NEE 1.1: The teacher demonstrates content knowledge through academic language

This module introduces how teachers use academic and disciplinary language to convey content knowledge and facilitate student learning. Estimated time to complete: 45-60 minutes

This module is related to NEE Indicator 1.1

At the end of this module, participants will be able to:

• Explain the connections between the use of academic language and student learning.

• Utilize academic and disciplinary language to convey understanding of key concepts and themes.

• Convey relationships between key concepts or history of the concepts.

• Draw academic and disciplinary language from students.

• Provide opportunities for students to expand vocabulary.

Review the activities below.

	1. Introducing the Skills of NEE 1.1: For teachers who received a score of 2 or lower; seldom monitors the effect of instruction.
	2. Advancing the Skills of NEE 1.1: For teachers who received a score of 3-5; occasionally monitors the effect of instruction.
	3. Strategies for NEE 1.1: Suggested strategies for developing academic language.

Eight Strategies for Teaching Academic Language

The Frayer Model (PDF)

Blank Frayer Model (Word)