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Building Background Knowledge for Academic Achievement: Research on What Works in Schools (Professional Development),New
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In Building Background Knowledge for Academic Achievement, Robert J. Marzano shows how a carefully structured combination of two approachessustained silent reading and instruction in subjectspecific vocabulary termscan help overcome the deficiencies in background knowledge that hamper the achievement of many children.Readers will learn* The principles that underlie an effective sustained silent reading program* A fivestep process for using sustained silent reading to enhance background knowledge* The defining characteristics of effective vocabulary instruction* A sixstep process for direct instruction in vocabulary in each discipline* The vocabulary terms critical to students' success in every academic subjectVignettes suggest how the recommended reading and vocabulary instruction programs might be implemented in elementary schools, middle and junior high schools, and high schools. The book also includes a list of 7,923 vocabulary terms culled from the national standards documents and other publications, organized into 11 subject areas and 4 gradelevel categories.With its researchbased recommendations and stepbystep approach, Building Background Knowledge equips educators with the tools they need to help close the achievement gap and enable all students to succeed.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Building Background Knowledge for Academic Achievement'? A: The book focuses on enhancing academic achievement by improving background knowledge through sustained silent reading and effective vocabulary instruction.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Robert J. Marzano, an expert in educational research and reform.
- Q: What approaches does the book recommend for improving student learning? A: It recommends a combination of sustained silent reading and direct instruction in vocabulary terms specific to each subject.
- Q: How many vocabulary terms are included in the book? A: The book includes a list of 7,923 vocabulary terms organized into 11 subject areas and 4 grade-level categories.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all grade levels? A: Yes, it provides implementation suggestions for elementary schools, middle schools, junior high schools, and high schools.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: The book is available in a paperback binding and consists of 219 pages.
- Q: When was 'Building Background Knowledge for Academic Achievement' published? A: The book was published on August 15, 2004.
- Q: What are the defining characteristics of effective vocabulary instruction mentioned in the book? A: The book outlines principles for effective vocabulary instruction, including a six-step process for direct teaching in each discipline.
- Q: Is there a specific process suggested for implementing sustained silent reading? A: Yes, the book outlines a five-step process to use sustained silent reading to enhance background knowledge.
- Q: What condition is the book in when purchased? A: The book is classified as a 'Used Book in Good Condition'.