Language Learning for JC/LC students
Memory Masterclass (3 hours)
Part 1
Part 2
What do you do now?
Mnemonics
What words should I learn?
✏ Create mnemonics for 20 words
What is spaced-repition and why should you use flashcards?
The set-up
Choose 'x' words per week & spend 'y' hour(s) at the weekend adding this words to your flashcards & creating mnemonics
Context
Create phrases or sentences to help you learn the words in context
This way you'll be able to reproduce the words more easily in 'output' exercises like your oral exam or writing tasks.
Re-test 20 words we worked on at the end of part 1
Making Mistakes
Why you shouldn't be afraid to make mistakes
15-minute break
Speaking Masterclass - Practicing for your Oral Exam
Listening Masterclass
The importance of making mistakes
How to get more speaking practice
What to talk about?
How to prepare ?
How often do you need to speak?
How often do you speak now and who do you speak with?
How much time do you have to invest in the language?
How much speaking practice you get in your classes?
What do say when you don't understand.
Active vs. Passive listening
What materials to use?
Short videos/audio vs. longer materials
Using TV shows/movies effectively
My 5-step Listening Method
Listen for general comprehension
Listen for specific words
Read & look-up any new words
Read & Listen - pay special attention to words you knew but couldn't recognise when you heard them
Listen without reading
More extensive memory course
Using memory palaces (2-3 hours)
The Goldlist Method for long-term memory
Mindset
The importance of consistency