vocabulary, such as speaking, writing, and role-plays.
Repetition: Provide opportunities for repetition and reinforcement through drills, games, and exercises to enhance retention.
Feedback: Provide constructive feedback on students' use of vocabulary to correct errors and reinforce correct usage.
Suggested Activities for Step 3:
Vocabulary Flashcards: Students quiz each other with flashcards showing vocabulary words and their definitions or example sentences.
Word Bingo: Students mark vocabulary words on Bingo cards as the teacher calls out definitions or uses the words in sentences.
Sentence Creation: Students write and share sentences or short paragraphs using specific vocabulary words.
Step 4: Integration and Application
Step 4: Integration and Application
Cross-curricular Integration: Integrate vocabulary learning across different subjects and skills to reinforce connections and understanding.
Authentic Tasks: Assign tasks and projects that require students to apply new vocabulary in real-life scenarios, such as presentations or debates.
Interaction: Encourage collaborative learning where students use vocabulary in meaningful interactions with peers.
Suggested Activities for Step 4:
Role-Playing: Students act out real-life scenarios using targeted vocabulary to simulate practical language use.
Project-Based Learning: Students work on projects that require research, collaboration, and the use of vocabulary in context, such as creating presentations or reports.
Debate and Discussion: Students participate in debates or discussions on various topics, integrating and applying new vocabulary in their arguments and conversations.
Step 5: Review and Assessment
Step 5: Review and Assessment
Review: Periodically review previously taught vocabulary to reinforce retention and address any misunderstandings.
Assessment: Use formative and summative assessments, such as quizzes, tests, and performance tasks, to evaluate vocabulary acquisition and understanding.
Feedback: Provide feedback on assessments to guide students' ongoing vocabulary development.
Suggested Activities for Step 5:
Role-Playing: Students act out real-life scenarios using targeted vocabulary to simulate practical language use.
Project-Based Learning: Students work on projects that require research, collaboration, and the use of vocabulary in context, such as creating presentations or reports.
Debate and Discussion: Students participate in debates or discussions on various topics, integrating and applying new vocabulary in their arguments and conversations.
Step 6: Extension and Expansion
Step 6: Extension and Expansion
Depth of Understanding: Encourage exploration of related words, synonyms, antonyms, and idiomatic expressions to deepen understanding.
Independent Learning: Support students in developing strategies for independent vocabulary acquisition through reading, listening, and using dictionaries.
Suggested Activities for Step 6:
Word Relay: Teams race to define or use vocabulary words displayed on a board, promoting quick thinking and teamwork.
Vocabulary Charades: Students act out vocabulary words silently while classmates guess, reinforcing vocabulary understanding and non-verbal communication.
Pictionary: Students draw and guess vocabulary words through pictures on a board, encouraging creativity and visual learning in a competitive setting.
Teaching vocabulary for different levels
Teaching vocabulary for different levels
TEACHING
PRIMARY SCHOOLS
Language Acquisition:
Younger children are more naturally inclined to pick up new languages quickly.
They learn through songs, games, and simple activities.
Teaching Methods:
Focus on play-based and interactive learning.
Use of visual aids, repetition, and storytelling.
Classroom Environment:
More nurturing and supportive.
Emphasis on building confidence and basic language skills.
TEACHING
SECONDARY SCHOOLS
Language Skills:
Students have a basic grasp of English but need to expand vocabulary and grammar.
Focus on more complex language structures.
Teaching Methods:
Use of role-plays, group discussions, and projects.
Integration of subject-specific vocabulary.
Classroom Environment:
More structured and formal.
Increased focus on academic achievement and assessment.
TEACHING
HIGH SCHOOLS
Language Proficiency:
Students should develop advanced language skills.
Emphasis on fluency, writing, and comprehension.
Teaching Methods:
Use of debates, presentations, and research projects.
Preparation for exams and higher education requirements.
Classroom Environment:
More rigorous and competitive.
Emphasis on critical thinking and application of language skills in various contexts.
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