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Randolph, Patrick T. – ORTESOL Journal, 2018
Of all the possible tools available to help out English language Learners (ELLs) acquire vocabulary, the use of emotions is one of the most powerful because "we are learning that emotions are the result of multiple brain and body systems that are distributed over the whole person". If we go one step further and connect emotions to…
Descriptors: Vocabulary Development, English Language Learners, Emotional Response, Memory
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Moss, Diana L.; Lamberg, Teruni – Australian Mathematics Teacher, 2016
This discussion-based lesson is designed to support Year 6 students in their initial understanding of using letters to represent numbers, expressions, and equations in algebra. The three level framework is designed for: (1) making thinking explicit, (2) exploring each other's solutions, and (3) developing new mathematical insights. In each level…
Descriptors: Mathematics Instruction, Algebra, Discussion (Teaching Technique), Associative Learning
Smith, Michael W.; Wilhelm, Jeffrey D.; Fredricksen, James – Phi Delta Kappan, 2013
The good news about the Common Core State Standards: They emphasize writing convincing arguments about issues that matter, clear and comprehensive informational texts that can do meaningful work in the world, and compelling narratives. The bad news: Traditional approaches to teaching writing aren't enough to meet these new standards. The…
Descriptors: State Standards, Academic Standards, Writing Skills, Expertise
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Hilte, Maartje; Reitsma, Pieter – Journal of Research in Reading, 2011
The present study examines the effect of activating the connection between meaning and phonology in spelling exercises in second-grade spellers (n=41; 8 years and 3 months). In computer-based exercises in a within-subject design, semantic and neutral descriptions were contrasted and provided either before the process of spelling or in feedback.…
Descriptors: Spelling, Phonology, Semantics, Spelling Instruction
Fontichiaro, Kristin – School Library Monthly, 2010
The basics of this lesson can be used with students at different levels, helping them to identify what they already know and to build interest in and curiosity for the inquiry work to come. It also guides them to develop questions about things they are curious about and want to know before they begin the research process. In this activity, the…
Descriptors: Prior Learning, Learning Activities, Librarian Teacher Cooperation, Associative Learning
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Carneiro, Paula; Albuquerque, Pedro; Fernandez, Angel; Esteves, Francisco – Child Development, 2007
Two experiments attempted to resolve previous contradictory findings concerning developmental trends in false memories within the Deese-Roediger-McDermott (DRM) paradigm by using an improved methodology--constructing age-appropriate associative lists. The research also extended the DRM paradigm to preschoolers. Experiment 1 (N = 320) included…
Descriptors: Preadolescents, Models, Age Differences, Preschool Children
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Piller, Bonnie; Skillings, Mary Jo – TESL-EJ, 2005
This study investigated teacher behaviors, lesson delivery and sequence of content and learning expectations used by K-5 teachers at one school in New Delhi, India. This research brings broader understanding of strategies for teaching English reading and writing to students whose first language is not English. The rationale for the study stems…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Teaching Methods, Educational Strategies, English Instruction