Education Quote by Stephen D. Krashen
“Teaching vocabulary lists is inefficient - the time is better spent reading alone.”
About This Quote
Source Book: “Principles and Practice in Second Language Acquisition” by Stephen D. Krashen, 1982
Reading alone builds language skills more effectively than rote vocabulary drills.
In simple terms: Reading is better than memorizing word lists.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize extensive reading.
Themes
language acquisition
reading
efficiency
education
learning strategies
Mood
practical
encouraging
Type
educational
motivational
When to use this quote
- classroom instruction
- self‑study
- curriculum design
- assessment methods
Key Concepts
Second language acquisition
input hypothesis
comprehensible input
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance reading with targeted vocab needs?
- What texts best support language growth?
A Different Perspective
Reading alone may not cover needed technical terms.
