083: Shouldn't language learning be unconscious?

083: Shouldn't language learning be unconscious?

Masoud asks: "For me, language learning has always been an unconscious experience. Studying just shuts me down."

In this episode:

We discuss the topic of episode 57, which is whether extensive listening is helpful for language learning. Specifically:

  • The differences between children and adults learning languages
  • The advantages of time that children have
  • Whether children learn efficiently or not
  • Why adults can't replicate the conditions enjoyed by children
  • What they can best do instead
Resources Featured In Today's Episode:
  • Definitely check out episode 57 of the podcast for some useful context to this episode: http://iwillteachyoualanguage.com/episode57
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