3 Memory Techniques for Oxford's LLS Categorization
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Direct and indirect language learning strategies are presented in a table with examples. Cognitive strategies include reasoning, analyzing and note-taking while metacognitive strategies involve planning tasks and evaluating strategies. Compensation strategies help with guessing meanings from context. Affective strategies support managing emotions. Memory strategies range from acronyms and imagery to body movements. Social strategies encompass interacting with others for help. Electronic mind mapping tools and manual notebooks are suggested for organizing information. Spaced practice of reviewing notes in increasing intervals over a month is advised for long-term retention.
3 Memory Techniques for Oxford's LLS Categorization
- 2. DIRECT STRATEGIES INDIRECT STRATEGIES COGNITIVE Reasoning Analyzing Note-taking Summarizing Synthesizing Outlining Reorganizing info Practicing (natural & formal) METACOGNITIVE Planning for L2 task Gathering & Organizing materials Evaluating any successful strategy COMPENSATION Guessing from context (L & R) Synonyms & talking around (S & W) Gestures & pause words (S) AFFECTIVE Identifying mood & level of anxiety Talking about feelings Rewarding oneself Using deep breathing Positive self-talk MEMORY Acronym Rhyming Mental pictures of words Combination of sounds & images (keyword) Body movement (TPR) Mechanical means (flashcards) Location (page/board) SOCIAL Asking for *clarification *verification *help Talking with native speakers. Exploring cultural & norms.
- 4. MANUAL > In notebook > Use cheerful, interesting & colourful pens ELECTRONIC > MindJet > Frezi > Xmind > Bubbl.us > Coggle > Mindomo > Freemind > MindNode Just pick one you like the best~
- 6. A device such as pattern of letters, ideas or associations that assists in remembering something. A way to boost vocabulary learning and recall Example: DIRECT STRATEGIES C.C.M (as in monthly payment) Cognitive / Compensation / Memory INDIRECT STRATEGIES M.A.S (as in MAS airline) Metacognitive / Affective / Social
- 7. The more times you review your notes by testing yourself, the longer you will remember the information It is important to space out review session (30 min per day is better than 3x in a row for 90 min) the ideal spacing is: 1st review = 5-10 min after learning 2nd review = later the same day 3rd review = one week later 4th review = one month later 5th review = just before exam
- 8. There are so many other memory techniques out there that you apply in your study. Check out the website add below to see more memory techniques that can help you in your quest. https://www.eastcentral.edu/common/assets/im proveyourmemory.pdf Until then, good luck and remember to have fun in your learning~ Adios!!