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Duolingo Lecture 2 Vocabulary Building and Word Recognition

The document outlines the importance of vocabulary in language skills and offers strategies for effective vocabulary retention, such as using flashcards and spaced repetition. It emphasizes the use of Duolingo's tools for vocabulary building and suggests daily practice and engagement with peers for continuous improvement. Key takeaways include focusing on high-frequency words, utilizing interactive exercises, and setting daily learning goals.

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Duolingo Lecture 2 Vocabulary Building and Word Recognition

The document outlines the importance of vocabulary in language skills and offers strategies for effective vocabulary retention, such as using flashcards and spaced repetition. It emphasizes the use of Duolingo's tools for vocabulary building and suggests daily practice and engagement with peers for continuous improvement. Key takeaways include focusing on high-frequency words, utilizing interactive exercises, and setting daily learning goals.

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Vocabulary Building and Word

Recognition

Duolingo English Test Preparation - Lecture 2


The Role of Vocabulary

VOCABULARY IS THE A RICH VOCABULARY ENABLES ESSENTIAL FOR EXPANDING VOCABULARY


FOUNDATION OF ALL CLEAR AND EFFECTIVE UNDERSTANDING COMPLEX ALSO ENHANCES CRITICAL
LANGUAGE SKILLS, INCLUDING COMMUNICATION, TEXTS AND ANSWERING TEST THINKING BY EXPOSING
READING, WRITING, SPEAKING, IMPROVING FLUENCY. QUESTIONS WITH LEARNERS TO NEW CONCEPTS
AND LISTENING. CONFIDENCE. AND IDEAS.
Common Vocabulary Words for the
Duolingo Test

• Focus on high-frequency words likely to appear in real-


life contexts and test scenarios:
• - Family and Relationships: 'parent,' 'friend,' 'sibling'
• - Travel and Directions: 'map,' 'destination,' 'journey'
• - Education and Work: 'project,' 'assignment,' 'colleague'
• - Academic words like 'analyze,' 'benefit,' 'create,' and
'discuss' are frequently tested.
• - Everyday words like grocery, neighbors, chores, etc.
• Understanding word usage in sentences is key to
answering vocabulary-related questions.
Vocabulary Excercise
Vocabulary Excercise
Tips for Effective Vocabulary Retention

• Strategies for remembering new words:


• - Flashcards: Write the word, its meaning, and an example
sentence; review regularly.
• - Spaced Repetition: Use apps or schedules to revisit words
for long-term retention.
• - Writing Practice: Create sentences using newly learned
words to reinforce understanding.
• - Grouping: Categorize words by themes, synonyms, or
antonyms to aid memory.
• - Visualization: Associate words with images, stories, or
scenarios.
Making Effective Flashcards

CREATING USEFUL - FRONT: WRITE THE WORD - BACK: INCLUDE THE - ADD VISUALS OR
FLASHCARDS: AND ITS PART OF SPEECH. DEFINITION, A SYNONYM, SYMBOLS THAT REPRESENT
AN ANTONYM, AND AN THE WORD’S MEANING.
EXAMPLE SENTENCE.

- USE INTERACTIVE TOOLS


LIKE QUIZLET TO CREATE
AND SHARE FLASHCARDS
WITH PEERS.
Flashcard Example
Leveraging Duolingo’s Tools

• Using Duolingo to enhance vocabulary:


• - Interactive Quizzes: Test knowledge with matching or
sentence completion.
• - Word Bank: Use 'Practice' to identify weak areas and
improve.
• - Gamification: Earn rewards for completing vocabulary
challenges.
• - Audio Features: Listen to word pronunciations to enhance
recognition and speaking skills.
Building a Routine

TIPS FOR CONSISTENT - DEDICATE 15-20 MINUTES - INTEGRATE LEARNING - TRACK PROGRESS USING
PRACTICE: DAILY TO VOCABULARY INTO HABITS, LIKE CALENDARS OR APPS.
REVIEW. READING NEWS IN
ENGLISH.

- ENGAGE WITH A STUDY


PARTNER OR JOIN ONLINE
FORUMS FOR SHARED
LEARNING.
Example Fill-in-the-Blank Exercise:

Sentence: 'The scientist conducted


an _______ to test the hypothesis.'

Interactive Options: experiment, result,


Practice evidence

Additional Task: Match the word to


its definition or synonym.

This format improves test readiness


and contextual understanding.
Expanding Vocabulary with Synonyms and Antonyms

Practice Matching
Word: 'happy' Synonym: 'joyful'
Exercise:

- Develops nuanced
Antonym: 'sad' Benefits: understanding of
meanings.

- Enhances ability to
choose the right word
based on context.
Key Takeaways

- LEARN HIGH-FREQUENCY - USE TOOLS LIKE - BUILD CONSISTENT HABITS - ENGAGE WITH PEERS AND
AND CONTEXTUALLY FLASHCARDS AND TO RETAIN AND EXPAND TEST YOURSELF FOR
IMPORTANT WORDS. DUOLINGO EXERCISES. VOCABULARY. CONTINUOUS
IMPROVEMENT.
Start Building Your Vocabulary Today

- Set daily goals


Call to Action: (e.g., learn 5 new
words).

- Use Duolingo, - Share your journey


flashcards, and with friends for
other tools. encouragement.

- Remember: Small
steps lead to big
success!

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