RDG/570: Curriculum Const And Assmt: Reading And Lang Arts For Spe

Wk 6 Discussion – Vocabulary Development 

Discussion Topic

Post a total of 3 substantive responses over 2 separate days during week 6 MST (Tuesday – Monday) for full participation. This includes your initial post and 2 replies to other students.

This week’s focus is on methods and strategies for vocabulary development. Think back to your grade school days and your current experiences with developing vocabulary.

Due Thursday 

Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words. Explain and provide specific examples to support your response. NOTE: Cite the course readings for this week with in-text and end reference citations. Revise for conventions.

• How did you learn vocabulary in grade school? How do you learn new words today? What makes these strategies or techniques effective or ineffective?
• What components would you incorporate in a vocabulary program for low-achieving readers?