We learn our whole lives – and each one of us does that differently. In the educational environment there are a few recognized widely studying methods that are said to improve your learning process.
Underneath we described some of those studying methods - different ways of learning and memorizing information, that can help you in learning English and other fields that demand systematic work on your memory.
The Pomodoro Technique – This method involves dividing your time into 25-minute periods of intense work, called “pomodoro” (“tomatoes” in italian) followed by a 5-minute break. After four pomodoros, you take a longer break, e.g. 15-30 minutes. This technique helps to maintain high concentration and reduces the risk of burnout.
The Cornell Method – This technique is based on systematic note-taking as you study. Divide your paper into three sections: one narrower to the left or right, a larger one next to it, and a third at the bottom. During a lesson or reading, write down the most important points in the larger section. Then, at the end of the lesson, summarize your notes in a narrower section and write questions in the lower section. This will make it easier to repeat the material.
The Feynman Method – Called after the well-known physicist Richard Feynman, this method consists of attempting to explain the topic to yourself, as if to another person – that is to take on the role of a teacher. Choose the topic that you need to understand, and imagine that you need to explain it to someone else. Do it by using easy, clear words. If you struggle to do so, come back to the source material and continue studying.
The Mnemonic Method – This technique uses associations and memorization techniques to make information easier to remember. You can create chains of associations, rhymes, visualize images or create acronyms (i.e. abbreviations – e.g. MFA – Ministry of Foreign Affairs) that will help you remember the information.
The Interactive Method – If you prefer to learn in a group this method is for you. You can form study sessions, student groups to discuss and share information. Cooperation can help you understand the topic and learn from one another.
Courses and workshops as effective methods of learning English or other foreign languages at an online language school
Courses are a way of learning that guarantees systematic and orderly dosing of knowledge with the help and constant supervision of a specialist in a given field.
During courses, the previously mentioned learning methods are often used.
Language courses organized by the Cambridge School Of English are our proposal for an effective method of learning a foreign language. Organizing classes in small groups or individually allows the teacher to have a personalized approach to each student and recognize their strengths and weaknesses. In addition, access to e-learning platforms expands the range of possibilities in choosing different methods of learning a foreign language that are most appropriate for an individual student. Our online language school allows you to learn using the blended-learning method, i.e. a combination of education with a teacher in class and self-repetition and learning new knowledge using e-learning platforms.