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    The teacher wants to improve vocabulary instruction for younger students using explicit instruction. The teacher will pick an engaging topic to read aloud with visuals to help students understand. Key words will be identified and broken down into prefixes, roots, and suffixes. Students will then practice using the new words in different contexts, like speaking sentences or drawing pictures, to help commit the words to memory. As an example, the teacher outlines how they would teach vocabulary related to the Harpy Eagle by introducing it, identifying words like "endangered" and "habitat", explaining their meanings, and having students use the words to discuss the eagle becoming endangered due to habitat loss but being protected in a zoo refuge.

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    The teacher wants to improve vocabulary instruction for younger students using explicit instruction. The teacher will pick an engaging topic to read aloud with visuals to help students understand. Key words will be identified and broken down into prefixes, roots, and suffixes. Students will then practice using the new words in different contexts, like speaking sentences or drawing pictures, to help commit the words to memory. As an example, the teacher outlines how they would teach vocabulary related to the Harpy Eagle by introducing it, identifying words like "endangered" and "habitat", explaining their meanings, and having students use the words to discuss the eagle becoming endangered due to habitat loss but being protected in a zoo refuge.

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    The teacher wants to improve vocabulary instruction for younger students using explicit instruction. The teacher will pick an engaging topic to read aloud with visuals to help students understand. Key words will be identified and broken down into prefixes, roots, and suffixes. Students will then practice using the new words in different contexts, like speaking sentences or drawing pictures, to help commit the words to memory. As an example, the teacher outlines how they would teach vocabulary related to the Harpy Eagle by introducing it, identifying words like "endangered" and "habitat", explaining their meanings, and having students use the words to discuss the eagle becoming endangered due to habitat loss but being protected in a zoo refuge.

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    English Writing Skills

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    The teacher wants to improve vocabulary instruction for younger students using explicit instruction. The teacher will pick an engaging topic to read aloud with visuals to help students understand. Key words will be identified and broken down into prefixes, roots, and suffixes. Students will then practice using the new words in different contexts, like speaking sentences or drawing pictures, to help commit the words to memory. As an example, the teacher outlines how they would teach vocabulary related to the Harpy Eagle by introducing it, identifying words like "endangered" and "habitat", explaining their meanings, and having students use the words to discuss the eagle becoming endangered due to habitat loss but being protected in a zoo refuge.

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    I want to improve my teaching for younger students by using Anita Archer's idea of

    Explicit Instruction. This means teaching step by step to make sure kids really
    understand what they're learning. I also want to teach kids about how words are put
    together, like breaking them into smaller parts like prefixes, roots, and suffixes.
    This helps them understand words better and build a bigger vocabulary.

    To start, I'll pick a fun topic or story for the class. I'll read it aloud while
    showing pictures or visuals to the kids. This way, they can both hear and see
    what's happening, making it easier for them to understand the story's theme and
    what's going on in it. The pictures will make a strong impression on their minds,
    helping them grasp the story better.

    After we've all understood the story or topic, I'll pick out some new words and
    write them on the whiteboard. Then, I'll break down these words, showing how
    they're built with prefixes, roots, and suffixes, so the kids can understand what
    each part means.

    Next, I'll encourage them to use these words in various ways. They can say them out
    loud, write sentences with them, or even draw simple pictures to show what the
    words mean in different situations. This hands-on practice will help them remember
    and use these words in their own communication.

    Let me take an example of a short story about the Harpy Eagle, one of the strangest
    animals on Earth.

    The Harpy Eagle is in the danger of extinction due to the destruction of its
    natural habitat. However, we may see this bird now at Belize Zoo, which is located
    about an hour far outside Belize City and serves as refuge for native species.

    Below is the approach I would take:

    1. Introduction and Visuals: To begin, I would introduce the story about the Harpy
    Eagle, possibly by showing pictures or videos of this magnificent bird. This visual
    aid would help the children see what a Harpy Eagle looks like and where it lives.

    2. New Vocabulary: After that, I would choose some new words related to the Harpy
    Eagle. These words include "endangered," "habitat," "refuge," and "native species."
    I'd write these words on the whiteboard.

    3. Morphology Explanation: Next, I would explain the morphology of these words. For
    example, breaking down "endangered" into "end-" (meaning close to) and "-angered"
    (meaning in danger), so the kids understand it means "in danger of becoming
    extinct." Similar breakdowns can be done for the other words.

    4. Contextual Use: Finally, I would encourage the children to use these words to
    discuss the Harpy Eagle's situation. They could describe how the destruction of its
    "habitat" is causing it to become "endangered," but how the Belize Zoo serves as a
    "refuge" for "native species" like the Harpy Eagle. They could do this verbally or
    in writing, creating their sentences and stories.

    By following this approach, children not only learn about the situation of Harpy
    Eagle but also learn and apply new words in meaningful contexts, making their
    vocabulary learning both engaging and practical.

    I will encourage each student to share their thoughts and ideas, ensuring that
    everyone has an opportunity to participate. Additionally, we will engage in group
    activities, where students collaborate in teams to generate additional examples and
    learn from one another. This approach ensures that all students actively
    participate and learn together, ultimately helping them better understand language
    and build their vocabulary effectively.

    To wrap up the lesson, I'll conduct an assessment. This means I will check to see
    how well the students have learned and understood the new words and concepts. It
    could be a short quiz, a group discussion, or even a creative project where they
    have to use the words they've learned. This assessment helps me see their progress
    and come up with future lessons accordingly.

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