273: The Rules of Language Learning (Part 3)
In this episode, Olly continues a new series covering what he believes to be the fundamental rules of language learning. Click here to listen to part 1 Click here to listen to part 2 The Rules: Ru...
7 Aug 201815min
272: The Rules of Language Learning (Part 2)
In this episode, Olly continues a new series covering what he believes to be the fundamental rules of language learning. Click here to listen to part 1 The Rules: Rule 4: Never take language learning...
2 Aug 201816min
271: How to learn vocabulary from reading?
Kristin asks: "How can I learn vocabulary from reading without stopping every 5 seconds?" In Today's Episode: Consider this analogy: When you're pushing yourself on the treadmill and working hard, it ...
31 Juli 201816min
270: How to use storytelling in the classroom
Simon asks: "How can I use storytelling with my students?" In Today's Episode: Anecdotes are stories... Providing continuity between those anecdotes would be great if possible. The key with storytell...
26 Juli 201820min
269: How many words can you learn per day?
David asks: "How many words can you learn per day?" In Today's Episode: In language teaching theory, 8-12 new words a day is often used as a rule of thumb How many words you learn in a day isn't a gr...
24 Juli 201814min
268: 3 tips for learning verb conjugations
Ron asks: "What's the best way to learn verb conjugations?" In Today's Episode: Here are what are the big-picture principles for learning and memorising verb conjugations in Spanish or any other langu...
16 Juli 201819min
267: Introducing my project to learn Italian
In this episode, Olly introduces his new project to learn Italian! In Today's Episode: Note: For full show notes, please visit the main blog post introducing the project. To view the "mission control...
29 Juni 201816min
266: Introversion & minimalism in languages with Shannon Kennedy
In this episode, Olly speaks with Shannon Kennedy from Eurolinguiste.com. In Today's Episode: Minimalism in the language sphere Introversion and shyness, and how it affects the learner Moving from Ro...
26 Juni 201852min
