Chapter 1 Vocabulary in the Classroom: A Theoretical and Practical Perspective *What Does the Research Tell Us About Vocabulary? *What Does It Mean to Know a Word? *What Is Effective Vocabulary Instruction? Chapter 2 Learning Vocabulary from Context *Learning from Context *Encouraging Informal Word Learning *Learning to Problem-Solve with Context *Using Contextual Methods to Present New Vocabulary Chapter 3 Integrating Vocabulary and Reading Strategy Instruction *Developing Strategic Reading *Vocabulary in Strategic Reading Instruction *Classroom Examples Chapter 4 Learning Vocabulary in Literature-Based Reading Instruction *Literature-Based Reading Instruction *Figurative Language Chapter 5 Learning Vocabulary in the Content Areas *Teaching New Meanings for Known Words *Teaching New Words for New Concepts *Teaching New Words for Known Concepts Chapter 6 Using Dictionaries and Other References *The Nature of Definitions and Defining *The Nature of Dictionaries *Understanding How to Use a Dictionary *Using Dictionaries in the Classroom *Knowing Other Resources for Word Learning Chapter 7 Assessing Vocabulary Knowledge *Assessment for Instruction *Standardized Measures of Vocabulary *Diagnosis for Special Needs Chapter 8 Vocabulary Instruction for Diversity: English Language Learners and Struggling Readers *Making Connections Through Topic Relatedness *Making Connections Through Word Relatedness *Making Connections with Imagery *Making Connections: English-Language Learners Chapter 9 Vocabulary and Spelling Instruction Using Structural Anaysis *Morphological Connections *Spelling and Morphemic Analysis *Etymology Chapter 10 Wordplay in the Classroom *Why Do WordPlay in the Classroom? *Using Books About Words *Using Riddles, Jokes, and Puns *Using Word Games *Using Art for WordPlay *Using Drama *Using Puzzles *Using Computers Appendices A School Dictionaries B Books for Expanding Vocabulary and Wordplay C Computer Programs with a Vocabulary Focus (Including Publishers' Recommended Levels) D Vocabulary/Word Games References Name Index Subject Index
