Vocabulary Frequency Lists S1 E7

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In this episode, we explore the concepts behind vocabulary frequency lists, and why they are so important. (Hint: It's the "Goldilocks Principle").

We look at learners getting bang for their buck in terms of investing time in learning the right vocabulary. We also discuss how important context is for deciding frequency lists, and how choosing appropriate contexts is one way to avoid frustration at the intermediate level 'plateau' many language learners experience.

I also mention a few resources which help you determine what the frequency lists for your target language are, and how you can run a text through a program for it to then highlight the different frequencies represented. This will then give you the clues you need as to how to simplify your text as required.

This site has frequency lists in many languages:

http://www.lexiteria.com/word_frequency_list.html

The lexile framework (commercial system):

https://lexile.com/

A "DIY" site (for English texts) to see vocabulary frequencies represented:

http://www.lextutor.ca/vp/eng/

Happy Goldilocks texts creation!

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