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Use these techniques as part of teacher modelling, explanation, and pupil practice to support your vocabulary teaching.  \nBespoke Definitions  \nIntroduce words through explanations in everyday connected language, rather than dictionary definitions.  \nPurposeful Variation  \nProvide several contexts in which the word can be used purposefully or for alternative meanings.  \nImmediate Interaction  \nBuild opportunities for pupils to interact with word meanings right away e.g. pair two target words, to support interaction with words in novel contexts: ‘can splendour ever be unpleasant to look at?  \nDeep Processing  \nDevelop activities that require students to process the meanings of words in deep and thoughtful ways e.g. getting pupils to think hard about meanings, by identifying and explaining appropriate word usage.  \nActive Interest  \nProvide examples, situations and questions that are interesting and create discussion.  \nRepetition, Repetition, Repetition  \nProvide many encounters with target words, including through various contexts and retrieval activities.  \nAdapted from Beck, I. L., McKeown, M. G. and Kucan, L. (2013) Bringing Words to Life: Robust Vocabulary Instruction, New York: Guildford.  \nBeck, I. et al. (2018) Deepening knowledge through vocabulary learning, Impact Journal: Developing Effective Learners , (Issue 3, Summer 2018) .","cbCaipYU1qELMMCx","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaipYU1qELMMCx","pdf",543646,"English","# Vocabulary in Action\n## Core Instructional Strategies\n## References","[{\"question\":\"What are the primary benefits of using 'Bespoke Definitions' in the classroom?\",\"answer\":\"Bespoke definitions use everyday connected language rather than formal dictionary entries, which makes new vocabulary more accessible and easier for students to integrate into their existing knowledge base.\"},{\"question\":\"How does 'Purposeful Variation' help students learn new words?\",\"answer\":\"It provides students with multiple contexts in which a word can be used, helping them grasp alternative meanings and the versatility of the vocabulary beyond a single, static definition.\"},{\"question\":\"Why is 'Deep Processing' considered an essential part of vocabulary instruction?\",\"answer\":\"Deep processing requires students to think critically about word meanings and identify appropriate usage, which leads to better retention and a more sophisticated understanding of language compared to rote memorization.\"}]","Vocabulary in Action - Classroom Strategies for Vocabulary and Language - Version 1.0 | PDF",1790852010]