Core Vocabulary Instructional Approach to Support Language and Literacy Learning for Students Using AAC
In this session, participants identified the significance of explicit core vocabulary instruction, exploring a 5-step methodology. Participants identified key instructional components and strategies for selecting core word phrases. Participants were provided a workbook and action plans to assist them in their core vocabulary instruction journey.
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Marlene Cummings, M.A., CCC-SLP is an Augmentative/Alternative Communication Consultant. She specializes in designing innovative implementation systems utilizing cutting edge professional learning frameworks and dynamic service delivery models to build capacity and sustainability among teams and organizations. Marlene's past classroom experience drives her exploration and use of universal AAC supports and strategically chosen implementation strategies. Additionally, she shares her 35+ years of expertise through state, national and international conference presentations, teaching, blog posts and other collegial collaborations. Marlene Cummings, M.A., CCC-SLP is an Augmentative/Alternative Communication Consultant. As a consultant, she receives consulting fees for lecturing at Wayne State University and a salary from Oakland Schools in Michigan.
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Reading Specialists
Special Educators
AAC Teams
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Identify key factors that highlight the importance of explicit vocabulary instruction Learners will identify five instructional components to core vocabulary instruction Learners will identify strategies for a choosing core word phrases.
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Overview
5 minutes - 2
Discussion of the 5 components of the strategy
20 minutes - 3
Creating a lesson
20 minutes - 4
Summary, Action Plan & questions
15 minutes
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