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Here are some helpful tips to encourage students to “speak mathematically” to ensure clear communication and comprehension.  \nAUDIENCE  \nAll educators in grades K-12.  \nWHY IS IT IMPORTANT TO USE PROPER MATH VOCABULARY?  \nThe language of mathematics presents challenges to both fluent English speakers as well as English Language learners because words used in math have unique meanings that sometimes differ from everyday meaning. Correct math vocabulary strongly correlates to comprehension; students expand their ability to reason abstractly and move beyond operations to problem solving.  \nSUGGESTED APPROACHES TO TEACHING MATH VOCABULARY  \nHighlight the importance of math vocabulary:  \n􀁸 Introduce vocabulary words to students through active engagement in math, and encourage students to find ways to describe the topic they are working on in their own words  \n􀁸 Give examples of words that can be confusing, e.g. , product can mean either multiplication or an item in a store.  \n􀁸 Start lessons with the mathematical terms that will be used.  \n􀁸 Encourage students to “speak mathematically” to ensure clear communication  \nMath terms may be confusing to students:  \n􀁸 Certain math terms are also commonly used in non-mathematical ways such as: product, table, origin, side, corner, face, volume, mean, prime, pound, yard, and leg.  \n􀁸 Some words have precise mathematical meanings , such as: average, integer, outlier, obtuse, and algorithm.  \n􀁸 Word combinations have a specific meaning in math: value by itself has one meaning, whereas absolute value has a far different meaning.  \n􀁸 Some words have more than one mathematical meaning: square, round, degree, and second.  \n􀁸 Symbols for words may also confuse students. For example, the use of the symbol\"–\" can mean subtract, minus, less, few, negative, different direction. Model and take care to speak and use the correct meaning for the symbol so as to avoid student confusion (e.g. , saying “minus 2”when really meaning “negative 2” can lead to misunderstandings and mistakes) .  \nSome Strategies for Learning Math Vocabulary:  \n􀁸 Graphic Organizers, such as the The Frayer Model (Frayer, Frederick, and Klausmeier, 1969) offer ways for students to define a math term, identify examples, list non-examples, essential and nonessential characteristics. For example, students could list prime numbers, and then work in groups to discuss, and then put on the organizer, all the essential and nonessential characteristics as follows:  \n􀁸 Visual organizers can help students to understand the meaning of a term, such as drawing a picture of a machine having an input and an output to describe the terms input, output, and function.  \nFactoring a Polynomial  \n􀁸 Math Journals---have students keep track of math words, visual examples, and symbols for reference in their own journals. Periodically review the contents of the  \njournals for accuracy and use.  \nRELATED RESOURCES  \nRAFT hands-on activities that can support the use of accurate mathematics vocabulary:  \nThe Grapes of Math –  [http://www.raft.net/ideas/Grapes of Math.pdf](http://www.raft.net/ideas/Grapes of Math.pdf)  \nMeet My Function Machine –  [http://www.raft.net/ideas/Meet My Function Machine.pdf](http://www.raft.net/ideas/Meet My Function Machine.pdf)  \nAlgebra Rummy–  [http://www.raft.net/ideas/Algebra Rummy.pdf](http://www.raft.net/ideas/Algebra Rummy.pdf)  \nWho is The Outlier?–  [http://www.raft.net/ideas/Who](http://www.raft.net/ideas/Who) is The Outlier. pdf  \nAdditional examples of strategies for organizing math vocabulary:  \n􀁸  [http://dox.aea1.k12.ia.us/math/mathvocab.html](http://dox.aea1.k12.ia.us/math/mathvocab.html)  \n􀁸  [http://www.teacher-support-force.com/math-teaching-strategies.html](http://www.teacher-support-force.com/math-teaching-strat","cbCainusrqzg6Yvj","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCainusrqzg6Yvj","pdf",400044,"English","# Summary\n# Audience\n# Why Accurate Math Vocabulary Matters\n# Suggested Approaches to Teaching Math Vocabulary\n## Highlight the Importance of Math Vocabulary\n## Examples of Confusing Math Terms and Symbols\n## Strategies for Learning Math Vocabulary\n# Related Resources","[{\"question\":\"How can educators help students learn math vocabulary effectively?\",\"answer\":\"The document recommends graphic organizers such as the Frayer Model, visual organizers for inputs/outputs and functions, and math journals to track words, symbols, and visual examples for accuracy over time.\"}]","Use Accurate Math Vocabulary - Tips for Teaching K-12 | PDF",1790884029]