Study Aids

Words©

Educators tell us that the best way to learn language is through repetition and association. Words© is a unique approach to learning SAT vocabulary because it uses both repetition and association. The Words are contained in Files of 30 words each which can be printed on removeable labels (Avery label 6460). Each word has a definition and a short sentence. The Words© labels can be posted in different places or on different objects.

Using the repetition technique, you can post a Words© label in a place that you go often. For example, you might post a set of Words© labels on your bathroom mirror. Every morning and night when you brush your teeth, you can practice the word.

To use the association technique, place the Words© labels in places or on objects that remind you of the meaning of the word. For example, the word "maelstrom" which means whirlpool, can be put on the toilet. The word "bountiful" meaning plentiful can be placed on your refrigerator or if that is not the case, the word "scarce" can be placed there.

You can think of lots of places to post the Words© labels---locker, books, doorways, car dashboard, cell phone, PDA, computer, TV and so forth. Be creative and learn at the same time!

To use Words©, click here, to open the pdf file. Print the Words© labels using Avery #6460. Each word along with its definition and a short sentence will be printed on one label. Each set of Words© labels contains 30 words. Every week a new Words File will be dispalyed.