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While reading is the preferred way to boost your vocabulary, direct learning using word lists is an efficient and proven way to quickly learn the exact words you need. Students learning Business English especially can benefit from acquiring new words from targeted lists of specialized vocabulary.
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by: Professor H. E. Colby
Learning Vocabulary by Word Lists
AGENDA
•To Know a Word •Exposure to Words •Word Lists •Improve Your Business Vocabulary!
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To Know A Word – 4 Possibilities
•You do not know the word. •You may have seen the word before. •You have partial knowledge of the word. •You have full knowledge of the word.
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Exposure to Word – The Key
•You need to encounter a word at least seven times to understand and use it. •How can you guarantee a high-rate of exposure for key •business vocabulary?
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Word Lists
•Use Word Lists to increase the probability of understanding of •Words. •What are the advantages of vocabulary words lists?
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Word List Advantages
•Manageable Number – Usually 7 to 10 words per list •Words grouped in themes – easier to relate terms to a central topic •Definition, Part of Speech, Sample Sentence, Exercises included •Enhanced understanding and exposure by self-study businessenglishace.com
•Explicit Vocabulary Learning - direct approach to increasing your lexicon. •Efficient – study the words you need to learn quickly and understand them in less time. •Organized Plan – key words already arranged for concentrated learning.
Explicit Vocabulary Learning - Word Lists
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Improve Your Business Vocabulary Today!
•Learn targeted business words.
•Organized by 15 topics, 10 words
each with definitions, sample
sentences.
•Includes exercises to test your
learning.
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