(Introduction)
The first aim of this article is to discuss how teachers can encourage students to _________ vocabulary (lexis) they have been taught in class in a systematic and effective manner.
(Introduction)
The second main aim of this paper is to discuss how to help students transfer their vocabulary records into their ___________ memories so that they can use these words.
(Theory of Vocabulary Memorisation)
If material is __________, it is easier to remember than arbitrary lists of vocabulary items. (Hint: use passive voice.)
(Theory of Vocabulary Memorisation)
Vocabulary will be remembered better if it is processed __________. This means that learners need to use their own knowledge when they work out the meaning of new words, or the meaning(s) should be personalised. (Hint: use adverb)
(Theory of Vocabulary Memorisation)
Learners need to __________ new vocabulary into language they already know. (Hint: same meaning as 'assimilate'.)
(Theory of Vocabulary Memorisation)
Recording new vocabulary items with their first language equivalents may foster quick learning but may not be remembered by learners because the word knowledge may be too ___________. (Hint: not deep.)
(Theory of Vocabulary Memorisation)
For learners to use a word properly, knowing more than just the __________ is necessary.
(Theory of Vocabulary Memorisation)
It is important that learners know about possible difficulties or inconsistencies of some vocabulary items and that these are _________ to their records as their knowledge grows. (Hint: Use passive voice.)
(Theory of Vocabulary Memorisation)
Researchers do not agree how often a learner needs to encounter a word before using it ___________. Research reveals that leaners need to 'meet' a new item between 5 and 16 times.
(Theory of Vocabulary Memorisation)
To learn new vocabulary deeply, it is important and desirable to __________ new lexis (vocabulary).
(Theory of Vocabulary Memorisation)
'Retrieval practice effect' means that ___________ a new word results in an enhanced ability to remember it in the future. (Hint: use a gerund.)
(Theory of Vocabulary Memorisation)
Research indicates that the human brain organises and __________ groups of words according to meaning (semantics).
(Theory of Vocabulary Memorisation)
The best method for learning vocabulary depends on the __________ learning style of each learner, as each learner has a different style.
(Theory of Vocabulary Memorisation)
A learner's first language may influence the _________ at which learners learn new vocabulary.
(Theory of Vocabulary Memorisation)
Some words may not be as __________ to learn as others; some are more challenging to learn.
(Theory of Vocabulary Memorisation)
If words __________, they may be easier to learn. Providing translations, near synonyms, opposites as well as the first few letters of the word may also act as 'aids to recall'.