Overcoming Cultural Obstacles In Language Learning
When we learn a foreign language we imitate an aspect of another culture. In other words, we are entering into a foreign cultural space. This can sometimes cause difficulties. Learn a new language on...
9 Dec 20204min
Overcoming Language Learning Obstacles
We all have language habits, ingrained from our native languages, or languages we speak well. How do we get outside these and develop new language habits? Jeremy discusses this with reference to Korea...
27 Nov 202018min
Is Language Learning A Bit Like Fishing?
When I learn languages I enjoy the process, even when I’m not sure I’m progressing. People who love fishing enjoy it even when the fish aren’t biting. Learn a new language on LingQ: https://bit.ly/38...
18 Nov 20207min
How to React When Native Speakers Answer You in English
It's always fun to practice a language we are learning with a native speaker, wherever we may find them. We shouldn't be disappointed, however, if they reply in our language. There can be many reasons...
17 Nov 20207min
When Learning a New Language the Language is the Teacher
In learning languages, we discover all the many ways that people from different cultures are the same. During the process of discovering this we can learn a new language, and learning the language tea...
13 Okt 20206min
Want to Learn English? Stay Positive like Gabby of Go Natural English
Learning English is sometimes different from learning other languages. It’s often learned out of need or obligation, rather than interest. I discuss this with Gabby of Go Natural English. Learn a ne...
4 Okt 202013min
Passive Vocabulary: Why It Matters
We should never underestimate the power of passive vocabulary. A broad passive vocabulary is the key to increased engagement with a language, more listening and reading, enjoying movies, and eventuall...
27 Sep 20205min
Studying English? Don't Study Modal Verbs
The modal verb, the "would, should, might" etc. type of verb, is a staple of English as a second language instruction. In order to become comfortable using these verbs, better to spend less time with ...
8 Sep 20204min
