Students are taught this strategy using the mnemonic MAPS.
Map the word parts
Attack the meaning of each part
Predict the word's meaning
See if you are right!
The instructor models each step and explains it then has the student's practice until they achieve proficiency with the strategy. Lists of prefixes, suffixes and roots along with their definitions are provided for students as a quick reference and to aid in learning.
Map the word parts
Attack the meaning of each part
Predict the word's meaning
See if you are right!
The instructor models each step and explains it then has the student's practice until they achieve proficiency with the strategy. Lists of prefixes, suffixes and roots along with their definitions are provided for students as a quick reference and to aid in learning.