All things Educational. Sharing resources for Secondary English
The text emphasizes the crucial role of vocabulary in education, particularly for EAL/ESL learners. It highlights effective teaching strategies and structured curriculum planning to enhance vocabulary awareness, ensuring students’ success and academic growth. By integrating vocabulary instruction across subjects, students become more confident and capable in using language, positively impacting their learning outcomes.
World Book Day is an exciting time of year, when teachers have settled comfortably into the routine of the year and new classes but before the pressure ramps up with summer exams. It is an opportunity to let your creativity out and let your bookishness reign. Our school included in their calendar this year a [...]
The content examines the concept of 'Disdain' as experienced by Estella towards Pip in Great Expectations. It delves into the word’s etymology, synonyms, antonyms, and morphology, offering insights that are particularly beneficial for English Second Language Learners, aimed at enhancing their vocabulary understanding and usage.
This content provides a list of Tier 2 vocabulary words related to "Great Expectations," specifically aimed at supporting English Language Learners. Each word includes its Arabic translation and definition. The vocabulary is organized in groups of ten to facilitate weekly spelling and revision, aligning with the accompanying Knowledge Organiser for the text.
Important vocabulary for approaching the Edexcel iGCSE Non-Fiction unit. Arabic translations included for English Language Learners Edexcel Non-Fiction Anthology Vocabulary Week 1 Quizizz Edexcel Non-Fiction Anthology Vocabulary Week 2 Quizizz Edexcel Non-Fiction Anthology Vocabulary Week 3 Quizizz Vocabulary Translation Definition 1 Climax ذروة The point where tension and drama is at its highest in an [...]
Developing the 'Progress Pack' as a resource to support students in literacy, addressing common issues in English classrooms. This initiative has helped streamline teaching workloads, reduce waste, and foster student autonomy. Over time, the pack has evolved to include diverse literacy aids, enhancing individualized support for all students.
English as a Second Language Resources for students translated into Czech
The initiative focuses on enhancing vocabulary instruction by implementing a 'Word of the Week' program. This approach emphasizes context and etymology, benefiting students, particularly EAL and ESL learners. By exploring synonyms and antonyms, students engage in discussions about nuanced meanings. The program aims to foster a robust vocabulary instruction framework in the school.
We have been introducing to our students since the beginning of the year. It builds into our formative knowledge curriculum and the importance of explicitly teaching vocabulary exploration; as @Doug_Lemov describes it in 'Reading Reconsidered': “making a case study out of certain words and their application.” Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week [...]
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