Semantic feature analysis uses a grid rather than a map format and is a systematic strategy for exploring and reinforcing vocabulary concepts through use of categorization. This lesson will give students the ability to categorize words and the ability to compare and contrast features on unrelated words. This can be used with grade three and above. This lesson can be used whole group, small group or with pairs.
The components of the semantic feature analysis are:
- Select a category - Select a category to be analyzed.
- Add the category types - Encourage students to discuss what they know about the concept being analyzed.
- Add features - Decide what features, or characteristics are to be explored.
- Show feature possession - Model how the grid can be used to show features of each type of boat.
- Expand the grid - Have the students expand the grid by adding more types and features.
- Discuss and explore the grid - Exploring the feature grid is most effective when the students make observations, point out connections and note similarities and differences. I use the following sheet in my classroom to promote my students to use and listen for vocabulary words in a multiple of settings. https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Vocabulary-2370160
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