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Listen to the following words and expressions and then repeat each of them after the recording.
Think about the following questions and try to answer them before reading.
1．How many years have you been studying English? How do you feel about using the English language?
2．What do you think are the main obstacles in learning English?
3．How can you overcome the obstacles while learning English?
Learning how to communicate effectively in English requires a lot of education and study.Below we’ll introduce you to several strategies and skills to use both inside and outside the classroom to help you improve (and enjoy) your study of the English language.
If you want to improve your ability to read, then you must practice reading.Spend at least 20 minutes a day reading books, newspapers, online blogs , poems, etc.The greater the variety of reading you do, the better.Regular practice will not only improve your ability to read, but it will also improve your ability to write in English.In fact, there is no other activity that will improve your ability to read and write in English faster than reading a little each day.By doing that, you’ll be surprised to find how quickly your vocabulary will expand, your reading fluency and comprehension will improve, and how much better you will be able to write.
Studying English can be boring and tedious , especially for those who already can speak English.How many students do you hear talking about how much they enjoy their English class? Most middle and high school age students find English to be one of their least favorite academic subjects .Students should set clear study time when they are studying English.The key to comprehending the material is to be consistent when you study.Studying a little each day is far better than trying to study a lot at once.For example, don’t try to read an entire novel overnight or learn all the English grammar rules in a week. Take it slow and easy .Read a little each day and you will learn more and more as time passes.Doing too much language work at once leads to burnout.
A study produced by the University of California Los Angeles suggested that for 9 out of 10 students, spacing out learning is far more effective than cramming.Cramming rarely produces success and when it does, it’s short lived .At best it leads to shortterm memory gains but rarely leads to meaningful learning and understanding.In most cases, the disadvantages of cramming outweigh the advantages.Cramming is especially problematic when it causes a student to sacrifice sleep.Students who sacrifice sleep in order to study are more likely to perform worse academically than those who do not.
If you want to improve your writing in English, then ask for help from your teacher or get an English tutor .English, especially written English, is one of those subjects that is difficult to“ figure out ”on your own.Learning how to write correctly is a lot easier,and more productive , when you’re able to learn from those who’ve mastered this skill.
Note taking is an important strategy for success in any academic subject, but it is particularly important when learning to read and write English.Note taking is essential to the study of English for several reasons.First, note taking forces you to write things down.As you write down important concepts , rules and ideas, they move from your short-term to your long-term memory .Second, good note taking requires listening attentively which forces you to pay close attention to what you are learning and what’s meaningful.Finally, you can use your notes to review and prepare for English exams.
The following are tips for taking good notes:
1) Make sure your notes are clear and accurate .
2) Focus your notes on what the teacher indicates is important.
3) Come to class prepared and having completed all assignments .
4) Compare your notes with those of other students.
5) Try to avoid distractions (talking with friends, sitting where there is noise, etc.)
6) Make sure your notes are well organized.
7) To save time use abbreviations and symbols for long words.
8) Write legibly so your notes are useful to you later.
9) Review your notes immediately after class and then again before your next class.
10) Write down any questions you have.
Not only do you need to learn English, you also need to learn what your professor finds important.English can be a bit subjective at times.To perform well in class, you need to understand what your professor is teaching.The best way to do this is by attending class and paying attention.
Forming a study group is an effective strategy for improving your performance in your English class and earning a good grade.Forming a good study group will help you 1) improve your note-taking; 2) learn the knowledge and unique insights from other students; 3) develop a support system; 4) cover more information and material from class, and 5) make learning English more fun.The following are a few tips for forming an effective study group:
1) Keep your study group between 4 and 6 people.
2) Select group members who are responsible and dedicated.
3) Find a study area for your group that is free from distractions.
4) Keep study sessions under 2 to 3 hours.
5) Meet with your study group at the same time and place each week.
Asking questions is a great way to learn new information.This couldn’t be more true with respect to learning English.If you have a question, ask your professor or a fellow student.When you don’t understand something, ask someone.Even if your question seems stupid to you, never hesitate to ask it.The only stupid question is the one not asked.If you feel uncomfortable asking your question during class, stay after and ask the professor in private—but make sure to ask it.
If you’ve kept up with your textbook readings, attended class, taken good notes, and completed all assignments by their due dates, then you should be ready to ace your English exam. Notwithstanding , we recommend that you start reviewing for your exam at least four weeks in advance .Meet with your study group each week, review your notes and essays , and make sure to get a good night’s sleep the day before the exam.Again,avoid cramming at all costs .It will only cause you to lose precious sleep and retain less information.(1,056 words)
Answer the following questions, using the information you’ve obtained from Passage A.
1．What strategies does the author recommend helping to improve (and enjoy) studying the English language—both inside and outside the classroom?
2．Why is English the least favorite academic subject among middle and high school students?
3．What reasons does the author list to take notes in class?
4．Why should students form study groups?
5．What should you do to prepare for an English exam?
Fill in the blanks of the outline of Passage A with the words or expressions from the passage.
Nine strategies and skills are introduced for the English learners to improve and enjoy their study of the language.
1．Read daily.Spend at least 20 minutes a day reading various materials to increase vocabulary, improve reading 1)__________, comprehension, and writing.
2．Avoid 2)__________.Set clear study 3)__________when studying English.
3．Don’t 4)__________.Cramming only leads to short-term memory 5)__________instead of meaningful learning and understanding.
4．Get extra help.Writing in English can be improved by asking for help from the teacher or get an English 6)__________.
5．Take good notes.Note taking requires writing things down and listening 7)__________, which assists in the review and preparation for English exams.
6．Pay attention in class.Learn what the professor finds important.
7．Form a study group.Forming a study group is an 8)__________strategy for improving performance in English class and earning a good grade.
8．Ask questions.Asking questions is a great way to 9)__________.
9．Prepare for exams in advance.Start reviewing four weeks 10)__________by meeting with the study group each week, reviewing notes and essays,and ensuring a good night sleep the day before the exam.
Fill in the blanks of the summary with the words or expressions from Passage A.
This article introduces several 1)__________and skills that will help you improve and enjoy the study of English—both inside and outside the classroom.As for the skills outside the classroom, you need to form a 2)__________reading habit to improve your ability to read and write in English.Studying English can be 3)__________and 4)__________, you should avoid burnout by setting clear study time.Cramming is much less effective than 5)__________learning as proved by a scientific study.The disadvantages of cramming 6)__________the advantages.You also need to pay attention to what your professor finds important.Form a study group to improve your 7)__________,learn from the knowledge and 8)__________of other students, develop a support system, 9)__________more material and make learning English more fun.Lastly, it’s recommended to prepare for exams at least four weeks in advance by meeting with the study group, reviewing notes and 10)__________, and ensuring a good night’s sleep the day before the exam.
Translate the following passage into Chinese.
How can you best learn a new language, such as English? There are several steps to make learning English easier and more interesting.
The first step is to be confident when learning English.If you believe that you can learn English, then you will achieve your goal.Be patient when learning another language.Make sure to learn from your mistakes when studying English.
The second step is to practice your English.For example, keep a diary or take notes every day.This will help you get used to writing in English and will help you feel comfortable expressing your ideas in English.After several weeks, you will see that your writing is better.In addition, you should practice speaking English with your classmates every day.
The third step is to keep a record of your language learning.After each class, think about what you have learned and write it down in an English journal.Did you answer a question correctly? Did you understand something the teacher talked about? Perhaps the lesson was difficult, but you tried to understand it.Write down the achievements each day in your journal.
Confidence in speaking English will develop as you study hard to learn it.Keep practicing every day and writing down important lessons in your journal.This will help you enjoy,learn, and be more confident as a student.
