Vocabulary Instruction

Second Edition
Research to Practice

Edited by Edward J. Kame'enui and James F. Baumann

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March 28, 2012
ISBN 9781462503988
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354 Pages
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A Choice Outstanding Academic Title
This highly regarded work brings together prominent authorities on vocabulary teaching and learning to provide a comprehensive yet concise guide to effective instruction. The book showcases practical ways to teach specific vocabulary words and word-learning strategies and create engaging, word-rich classrooms. Instructional activities and games for diverse learners are brought to life with detailed examples. Drawing on the most rigorous research available, the editors and contributors distill what PreK-8 teachers need to know and do to support all students' ongoing vocabulary growth and enjoyment of reading.

New to This Edition
  • Reflects the latest research and instructional practices.
  • New section (five chapters) on pressing current issues in the field: assessment, authentic reading experiences, English language learners, uses of multimedia tools, and the vocabularies of narrative and informational texts.
  • Contributor panel expanded with additional leading researchers.