017: How much time should I spend on pronunciation?

017: How much time should I spend on pronunciation?

Jenny asks: "My English teacher used to say that it's important to speak with a native-like accent. Do you think it's important to spend a lot of time on pronunciation as a beginner?"

In this episode:
  • The difference between pronunciation and accent
  • Why pronunciation is important
  • Why you need to get it right as a beginner
  • But why you shouldn't let it stop you speaking
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144: Learning Japanese Kanji with Star Wars

144: Learning Japanese Kanji with Star Wars

In this episode, I speak with Kevin about his fascinating journey to learn to read and write Japanese. Find Kevin's blog here. In this episode: How Kevin got started with Japanese Struggles in learni...

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143: Master Your Memory Part 3

143: Master Your Memory Part 3

This is a 3-part series where you'll learn to master your memory and learn new vocabulary faster. If you haven't heard Parts 1&2 yet, please do that first: Part 1 Part 2 In this episode: The "T" in...

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142: Master Your Memory Part 2

142: Master Your Memory Part 2

This is a 3-part series where you'll learn to master your memory and learn new vocabulary faster. If you haven't heard Part 1 yet, click here to listen to it first! In this episode: The "R" in the A....

14 Okt 201619min

141: Master Your Memory Part 1

141: Master Your Memory Part 1

This is a 3-part series where you'll learn to master your memory and learn new vocabulary faster. In this episode: Is your memory as bad as you think it is? My A.R.T. formula for memorising new words...

11 Okt 201619min

140: I'm in the wrong class!

140: I'm in the wrong class!

Denise asks: "My class in the local English school isn't right for me. Help!" In this episode: Self-taught learners and language schools don't always mix It's important to be in the right level of cl...

6 Okt 20169min

139: I'm overwhelmed with study options

139: I'm overwhelmed with study options

Class asks: "How can I put together a study plan that works for me in Italian?" In this episode: Too much advice can lead to paralysis by analysis Stress is the enemy of learning It's important to st...

4 Okt 201617min

138: Making the most of iTalki lessons

138: Making the most of iTalki lessons

Kento asks: "How can I make the most out of iTalki lessons?" In this episode: Decide what you're looking for in a teacher Avoid the trap of "just talking" Come to the lesson with a specific task to d...

29 Sep 201613min

137: Love and language learning

137: Love and language learning

Joy asks: "My boyfriend wants me to speak German, what should I do?" In this episode: Language and emotions are inextricably linked Friendships that begin in one language rarely switch to another You...

27 Sep 201614min

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