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Vocabulary: Developing Progression Across the Wider Curriculum

Vocabulary: Developing Progression Across the Wider Curriculum

Alex Neophitou

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We are currently not running this course but you can book one of our consultants to run this (in your setting, at your choice of venue or online). Please get in touch with our consultancy department for more details consultancy@focus-education.co.uk 

Most educators will agree that reading is one of, if not the most important thing to learn for children to develop their knowledge and understanding across all areas of the curriculum. A big part of that is developing a solid understanding of vocabulary.

Across the wider curriculum, we need to ensure that children develop an understanding of both substantive (topic specific) and disciplinary (subject specific) vocabulary. It is our job to expose them to this vocabulary progressively and present opportunities for them to develop an understanding of it and use it successfully in context.

During the session, we will consider:

  • The different tiers of vocabulary development

  • The importance of starting vocabulary development in EYFS

  • The difference between substantive (topic specific) and disciplinary (subject specific) vocabulary

  • Developing vocabulary progression within the wider curriculum

  • Innovative ways to approach vocabulary teaching

 Standards for Teachers’ Professional Development Statement

This course is underpinned by rigorous scholarship and supported by continual development and support. It meets the DfE’s Standards for Teachers’ Professional Development in the following ways:

  • This professional development course has a focus on improving and evaluating pupil outcomes;

  • It is underpinned by robust evidence and expertise, and is clear on intended outcomes and objectives;

  • There is an expectation of collaboration and there will be expert challenge;

  • The course is part of a CPD programme designed to equip staff with the knowledge and skills required to effectively implement within their school, and sustain improvements over time.


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