Jessika+Homann+Vocabulary+Simple+Machines

= Marzano's 6 Step Vocabulary Instruction =

Lesson Title and Link:
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Vocabulary Words for Simple Machines

 * Effort
 * Load
 * Inclined Plane
 * Lever
 * Pulley
 * Wheel and Axel
 * Wedge
 * Gears

Step 1:

 * The teacher explains a new word, going beyond reciting its definition
 * Included in Inspiration activity

Step 2
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 * Students restate or explain the new word in their own words.
 * Students should fill in the student definition bubbles with a definition in their own words.

Step 3
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 * Students create a nonlinguistic representation of the word.
 * Students should find pictures to represent each word in Inspiration.

Step 4

 * Students engage in activities to deepen their knowledge of the new word.
 * Students will participate in the Geared Up program which will give them hands on experiences building and using each simple machine.

Step 5

 * Students discuss the new word. Students should talk about a specific situation in which they have used a simple machine in their lives.
 * Then they should add real world examples to the inspiration file.

Step 6

 * Students play games to review new vocabulary.
 * Students should play the vocabulary games created to support this unit.. [|Click here] to view.