Collaborative strategic reading (CSR) is a research-based, whole-group comprehension strategy that has been linked to improvements in comprehension of expository texts, such as those in social studies classes.

Teaching vocabulary using Semantic Feature Analysis can help students learn science concepts.

Teaching a word through explicit vocabulary instruction involves multiple steps to ensure deeper student understanding of essential words and increased reading comprehension.

Explicit vocabulary instruction should involve thoughtful selection of which words will be taught to ensure word learning is targeted and effective.