Starting from Scratch (Part 2)
[Audio clip: view full post to listen] Steve: The other thing too, of course, that I’m looking forward to with my Czech is that when we loaded up the beta languages we didn’t, for whatever reason, enable the text-to-speech function [...]
Starting From Scratch (Part 1)
[Audio clip: view full post to listen] Steve: Hi Alex. Alex: Hi there Steve. Steve: Well, you know what I would like to talk to you about this morning? Alex: What is that? Technorati Tags: Beginners, How to Learn English, [...]
Language Learning FAQs: Cases and Verb Endings 3 – Patterns
It is not explanations or tables that enable us to master the cases and verb endings. It is frequent, constant, and repetitive exposure to the patterns,which in turn creates new patterns in our brains. Summary: 1. You must train your [...]
Language Learning FAQs: Case and Verb Endings 2 – Tables
Can we master these case and verb endings by studying tables? I can’t. Summary: 1. It’s quite challenging to memorize cases by simply looking at tables. 2. Look for similarities and patterns in the texts that you are reading. 3. [...]
Language Learning FAQs: Case and Verb Endings 1 – Overview
I will deal with the question of learning verb and case endings in three videos, referring to my experience in learning Russian. The first video deals with understanding the concepts. Summary: 1. It is helpful to understand the basic concept [...]
Language Learning FAQs: Multiple Languages at Once
I am often asked if it is wise to learn more than one language at a time. I say it depends on you. I prefer to focus on one at a time. Summary: 1. Many people find it difficult to [...]
Language Learning FAQs: Reading, How Best To Do It?
Reading is a powerful and inexpensive path to learning. I am often asked how best to read for language learning. Summary: 1. Reading is one of the best ways to increase your English vocabulary and your ability to comprehend. 2. [...]
Language Learning FAQs: Take It Easy!
I often get questions from people who are concerned that they keep forgetting what they have learned, and have trouble understanding what they are listening to. My answer, take it easy. Summary: 1. Don’t put pressure on yourself to be [...]
The Language Learning Technique of Shadowing
Here is my take on the language learning technique of shadowing. Summary: 1. The best way to learn English is to do the things you enjoy. 2. If you enjoy speaking or repeating things, then do it. 3. Spend the [...]