Original PromptCreate a student companion handout for an academic vocabulary unit. Include a list of the 37 words from the 'Elevating Academic Writing' presentation (such as Digress, Ambiguous, Paradox, and Obsolete) with space for students to write their own definitions and example sentences. Add a matching activity and a 'fill-in-the-blank' section using these words in academic contexts.
This resource focuses on enhancing students' academic vocabulary by introducing 37 high-level terms categorized into analytical concepts, communication, attitudes, and states of being. Students are guided to define, identify, and apply these terms accurately within various contexts, which ultimately aims to improve the sophistication and precision of their writing. The resource includes activities such as personal definitions, formal matching with definitions, metacognitive calibration, and tasks for academic application using a word bank. Emphasis is placed on self-evaluation and reflective practices to deepen understanding and application of vocabulary in academic settings.