Communicating Clearly and Accurately

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Communicating Clearly and Accurately Resources

Vocabulary Instruction

Secondary and Elementary video clips demonstrating effective ways to teach vocabulary.

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Communicating with Students-Article

6 Questions to tackle in being exemplary when communicating with students.

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Getting Attention

Strategies for getting students' attention.

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Silent Signals - Video

Non-verbal signals to keep students engaged.

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Unpacking a Learning Target - Video

A video of a 4th and 5th grade teacher unpacking standards with his students.

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Posting Objectives - Video

Posting objectives shows students where their learning will take them.

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Examples of Exit Directions for ENVoY- Resource list

Many photo examples of exit directions used in elementary schools.

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Words in the Wild - Article

Vocabulary strategies for students to find words in context.

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Descriptors for this component:

Lesson purpose is clearly defined and placed in the context of broader learning

Directions and procedures are clearly explained and specific to lesson activities

Content is scaffolded and connects to previous learning

Explanation of content invites intellectual student engagement and includes strategies for independent work as appropriate

Spoken and written language is correct, appropriate and connects to students’ ages and interests

Academic vocabulary is precise and extends student learning

Communicating Clearly and Accurately