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Effective Language Learning Methods and Assessment

This activity aims to assess language vocabulary knowledge using the VKS scale and gather feedback on various language learning methods. Participants will evaluate their familiarity with words and provide their thoughts on the effectiveness of the activity.

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Effective Language Learning Methods and Assessment

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  1. What methods? • EuroTalk (ICT-based method for adults) • Michel Thomas • Earworms • LinkWord • Cognates • Interaction

  2. Evidence Activity 1Look at the following list of words and give each one a number rating 1-4 based on how well you know the word. Look at the VKS (Vocabulary Knowledge Scale) below: 1. I don’t remember having seen this word before.2. I have seen this word before but I don’t know what it means.3. I have seen this word before and I think it means….4. I know this word: it means…….(ref: Wesche M & Paribakht T.S. (1996) “Assessing second language vocabulary knowledge: depth versus breadth”, The Canadian Modern Language Review 53, 1:28)

  3. Name: _____________________________

  4. Name: _____________________________

  5. Review • Do you know more now than at the start of this learning activity? • Did you make more/less/your expected level of progress? • What did/didn’t you think was effective? • What did you like/dislike about it? • Did it increase/reduce your motivation to learn? • Did it help you extend your concentration span?

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