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Modern Languages Department Vocabulary Learning Why do we learn vocabulary? Learning vocabulary is a very important part of learning a language. The more words you know, the more you will be able to understand what you hear and read; and the better you will be able to say what you want to when speaking or writing. How will we be tested on vocabulary in school? Most Modern Language homeworks at Key Stage 3, and many at GCSE, are of a learning nature and consist of 1 or 2 vocabulary tests per week, usually based on around 10-15 words in the target language, although this may be more at GCSE level. Pupils are expected to revise the spelling of these words in advance of a test in class. What is an acceptable standard for a result in a vocabulary test? Set your standards high, aim for full marks – if an appropriate amount of time has been spent learning new vocabulary so that it is well learnt, then this should be no problem! A result of 50% or less is deemed unacceptable and will count as one “occasion” on the Behaviour Management System for Homework. 50% is a “D” grade at GCSE, which is considered a “fail”. If you have genuinely revised, have scored 50% or less in the test and can show evidence to your teacher of thorough revision, then this will be taken into consideration. What’s the best way to revise vocabulary? Everyone learns differently so each individual will have a specific strategy which best suits their learning style. Here are some of the most popular strategies for learning new vocabulary: Write out words several times, checking each time that they are correct Say and spell the words out loud Get someone at home to test you on your spelling Use the ‘ look, say, cover, write, check’ technique that you may well have practised at primary school ‘Sort’ vocabulary: put words into groups that make sense together (the sorting is part of the learning, and we remember things better when they have connections, eg divide words up into masculine & feminine) Make a spider diagram / word web Use highlighters/different colours to help stimulate different parts of your brain A quiet place to revise!