This support module may be used with BAU-ENG 4.1 and IAU-ENG 1.1, Using the Dictionary.

BAU-ENG 4.1 USING THE DICTIONARY

OBJECTIVE

Upon successful completion of this unit, the learner will be able to

1. Use the dictionary as needed.

TEACHING POINTS Level
Using Dictionaries 1 review alphabetical order 3 / 4
2 introduce advanced alphabetical order: e.g. plaid, please, etc. 3 / 4
3 guide words 3 / 4
4 entry words (also called headwords) 3 / 4
5 syllabication 3 / 4
6 use of * in entry word to indicate syllables 3 / 4
7 multiple definitions 3 / 4
8 plural forms 3 / 4
9 irregular verb forms 5 / 6
10 synonyms and antonyms 5 / 6
11 abbreviations for parts of speech 5 / 6
12 brief introduction to "etymology" of entry words 5 / 6
13 use of dictionary to determine the correct spelling 5 / 6

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