Teaching Techniques: Speed Drawing for Vocabulary Retention

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Cover of English Teaching Forum 2015, Volume 53, Number 1

This article presents a fast-paced partner drawing game that helps beginning and intermediate learners retain vocabulary. Students draw a target word with their eyes closed under a short time limit while classmates guess using English questions and responses, creating repeated, low-pressure speaking practice.

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Sara Hendricks

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Teachers Beginner Intermediate Vocabulary Art
Cover of English Teaching Forum 2015, Volume 53, Number 1

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Cover of English Teaching Forum 2015, Volume 53, Number 1

English Teaching Forum 2015, Volume 53, Number 1

This issue of English Teaching Forum explores ways to expand meaningful listening and communication through mobile messaging, focused listening tasks, guided meditation, and interactive vocabulary practice.