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Using Word Walls in Secondary Classrooms
Mayo Late Start
November 17
What is a Word Wall?
Find a partner, stare at them so I know you have one.
The person with the longest hair is a one, the shorter hair is a 2.
1s explain to 2’s what a word wall is.
Word Wall
A word wall is a systematically organized collection of words displayed in large letters on a wall in the classroom.
( Cunningham, 1995)
Why Would you do a Word Wall?
2s talk to 1s about why you might do a word wall in your classroom.
Why?
Students need teachers who create an interest in words.
Word walls build vocabulary which is essential for secondary students.
In order to learn a word, students need to see, hear, and use terms in many contexts.
Vocabulary knowledge directly impacts reading comprehension.
How?
Select five –seven words a week or unit that are essential for students to know.
Choose a method for displaying your words. Change or add to the words each time you
enter a new unit or topic.
Secondary Math Word WallMs. Erin Rahman
Secondary Science Word Wall
Secondary Social Studies Word Wall- Mr. Scott Lyke
Secondary Music Word WallMs. Carrie Kouba
“Do” the Word Wall
Mind ReaderHot Seat!Koosh Ball ReviewWord Jar
Quick Quiz
What is a word wall? How many words should you introduce each
week? Why is this a best practice?
Your turn
Talk to your partner about how you could apply this in your classroom.
Where could you put a word wall? Which words could you include that you are
teaching right now? What do you need to get this done?
Wearable Word Walls
Consider making a wearable word wall.– Science- Steps of the Scientific method– Music-Music vocabulary– Reading/English-things that good readers do