Change the way you learn English (Nobody told you this)

[Music] hi everyone welcome back to our Channel if you've been learning English for months or even years and you still don't feel like you're improving don't get discouraged it's not because you're not smart or because English isn't for you it's probably because the approach you're using isn't working yeah a lot of people spend hours studying but feel stuck what if I told you there's a way to learn English faster and smarter and it's based on science sounds like a GameChanger right absolutely and the best part these methods aren't complicated or boring they'll actually make your

English learning Journey easier and more effective so in today's episode we'll break down four science-backed strategies to help you learn English fast and more naturally and trust us by the end of this episode you'll know exactly how to apply these methods to your own routine and finally see progress and today's video is very informative so we have made you a summary of this video so go to our website and check it out you will find more tips for learning English ready to take your English to the next level let's Dive Right [Music] In all right

before we start why so many common methods fail I mean you might be spending hours studying English but not seeing results why is that that's a great question think about this how many times have you reread grammar notes or memorized vocabulary lists hoping they'll stick or maybe you've underlined phrases in books thinking that'll help yeah those are super common habits but the truth is they don't actually help you remember or use English in real life they just give you the feeling that you're learning it's what researchers call the illusion of learning for example have you

ever reviewed a word list over and over only to forget the words as soon as you try to use them in a conversation that's frustrating right totally and it's not your fault it's the method these techniques Don't force your brain to really engage with the language but don't worry we're about to show you much better ways to learn okay let's move on to our first science backed method retrieval practice trust me this one's a GameChanger most people don't realize that the way you practice makes a huge difference in how much you actually remember right so

what is retrieval practice basically instead of just reviewing your English material passively like rereading not notes or rewatching videos you actively test yourself on what you've learned this simple change makes a massive impact yeah it's all about making your brain work a little harder for example if you're studying vocabulary don't just look at a word and its meaning over and over cover the meanings and try to recall them without looking and here's another example after you finish watching a short English video or reading a paragraph pause for a moment ask yourself what was that about

then try to summarize it out loud or even write it down you don't have to be perfect the effort is what counts I love that example and here's why it works when you try to retrieve information it strengthens your memory even if you can't remember everything the process of trying helps your brain store the information better for next time that's such an important point a lot of people think oh I forgot so I failed but actually that's part of the process even if you struggle to remember something your brain is still building those connections it's

like exercising a muscle it gets stronger each time and don't worry you don't need fancy tools for this you can use Simple techniques like flash cards write the word in English on one side and its meaning or translation on the other quiz yourself regularly apps like anky or Quizlet are great for for this too oh and here's a quick tip try to mix retrieval into your daily routine like if you've learned five new phrases today review them before bed then test yourself again tomorrow without looking at your notes just doing this a few minutes a

day makes a huge difference so don't just read and reread actively challenge your brain to recall what you've learned it's a little harder at first but it's one of the fastest ways to improve your memory and your English skills now let's talk about another powerful method spaced practice this one's simple but it's backed by a lot of research a lot of Learners try to cram everything into one in a very short time you know like sitting down for hours hoping to learn as much as possible in one go yeah we've all done that right but

the problem with cramming is that it doesn't help you retain information long term it's kind of like trying to fill a cup with water that has a hole in it it leaks out faster than you can pour it in so what's the solution it's spaced practice instead of cramming you space out your learning over time this allows your brain to absorb the information more effectively and helps it stick right so how do we apply this in real life for example if you're learning new vocabulary don't try to study a whole list of 20 words in

one sitting instead study for about 10 minutes today and then review the words again tomorrow and here's the key part don't just review it once come back and review it again after a few days this spaced repetition helps you retain the words much better than cramming everything into one big session another example practice speaking English for 15 minutes three times a week rather than one long hourlong session it might seem like you're not doing as much but this short consistent practice works wonders for building fluency absolutely and when you space you're learning it gives your

brain time to rest and process the new information this breaks the material down into smaller more manageable chunks that are easier to remember for example if you're preparing for a trip and want to remember some travel phrases don't just study them all in one sitting review them today then again next week and even a month later that way when you're actually traveling those phrases will come to you naturally that's such a great example it's like creating a memory bank in your mind and every time you review you're making a stronger connection to that information plus

by spacing out your practice it feels less overwhelming well you don't have to feel guilty for not studying for hours at a time the key is consistency not the length L of your study sessions and trust me your brain will thank you for [Music] it let's move on to another method that's incredibly effective interleaving this one is a bit different from the other two we've talked about what does it mean well instead of focusing on just one type of English activity at a time interleaving means switching between different types of activities throughout your study session

it might sound confusing at first but the idea is simple rather than sticking to one thing like only listening practice for an entire session mix it up for example you might start by listening to a podcast in English then write a short summary about what you've heard after that try a speaking exercise based on the same topic the reason this works so well is that it helps your brain make connections between different skills so instead of just focusing on one area you're practicing how to use English in a variety of ways making the learning process

much more flexible it's like trying to build a house if you only work on one part like just laying the foundation you won't end up with a complete house you need to work on the walls the roof and the doors at the same time even if it feels harder at first that's a great analogy for English Learners you could alternate between grammar exercises and vocabulary practice or you could mix up reading comprehension with speaking practice exactly it might feel more difficult at the beginning because you're not focusing on just one thing but that's actually a

good thing mixing different topics together makes it harder in the short term but it forces your brain to adapt and learn more flexibly and when you practice switching between skills like this you're actually training your brain to use English in a more real world Dynamic Way in real conversations you won't just be focusing on grammar or vocabulary you'll be juggling many things at once so even though it might feel a little tough this method really helps you in the long run and the beauty of interleaving is that it makes your learning more enjoyable too cuz

you keep things fresh and interesting yes it might be challenging at first but trust us it's worth it you'll see how much more flexible and natural your English skills become over time now our last method called elaborative interrogation H don't let the name scare you this technique basically means asking yourself deep questions while you're learning English that's right instead of just memorizing rules or words you'll ask yourself questions to connect new information to things you already know it helps you understand why why something works the way it does for example when you're learning a new

grammar rule instead of just memorizing the rule ask yourself why does this sentence use the past tense by asking that question you're forcing yourself to think about the logic behind the rule exactly this will make the rule stick in your mind much more than if you just read it and moved on you're connecting it to what you already know which helps create a stronger memory another example is with new vocabulary instead of just memorizing a word and its meaning ask yourself how can I use this word in my life and why is this word important

in English when you ask these kinds of questions you start building a mental map of how English works it helps you see the bigger picture not just isolated facts you'll understand why certain words are important and how they fit into real conversations right like if you're learning the word appreciate don't just memorize the definition ask how can I use this word in a conversation maybe it's in thanking someone or expressing gratitude and ask yourself why is this word important in polite conversations these questions turn your study sessions into active thinking exercises rather than just taking

in information passively you're actively engaging with it making connections and understanding how it fits into the language as a a whole and the best part is these questions don't just help you with grammar or vocabulary they help you with everything you learn in English whether it's a listening exercise or a speaking practice session asking yourself why and how keeps your mind engaged and makes learning feel more meaningful exactly asking these questions builds a deeper understanding of English and it makes the information easier to remember so so next time you're learning something new try asking why

is this important or how can I use this in my [Music] life illusion meaning a false perception or belief something that deceives or misleads example highlighting every sentence in your textbook gives the illusion that you're learning but it doesn't help you remember the material retrieval meaning the process of recalling or recovering information from memory example instead of just rereading your notes try retrieval by testing yourself on the material to improve your memory cram this word seems simple but many people don't know what it means it means to study intensively in a short period of time

typically before an exam example don't just cram for your English test the night before spread out your studying to retain the information better inter leave meaning to mix different types of tasks or subjects while studying to improve learning example try to interleave grammar practice with vocabulary exercises to reinforce your learning and prevent boredom interrogation meaning the act of questioning or asking in deth to gain information or understanding example when learning new words use interrogation by asking how can I use this word in real life to connect it to your personal [Music] experience all right let's

quickly recap the key methods we discuss today we talked about retrieval practice where you actively test yourself to improve memory then there's spaced practice which helps you learn over time not in one cram session interleaving mixing up your learning activities keeps things interesting and finally asking why and how while studying connects new knowledge to what you already know these methods might feel different from what you're used to but trust me they're proven to work stick with them and you'll definitely start seeing progress so start applying one of these techniques today whether it's testing yourself on

vocabulary or switching up your study sessions give it a try and don't forget to share your progress with us in the comments we want to hear how it's going remember the journey to mastering English is all about consistency and using the right methods you've got this [Music]