The Most Effective Way To Increase Your Vocabulary
Reading is a vital activity in language acquisition. It’s how to build vocabulary. In today’s video I talk about my experience with both intensive and extensive reading and why I like to do a mix of b...
31 Jan 202313min
The 5 Stages Of Enjoyment In Language Learning
I enjoy every stage of my language learning; when I start to explore a new language; when I go back again to something familiar that I don’t understand; when I start to understand more; when I underst...
26 Jan 20237min
Atomic Habits & Language Learning
Throughout his book, Atomic Habits, James Clear makes the point that small actions can, over time, have a major impact on outcomes. Developing good habits is more important than focusing on long term ...
24 Jan 202312min
When Learning A Language DON'T Study The "Basics"
Some people say we need to “focus on the basics” when learning a language. However, we acquire various aspects of a language naturally, in an order that we don’t control. It is futile to try to master...
20 Jan 20238min
Should English Be The Lingua Franca?
YouTuber Veronika Mark speaks excellent English and now she is studying Spanish in Mexico City. I caught up with her and discussed her studies and how her English has improved since we last spoke.
17 Jan 202315min
Can Learning Languages Help Prevent Dementia?
There may be many reasons why language learning, or bilingualism, is associated with a delay in the onset of dementia. Obviously, it is a form of exercise for the brain, creating new neural networks, ...
12 Jan 20235min
One Thing I AVOID When Learning A Language
Do you enjoy answering comprehension questions about content in your target language? Many teachers and writers of language learning textbooks seem to think these questions are vital. I couldn’t disag...
10 Jan 20236min
Language Challenges & Maintaining Your Streak
Challenge yourself in 2023 and start a LingQ Language Challenge. We have a 30-day and 90-day challenges as well as the Streak with Steve challenge. Stay on track, motivated and learn from content you’...
5 Jan 20236min
