1. Semantic FeatureAnalysis Laura Varela Fuentealba

2. What is it? The semantic feature analysis strategy uses a grid to help kidsexplore how sets of things are related to one another. By completing and analyzing the grid, students are able to: See connections, Make predictions and Master important concepts. This strategy enhances comprehension and vocabulary skills. 3. How to use semantic feature analysis 4. 1st step Select a category or topic for the semantic feature analysis. Example: Games, animals, fractions, types of music, etc. 5. 2nd step Provide students with key vocabulary words and importantfeatures related to the topic. Example: Individual, team, indoors, etc. 6. 3rd step Vocabulary words should be listed down the left hand columnand the features of the topic across the top row of the chart. Example: the example is in the last slide 7. 4th step Have students place a "+" sign in the matrix when avocabulary word aligns with a particular feature of the topic. Ifthe word does not align students may put a "" in the grid. Ifstudents are unable to determine a relationship they mayleave it blank. Example: the example is in the last slide 8. Features Kids game IndividualOutdoors Indoors GamesGamesBoardTeam Card GamesFootballBeisballHide andseekscrabbleVideogamescheckersOld maid 9. Other examples 10. Activities Come up with examples of modifications for this strategy. Create a unit plan or topic using this strategy. 11. References http://fcit.usf.edu/fcat8r/home/references/additional-reading-strategies/semantic-feature-analysis.html http://www.cehd.umn.edu/DHH-resources/Reading/semanticFeatures.html http://www.readingrockets.org/strategies/semantic_feature_analysis/