Vocabulary Assessment and Techniques

The video tutorial outlines a structured vocabulary program designed to enhance students' vocabulary skills. It involves using vocabulary cards, focusing on a word each day, engaging the learning community, and conducting assessments. The program aims to create an authentic learning experience, improve vocabulary retention, and prepare students for high school placement tests.

What was the main goal of the vocabulary program introduced in the video?

• To prepare students for math tests

• To improve students' spelling skills

• To enhance students' vocabulary knowledge

• To teach students grammar rules

What is placed on the front of a vocabulary card?

• A sentence using the word

• The definition

• The part of speech

• The word itself

Which of the following is NOT a section on the back of a vocabulary card?

• Personal association

• Antonyms

• Part of speech

• Etymology

How many new words are introduced to students each Monday?

• Ten

• Seven

• Five

• Three

Why does the teacher provide the definition and part of speech for each word?

• To ensure students learn the specific definition

• To save time

• To avoid using dictionaries

• To make the task easier

What is the purpose of the 'personal association' section on the vocabulary card?

• To write a synonym

• To create a mnemonic

• To list antonyms

• To draw a picture

What is the focus of the vocabulary program on each day of the week?

• A different teacher

• A different student

• A different word

• A different subject

How does the teacher use the word of the day in class?

• By using it frequently in sentences

• By asking students to spell it

• By drawing it

• By writing it on the board

What incentive is given to students for using vocabulary words in other classes?

• A free lunch

• Extra credit points

• Extra recess time

• A homework pass

How often are vocabulary assessments given?

• Every week

• Once a month

• Every other week

• Twice a month