ENHANCING VOCABULARY LEARNING THROUGH MNEMONICS: COGNITIVE PRINCIPLES AND EDUCATIONAL PRACTICES
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Mnemonics - structured memory aids that leverage associative, visual, auditory, and spatial encoding - are widely recognized for enhancing vocabulary acquisition across languages and age groups. These techniques operate by strengthening the links between new lexical items and existing memory structures, facilitating both retention and ease of recall. This article synthesizes cognitive mechanisms underlying mnemonic effectiveness and reviews their practical applications in educational settings.
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