The Impact of Lexical Attrition on the English Reading Ability of Junior High School Students
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https://doi.org/10.53469/jerp.2024.06(06).04Keywords:
Lexical attrition, Junior high school students, English reading ability, Teaching strategiesAbstract
This paper explores the impact of lexical attrition on the English reading ability of junior high school students. It analyzes the cognitive development characteristics of junior high school students and the factors affecting lexical attrition. The study finds that lexical attrition has a significant impact on junior high school students' English reading ability, including reduced vocabulary size, lexical semantic vagueness, and memory decline. To address these issues, the paper proposes several strategies, such as optimizing vocabulary teaching methods, strengthening the combination of reading training and vocabulary consolidation, creating a favorable English learning environment, and developing students' self-directed learning abilities. The paper concludes that effective vocabulary instruction and strategies are essential to prevent or minimize lexical attrition and improve students' English reading skills.
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