I would like to state here some principles of learning:

1. Space your learning- Know Thyself: It is essential for you to understand the pace of your learning. Are you a fast learner? Or do you require some moderate time for learning? An analysis of this kind is very important. Once you understand this you will certainly learn at an effective pace. Apportion yourself a few words everyday and try to understand the word from the meaning perspective and the contextual usage perspective. Have your own note book and personalized dictionary. Have your own paraphernalia for language learning.
2. Haste is waste: Do not rush. Do not commit to learning 500 words a day. That’s absolutely quixotic and meaningless!! Instead commit yourself to just five words a day and imbibe their meanings thoroughly.
3. Review: You have to keep going back to the words you learned every now and then. Words are like relatives, you don’t keep visiting them; they feel offended and would leave the room of your memory…J
4. See where you stand: After all this effort, won’t you feel like testing your knowledge. Keep taking tests frequently. This will help you identify your faults. You can then come up with suitable remedies.

But most important of all ‘Have a plan of action’ and ‘follow it religiously’!!

Anu Veluri

Manager- Learnwordlist.com