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Continued on Graphic Organizers! |
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As previosly mentioned, students are required to learn many concepts in content areas that are introduced in informational texts. One of these content areas is mathematics which is recognized as being " complex because of the mixture of words, numerals, letters, symbols, and graphics that require the reader to shift from one type of vocabulary to another."(Braselton, Decker, pg.276) Graphic organizers have proven to be a beneficial tool in teaching mathematics, especially in solving word problems. This article explains five steps that enhance students' comprehension skills in solving word problems. Graphic organizers break down this wordy information into comprehensible visual material. |
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As Monroe mentions, " Their use is usually explained in terms of schema theory, which asserts that the human brain naturally organizes information into categories determined by past experience." (pg. 538) This explains the foundation that fosters the use of graphic organizers. Graphic organizers have proven to be a beneficial teaching tool in enhancing comprehension skills. After viewing this information, one could see that using graphic organizers will have a significant impact in educating our students. |
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Bibliography |
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Braselton, S & Decker, B.C. (1994). Using graphic organizers to
improve the reading of mathematics. The Reading Teacher,
Vol. 48, 276-281.
Brunn, M. (March 2002). Teaching Ideas. The Reading Teacher,
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Hoffman, J. (?). Student-created graphic organizers bring complex
material to life. The Quick Fix, Vol. 51, 105.
Lehman, H.G. (Sept/Oct 1992). Graphic organizers benefit slow
learners. Clearing House, Vol. 66, 53-56.
Monroe, E. ( 1998). Using graphic organizers to teach vocabulary:
Does available research inform mathematics instruction?.
Education, Vol. 118, 538-542. |
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