The vocabulary book : learning and instruction / Michael F. Graves.
| Author/creator | Graves, Michael F. author. |
| Format | Book |
| Edition | Second edition. |
| Publication | New York, NY : Teachers College Press, [2016] |
| Description | ix, 230 pages ; 24 cm. |
| Subjects |
| Series | Language and literacy series Language and literacy series (New York, N.Y.) ^A258785 |
| Contents | Introduction -- Words and word learning -- Selecting vocabulary to teach -- Providing rich and varied language experiences -- Teaching individual words -- Teaching word-learning strategies -- Promoting word consciousness -- Special considerations for English learners -- Final words. |
| Abstract | "This extensively revised and expanded edition of the bestselling text and teaching resource incorporates the newest research in vocabulary learning and instruction into a complete and balanced program for all K-12 students, from those who struggle in school to those who excel. Literacy expert Michael Graves presents a four-pronged vocabulary program that he has developed and honed for over 30 years. The program has the following four components: Frequent, Varied, and Extensive Language Experiences; Teaching Individual Words; Teaching Word Learning Strategies; and Fostering Word Consciousness. The text includes theory, research-based strategies, vocabulary interventions, classroom examples, advice for working with English learners, discussion of next-generation standards, and more"--Publisher's website. |
| Local note | Joyner- Foundations of Reading Test Prep |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| LCCN | 2016011905 |
| ISBN | 9780807757260 (pbk. ; alk. paper) |
| ISBN | 0807757268 (pbk. ; alk. paper) |