082: The truth about flashcards and language learning
In this episode I discuss the common criticism of flashcards as an "ineffective" study technique. In this episode: Three common criticisms of flashcards: Involves rote learning Vocabulary lacks context Doesn't work for many people I address each of these criticisms and discuss why I think flashcard software is one of the most useful and relevant organisational and learning tools for learning foreign languages. Resources Featured In Today's Episode: I wrote a 72-page guide that describes my complete method for learning languages with flashcards. It costs $7 and you can find it here: Get the Make Words Stick Guide Start speaking today I’d like to thank iTalki for supporting the show. <a href="http://iwillteachyouala
23 Feb 201617min
081: 10 Ways To Make A Living Online With Languages
In this episode I answer a common question I receive: "How can I make a living online with my language talents?" In this episode: As a language specialist, you have many options for making a living online using your talents. I started a free Facebook community to show you how to do this, and answer your questions. To join, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/groups/languagefreedomleague/ Here are the ten ways to make a living online with languages: Blogging Making and selling your own products Language coaching Online teaching Writing books/guides Vlogging Translation Podcasting Membership sites Selling other people's products Resources Featured In Today's Episode: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/languagefreedomleague/" target="_blank
10 Feb 201620min
080: Does travelling make you fluent?
In this episode I'm joined by special guest Jan Van Der Aa. In this episode: Do you have to travel abroad to take your language to a high level? Our experiences of learning multiple languages Resources Featured In Today's Episode: Polyglot Pub - monthly language events in London Join the PP mailing list Join the PP Facebook group Jan's Website: janvanderaa.com The video Jan and I made in Cairo together: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5slVHy2JmcQ Start speaking today I’d like to thank iTalki for supporting the show. iTalki is the best place online to connect with affordable and effective native speakers teachers and tutors. To claim your free lesson and start speaking today, simply visit:http://iwillteachyoualanguage.com/italkishownotes Do you have a question? Ask me your language learning questions by clicking here, and I’ll do my best to feature it on the show! Also, please subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates. Thanks so much for listening to this episode of the podcast! If you’ve got any comments about the show then please leave them in the “comments” section below! If you’d like to help me out, then I’d love it if you could… Share the episode using the social media buttons around you Leave an honest review and rating of the podcast on iTunes (click here to do that) iTunes reviews in particular really help the rankings of the podcast and help me to reach other aspiring language learners out there! See you in the next episode of the I Will Teach You A Language podcast!
2 Feb 201617min
079: Want me to teach you Spanish?
In this episode: Information about Spanish Bootcamp 2016 To find out more, click here: http://iwillteachyoualanguage.com/spanishbootcamp Start speaking today I’d like to thank iTalki for supporting the show. iTalki is the best place online to connect with affordable and effective native speakers teachers and tutors. To claim your free lesson and start speaking today, simply visit:http://iwillteachyoualanguage.com/italkishownotes Do you have a question? Ask me your language learning questions by clicking here, and I’ll do my best to feature it on th
29 Jan 20166min
078: When should I stop learning vocabulary?
Steffen asks: "When's the right time to stop focusing on vocabulary?" In this episode: Why you'll always need to grow your vocab The ONE thing that's more important than that Sprints Resources Featured In Today's Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3voBSKr9Sl4 Start speaking today I’d like to thank iTalki for supporting the show. iTalki is the best place online to connect with affordable and effective native speakers teachers and tutors. To claim your free lesson and start speaking today, simply visit:http://iwillteachyoualanguage.com/italkishownotes Do you have a question? Ask me your language learning questions by <a href="http://iwi
21 Jan 201610min
077: How do you learn slang?
Sam asks: "How do you keep up with ever-changing slang in Cantonese?" In this episode: The dangers of slang and idioms When to learn them... and when not! Resources Featured In Today's Episode: Carlos Douh - Cantonese slang on YouTube Cantonese Proverbs in One Picture... Start speaking today I’d like to thank iTalki for supporting the show. iTalki is the best place online to connect with affordable and effective native speakers teachers and tutors. To claim your free lesson and start speaking today, simply visit:http://iwillteachyoualanguage.com/italkishownotes Do you have a question? Ask me your language learning questions by clicking here, and I’ll do my best to feature it on the show! Also, please subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates. Thanks so much for listening to this episode of the podcast! If you’ve got any comments about the show then please leave them in the “comments” section below! If you’d like to help me out, then I’d love it if you could… Share the episode using the social media buttons around you Leave an honest review and rating of the podcast on iTunes (click here to do that) iTunes reviews in particular really help the rankings of the podcast and help me to reach other aspiring language learners out there! See you in the next episode of the I Will Teach You A Language podcast!
19 Jan 201615min
076: How to run a language exchange
Andrew asks: "What's the best way to run a language exchange?" In this episode: Manage expectations - tell your partner what you want Keep it in the target language Don't let them interrupt with corrections Ask them to take notes and fill you in later Try to be cool - ask questions and listen to the answer! Resources Featured In Today's Episode: MyLanguageExchange.com - a great (paid) language exchange site Start speaking today I’d like to thank iTalki for supporting the show. iTalki is the best place online to connect with affordable and effective native speakers teachers and tutors. To claim your free lesson and start speaking today, simply visit:http://iwillteachyoualanguage.com/italkishownotes Do you have a question? Ask me your language learning questions by clicking here, and I’ll do my best to feature it on the show! Also, please subscribe to the show on iTunes to get automatic updates. Thanks so much for listening to this episode of the podcast! If you’ve got any comments about the show then please leave them in the “comments” section below! If you’d like to help me out, then I’d love it if you could… Share the episode using the social media buttons around you Leave an honest review and rating of the podcast on iTunes (click here to do that) iTunes reviews in particular really help the rankings of the podcast and help me to reach other aspiring language learners out there! See you in the next episode of the I Will Teach You A Language podcast!
14 Jan 201615min
075: How to complete specific tasks in another language
Alexia asks: "I can hold a conversation in Polish, but I can't take my patients' medical history. How can I do this?" In this episode: Doctors vs waiters in a restaurant Are your expectations realistic? How to find a tutor and work on that specific task Resources Featured In Today's Episode: 059: How can I understand my colleagues at work? Start speaking today I’d like to thank iTalki for supporting the show. iTalki is the best place online to connect with affordable and effective native speakers teachers and tutors. To claim your free lesson and start speaking today, simply visit:<a href="http://iwillteachyoualanguage.com/ita
12 Jan 201610min
