what are some creative activities you use to enhance vocabulary retention?
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I have my students use a set amount of new vocabulary words to create and tell a story. This not only encourages creativity but also allows them to practice using the words in context, enhancing retention:)
Here are som activities that help my students: 1) 5 min words Quiz at the beginning of every lesson. 2) Ask student to name 5 new words, that he/she has learnt at the end of each lesson. 3) Encourage students to write a Vocabulary Journal with new words and examples in the sentences. 4) Retell what was the text about after the reading activity.
I like Role playing and storytelling games.
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I also love playing Tutti Frutti (like American Catergories)
I love mind maps to help with rapid recall.
I use flashcards, images and explanation. I like giving examples. I use examples, which are relevant to my students' daily life.
My students and I read about what interests them, ideally their favorite book. To begin with, you can start with interesting facts about the book or best moments from it, over time, more serious passages.
1.Vocabulary Journals: I encourage students to keep a journal where they write down new words, along with definitions, synonyms, antonyms, and sample sentences. 2. Word of the Day Challenge: My students come with new word each day and I challenge them to use it throughout the day in conversations or written work.
As a tutor for poets and creative writers, I enhance vocabulary retention by incorporating activities that inspire creativity. For instance, I have students craft poems or short stories using newly introduced words, allowing them to connect vocabulary with personal expression. I also use metaphor-building exercises and wordplay games, which are perfect for poets and writers, as they encourage deeper engagement with language. These creative exercises not only make vocabulary memorable but also help students explore the power of words in their writing.
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.Don’t worry about making mistakes. It’s part of the learning process. Remind yourself that it takes time to learn a language. If you learn a word or a structure today, that’s a win. Celebrate small wins. Aim for improvement not perfection. -I always tell my students these things.
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