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Vocabulary is an essential component to content area classes, especially in science. Students need to know not only what new words mean, but also how to apply the new information in novel situations. Studies have shown use of the Frayer model aids students in understanding multidimensional aspects of word knowledge. By making connections among the different aspects of words, students build up their content vocabulary knowledge, which in turn, increases their understanding of difficult content area concepts.

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