Vocabulary Development Strategies: Secondary Math

Step 1: Identifying Essential Vocabulary

What are the key ideas in the lesson? (Read the standard and learning outcomes) What vocabulary is ESSENTIAL to the lesson and needs to be addressed?

Step 2: Identify the Right Time

When is the best time to introduce the new vocabulary term?

Process:

• Review the lesson flow or agenda.
• Review the key learning experiences and tasks
• When will students have enough experience with a concept to “construct” meaning” from their mathematical experiences?

Step 3: Identify the Right Strategy

What strategy(ies) can support students in building strong connections to the new vocabulary?

Step 4: Identify Opportunities for Student Practice

What opportunities will students have to practice using the new vocabulary?