Abstract: This paper tried to research the effect between associative memory and vocabulary acquisition from the definition, the classification, and the theoretical evidence. Try to explore the feasibility of associative memory in theory, and carry the theory into practice. Found that associative memory can increase the effects of vocabulary acquisition and memory. In conclusion, associative memory should be advocated in the teaching field, for language learning will be a great of help.

Key words: associative memory; vocabulary acquisition; application

CONTENTS

Abstract

摘要

1 Introduction-1

2. Literature Review and Theoretical Framework-1

2.1 Associative Memory-1

2.1.1 Definition of Associative Memory-1

2.1.2 Classification of Associative Memory-2

2.1.3 Linguistic Evidence of Associative Memory-3

2.2 Vocabulary Acquisition-5

2.2.1 Meaning of Vocabulary Acquisition-5

2.2.2 Linguistic Theories-5

2.3 Relationship between Association Memory and Vocabulary Acquisition-6

3. Associative Memory Method-7

3.1 Fun Words Association Method-7

3.2 Pronunciation Association Method-7

3.3 Homophonic Association Method-8

4. Experimental Research-8

4.1 Subjects-9

4.2 Experimental Tools-9

4.3 Experimental Steps and Questions-9

4.4 Analysis of experimental data-9

4.5 Analysis of experimental results-10

5. Conclusion-10

Bibliography-12

Appendix …15