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