Using Multimedia to Improve Vocabulary Instruction for Middle School Science Teachers

• In Event: Special Education Research: Multimedia Interventions

Abstract

This paper will present results from a pilot study on vocabulary instruction in inclusive middle school science classes. It describes the current state of vocabulary instruction and presents the impact of a multimedia professional development package designed to improve vocabulary instruction for students with disabilities.

Authors

• Wendy J. Rodgers, University of Virginia

• Michael J. Kennedy, University of Virginia

• John Romig, University of Virginia

• Kat Alves, University of Virginia