First published 2020
Dorothy Kauffman presents a comprehensive program designed to accelerate academic language development for English language learners and struggling students. The second edition employs direct vocabulary instruction methods that research shows improve learning outcomes. Kauffman's approach helps students acquire content area vocabulary through incremental, repeated, and varied word exposures. The program incorporates an instructional routine based on the Gradual Release of Responsibility model and Productive Partnering techniques to boost language acquisition. Standards alignment connects the material to Common Core State Standards and other leading research findings. Scaffolded and differentiated instruction strategies support vocabulary acquisition specifically for English language learners. This systematic approach offers educators research-backed tools to build student word knowledge across academic subjects.
Genres: reference, language, education, academic
Vibes: thought-provoking
Tropes: instructional-routine, scaffolded-instruction
CD-ROM · Oxford University Press