Basic College Vocabulary approaches vocabulary development with a unique and proven systematic strategy called SSCD–See and Say the word, use Structural analysis, apply Context clues, and incorporate Dictionary knowledge.
A systematic vocabulary development strategy–Uses SSCD: See and Say, Structuralanalysis, Context clues, and Dictionaryknowledge to help students acquire new vocabulary. - By providing dictionary definitions of each unfamiliar word, reading is not interrupted and greater comprehension is attained.
Seven Steps to Improving Memory– based on John Langons’s “Seven Steps to a Powerful Memory” from Reading and Study Skills. These tips provide valuable strategies to help improve retention of material. - Gives students additional tools to improve memory and learning.
Memory Tips & Learning Strategies- Each chapter includes a "Memory Tips" and "Learning Strategies" which assist students in learning new vocabulary and can be applied to a variety of learning situations. Comprehensive pedagogy– Each chapter contains “Words to Learn,” “Power Words,” “Chapter Review,” and “Puzzle Fun.” - These activities enhance a student's learning by providing interesting and compelling practice and review.
