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What Causes Poor Speaking Skills? Common Causes and How to Overcome Them

What Causes Poor Speaking Skills? Common Causes and How to Overcome Them

Poor speaking skills are caused by a combination of socially related problems, lack of vocabulary and grammar practice, fear of being criticized, and inability to pronounce words correctly.  There are four language skills that a person should possess: listening, speaking, writing, and reading.  Among these skills, speaking plays a crucial role as it is often […]

How Can I Learn New Vocabulary Daily

How Can I Learn New Vocabulary Daily? (Explained!)

Language learners often find themselves questioning how they can improve their vocabulary.  It’s very impractical, almost impossible, to study the entire dictionary. However, there are some tips you can implement to boost your learning. Setting reading time every day, keeping a thesaurus, learning a new word every day and using it in everyday language, playing […]

Last Minute Study Tips You Wish You'd Found Earlier

23 Last Minute Study Tips You Wish You’d Found Earlier

Are you struggling to retain information while cramming for an important exam at the last minute? Don’t worry. We’ve got you covered! Our last-minute study tips will help you turn the tide in your favor. You can optimize your study environment for maximum efficiency, use mnemonics to grasp the key concepts and focus on improving […]

Vocabulary Exercises to Refine Your Linguistic Abilities

15 Vocabulary Exercises to Refine Your Linguistic Abilities

Many factors contribute to your linguistic abilities, particularly your mastery of words.  Learning vocabulary is essential, both for comprehending speech and text. A well-rounded word bank helps you communicate more clearly and express yourself better.  If you’re struggling with expressing yourself or understanding speech or text, various vocabulary exercises can help.  Vocabulary exercises are activities […]

How Does Memory Work in Psychology

How Does Memory Work in Psychology? (Answered!)

Probably the first thing that comes to mind when someone mentions memory is that special moment in time.  Maybe you remember a pleasant childhood experience or an important former acquaintance. However, memory encompasses much more than that.  A memory works by gathering, saving, holding onto, and subsequently recovering information. You are able to read, walk, […]

Fastest Learning Strategies to Expand Your Vocabulary

19 Fastest Learning Strategies to Expand Your Vocabulary

The English language has over a hundred thousand words, but do you find yourself using the vast array of words in your vocabulary?  Like most people, you’re more likely only to use a fraction of these words daily.  But, with the right learning strategies, you can make your learning process smoother.  There are some techniques […]