254. More Science Based Tips for English Learners!! (English Vocabulary Lesson)

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I’ve spent the past few weeks reading academic papers about sleep, immediate feedback, goal setting, perfectionism, and more. Today, let me share my findings with you and discuss how science can help you learn English!

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Vocabulary

• Sleep deprivation (n) - the condition of not having had enough sleep or of being prevented from having enough sleep, especially for several days or more.
• Impaired (adj) - damaged in a way that makes something less effective.
• Attention Span (n) - the length of time that someone can keep their thoughts and interest fixed on something.
• To consolidate (v) - to become, or cause something to become, stronger, and more certain.
• Perfectionism (n) - The tendency to strive for flawless performance, hindering language learners' progress.
• To internalise (v) - to accept or absorb an idea, opinion, belief, etc. so that it becomes part of your character.
• Near miss (n) - an attempt to do or achieve something that fails although it almost succeeds.
• Unrealistic (adj) - having a wrong idea of what is likely to happen or of what you can really do; not based on facts.

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