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What are the five different *vocabularies a person has? (competency 10, Domain 4) - ANSWERSListening, speaking, writing, sight(reading), and meaning (reading). What are the three causes of poor reading comprehension other than lack of fluency? (competency 10, Domain 4) - ANSWERS1. Lack of (meaning) vocabulary. 2. Lack of academic language. 3. Lack of Background knowledge. Name three criteria to consider when deciding which vocabulary words to teach? (competency 10, Domain 4) - ANSWERS1. Frequency 2. Utility 3. Level of knowledge (unknown vs. acquainted. How do Tier 2 words differ from Tier 3 words? (competency 10, Domain 4) - ANSWERSBoth are academic language words. Tier 2 words are nontechnical academic language (e.g. summarize, classify, etc.) that are found across domains. Tier 3 are technical and domain specific (e.g. protozoa in science). How to approach vocabulary instruction: (competency 11, Domain 4) - ANSWERS1. Direct instruction of target or key words. 2. Teach students word-learning strategies: a) context clues b) Morphemic/structural analysis c) apposition d) cognates e)dictionary skills 3. Develop word consciousness 4. Encourage wide reading. Research shows that vocabulary instruction should be: (competency 11, Domain 4) - ANSWERS