Khác biệt giữa bản sửa đổi của “Từ vựng”

</ref> dual coding theory because it uses both two verbal and image memory systems. However, this method should be used only with words that represent concrete and imageable things. Abstract concepts or words that do not bring a distinct image to mind are difficult to associate. In addition, studies have shown that associative vocabulary learning is more successful with younger aged students (Sagarra & Alba, 2006)<ref name="Spanish p. 228-243"/>. As students advance and age, they tend to rely less on creating word associations to remember vocabulary.

 

Several word lists have been developed to provide people with a limited vocabulary either quick language proficiency or an effective means of communication. In 1930, Charles Kay Ogden created [[Basic English]] (850 words). Other lists include [[Simplified English]] (1000 words) and [[Special English]] (1500 words). The [[General Service List]],<ref>West (1953)</ref> 2000 high frequency words compiled by [[Michael Philip West|Michael West]] from a 5,000,000 word corpus, has been used to create a number of adapted reading texts for English language learners. Knowing 2000 English words, one could understand quite a lot of English, and even read a lot of simple material without problems.