S1: E3: Tired of Memorising to Learn New Words? Just Read!

In this episode Dr Zavaleta talks to Dr Ana Pellicer-Sanchez about learning vocabulary through reading as well as her research using films with bilingual subtitles. You will find out what Ana recommends to improve vocabulary knowledge in and out of the classroom: from reading a book to watching a film and using an app, her message is clear, enjoyment is key! 

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Link to the article on bilingual subtitles mentioned in the episode:  

Wang, A., & Pellicer Sanchez, A. (2022). Incidental Vocabulary Learning From Bilingual Subtitled Viewing: An Eye-Tracking Study. Language Learning. doi:10.1111/lang.12495