1. Vocabulary
1.1. 3 Tiers
1.1.1. Tier 1
1.1.1.1. Basic Words
1.1.2. Tier 2
1.1.2.1. Abstract Words
1.1.3. Tier 3
1.1.3.1. Highly specialized Words
1.2. Graphic Organizer
1.2.1. Frayer Model
1.2.1.1. Definition
1.2.1.2. Characteristics
1.2.1.3. Examples
1.2.1.4. Non-Examples
1.2.2. Venn diagrams
1.2.3. Tree diagrams
1.2.4. Vocab Chart
1.2.5. Crossword puzzles
1.2.6. Word-sorts
1.3. Flashcards
1.4. Synonyms & Antonyms
1.5. Prefixes & Suffixes
1.6. ESL
1.6.1. SIOP Strategies
1.6.2. scaffolding
1.6.3. technology
1.6.4. pre-teach
1.6.5. Morphemes
1.6.6. Word games
2. Close Reading
2.1. Highlight Key Vocabulary
2.2. Underline & Circle important information/ideas/evidence
2.3. Maginal Note-taking
2.4. Motivation: give students purpose of reading
2.4.1. Specific Direction for the reading
2.5. Catching their attention --> make them want to read
2.5.1. anticipation guide
2.6. Connecting to their personal experiences
2.7. Text-based Questions
2.7.1. reference & cite back to the text
2.7.1.1. finding textual evidences
2.7.2. Analytical questions/discussion
2.8. Conversation
2.8.1. discussion with peers
2.9. Using images & artwork
2.9.1. for ELLs
3. Journals
3.1. Great writing practice
3.1.1. warm-ups
3.1.1.1. quick write-up
3.1.1.2. informal writing
3.1.1.2.1. unsent letters
3.1.1.2.2. learning logs
3.1.1.2.3. note-taking
3.1.2. exit-slips
3.1.3. organizing thoughts
3.1.4. prep for essay writing
3.2. Self-assessment
3.2.1. reflective writing
3.2.2. understanding of themselves
3.3. On specific topic/theme/lesson
3.3.1. critical thinking skills
3.3.2. purposeful wriiting
3.3.3. check for understanding
3.4. Touching prior knowledge
3.4.1. structured questions
3.5. Congruence with reading
3.6. Sharing their thoughts
3.6.1. class discussion
3.6.2. collaborative learning
3.7. Lower affective filters
3.7.1. for ELLs
4. Technology
4.1. Assessment Software
4.1.1. GradeCam
4.1.1.1. Easy+Fast Grading
4.1.1.2. Data collection
4.1.1.2.1. Feedforward
4.1.1.2.2. Feedback
4.1.2. Online Quizzes
4.1.3. Google Docs
4.1.4. Duration
4.2. Microsoft Words/Powerpoint
4.3. Interactive Learning
4.3.1. Weebly
4.3.1.1. making personal website
4.3.2. Mindmeister
4.3.2.1. mindmapping/brainstorming
4.3.3. Mindomo
4.3.4. Online learning centers
4.4. Essay Map
4.4.1. formulating outline
4.5. Audio books / ebooks / videos
4.5.1. for ELLs