Vocabulary Development for Grades 3-7

Workshop Number: 47

Presenter:
Angela M Upchurch

Description:
Participants will realize the value of teaching vocabulary based on the research-based principles of READING FIRST, a reading initiative from the National Literacy Council and the foundation of the NC READS program.

A variety of instructional activities that encourage vocabulary development will be modeled and shared.


Curricular Areas:
Upper Elementary and Middle Grades

Presenter Details:
A veteran classroom teacher to fifth and eighth grade students, Angela Upchurch is currently working as an Instruction/Learning Coach at two at-risk elementary schools in Gaston County. In this role, she enjoys working with and mentoring beginning teachers, facilitating Professional Learning Communities, developing learning units, and providing ongoing professional development for teachers and staff in the areas of curriculum and instruction. Angela received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Intermediate Education from Lenoir-Rhyne University and a Master of Arts degree Curriculum Specialist (K-12) from Appalachian State University. She also earned National Board Certification in Early Adolescence—Social Studies/History in 2001.