My biggest takeaway was that when students are learning the language of Algebra they can benefit from the same strategies that teachers employ to teach students a new language. For example:
(1) The student must use prior knowledge and experiences to understand meanings in Algebra.
(2) Strategies such as concept mapping, drawing, memorizing, comparing, contrasting, and reviewing are useful to help Algebra students acquire basic and grade-level vocabulary.
(1) The student must use prior knowledge and experiences to understand meanings in Algebra.
(2) Strategies such as concept mapping, drawing, memorizing, comparing, contrasting, and reviewing are useful to help Algebra students acquire basic and grade-level vocabulary.