|
WHY WORDMASTER?
What is the goal of
the WordMaster program?
The goal is to help HAL
students to build and use a powerful vocabulary.
Why do
we do this program?
-
Reading comprehension
is increased as vocabulary grows.
-
Written expression is
improved as vocabulary increases.
-
The vocabulary
capacity of HAL students is beyond the grade level words studied in typical
literacy programs.
-
For all students,
vocabulary is best developed when words are presented orally, and the meanings
are explored in depth with the teacher (or other adult)
What about the tests?
-
The tests are given to increase
interest and help students set goals.
-
The top ten scores at each grade
level comprise our team score for that grade and our students have always
exceeded the mean of all teams taking the tests.
-
Students who get at least 14 items
correct can be very content with their scores. The test is difficult because
not only are the words advanced, but the students must place the words into
analogies that require a high level of analytical thinking.
Word Lists for 2009-2010
|