During this Knowledge Block, we explore the relationships between vocabulary development, oral language, reading comprehension, and written expression. Participants will learn about the features of evidence-based vocabulary instruction, including which words to prioritize for instruction. Participants will also learn classroom strategies for growing vocabulary, including an explicit instructional routine for introducing new words.

• K-12 educators and administrators

• The relationship between vocabulary acquisition and oral language development
• How words are learned and stored in the brain
• A research-validated framework for categorizing words and prioritizing words for instruction
• A sample instructional routine for explicit vocabulary instruction
• Learning tasks to supplement vocabulary instruction 

• Note-taking handout for participants during the session
• Article: Explicit Vocabulary Instruction to Build Equitable Access for All Learners by NCIL (National Center on Improving Literacy)
• Florida Center for Reading Research PDF templates 
• PDF of all slides in handout form

• Certificate of Completion