Vocabulary & Dictionaries Flashcards
1
Q
Learners’ word knowledge is linked to …
A
academic success
2
Q
How are words learnt?
A
Words are learnt in stages
3
Q
Which kind of words take longer to learn?
A
low-frequency words
4
Q
Strategies for teaching vocabulary to employ
A
- focussing on word consciousness
- increasing the frequency of vocabulary instruction
- offering opportunities for reading
- fostering an appreciation for words
5
Q
The purpose of illustrations in dictionaries
A
- visualisation of objects
- better retention of new info
6
Q
Order of the acquisition of literacy skills
A
- Listening
- Speaking
- Reading
- Writing
