11:3 Axiom

When and Where did I Find it: I discovered this word while reading Using Technology to Support Expository Reading and Writing in Science Classes by Montelongo and Herter (2010) for Emily’s Reciprocal Teaching Session. I encountered this word when reading about cognitive processes involved in comprehension.

What it means:  Montelongo and Herter (2010) use the word axiom in the following sentence; “An axiom from cognitive psychology literature asserts that comprehension precedes production" (p. 93). According to dictionary.com, axiom is defined as “a self-evident truth that requires no proof.”

Level of familiarity: I may have come across this word several years ago when I took psychology classes in high school and as an undergrad, but I do not recall its meaning.   



Do not need this proof:  



Do I want to know this word well and why: This word may be interesting to know and use, but I am not sure about its application in the context of education and instruction. I do not foresee myself using this word very often, so it would be more for casual conversation.

Do I think others should know this word well...if so, who and why:  I do not think others need to know this word well. I could see this word being used in higher-level contexts surrounding theory and research, especially in the fields of psychology and sociology. I do not think it is necessary for teachers or students to know this word.  

Montelongo, J. A., & Herter, R. J. (2010). Using technology to support expository reading and writing in science classes. Science Activities, 47, 89-102.

Axiom. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.dictionary.com/axiom