The Power Of Practice: Unlocking Language Proficiency

The Power Of Practice In Language Learning By Geralde Vincent-Bancroft Learning a new language can be an exciting and fulfilling journey. It opens doors to new cultures, enhances communication, and broadens horizons. However, mastering a foreign language requires dedication, perseverance, and consistent practice.  In this article, we will explore the significant benefits of consistent language […]

Spacing And Retrieval Practice

Two ways to supercharge your language learning By Geralde Vincent-Bancroft Spacing and retrieval practice are two highly effective methods of learning a language. They both involve organizing how you learn, but in different ways – spacing involves taking breaks between study sessions while retrieval practice is about actively testing yourself to recall information.  Both techniques […]

Meaningful ways to practice your listening skills

Fri, 12 Jan 2018 13:22:20 +0000Geralde Vincent-BancroftAs language learners we are aware that listening comprehension is the most difficult skill to master. Sometimes we tend to fool ourselves when we notice that we understand almost everything when reading texts, and we hardly find any problem to produce a good written work. But when we face […]

3 Factors For Success: Mindset, Motivation, And Practice

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 13:18:29 +0000Géralde Vincent-BancroftThe prospect of success is the driving force in everything we do. We want to know that our chances of getting what we want is not a foolish dream. Language learning is by no mean different. Thus, here are three factors that can help us win the race. The […]

How To Promote Speaking During A Conversation Practice Session

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 12:37:30 +0000Géralde Vincent-BancroftSpeaking plays an important part in second language learning, and the role of teachers is to help learners improve their communicative skills in the new language. This will allow them to express themselves effectively in any situation that present itself to them. What is the job of the tutor… […]

6 Reasons Why Conversation Practice Is Important In Language Learning

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 12:07:52 +0000Géralde Vincent-BancroftHaving adequate conversations is a coveted skill especially when it happens in a foreign language. Unfortunately, learners usually pay more attention to reading comprehension than to the verbal aspect which should not be neglected as it is the major skill considered when evaluating… Having adequate conversations is a coveted […]

Meaningful ways to practice your listening skills

Fri, 12 Jan 2018 13:22:20 +0000Geralde Vincent-BancroftAs language learners we are aware that listening comprehension is the most difficult skill to master. Sometimes we tend to fool ourselves when we notice that we understand almost everything when reading texts, and we hardly find any problem to produce a good written work. But when we face […]

3 Factors For Success: Mindset, Motivation, And Practice

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 13:18:29 +0000Géralde Vincent-BancroftThe prospect of success is the driving force in everything we do. We want to know that our chances of getting what we want is not a foolish dream. Language learning is by no mean different. Thus, here are three factors that can help us win the race. The […]