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Reading to Learn Languages: Practical second language acquisition strategies

Reading to Learn Languages: Practical second language acquisition strategies Reading is one of the most underused tools in language learning in my humble opinion, yet it offers huge leverage when used intentionally. If you want effective second language acquisition strategies that fit into a busy life, reading is where to start. The key is not […]

7 Essentials for Speaking Spanish Like a Native

Assessing Language Proficiency, Second Language Acquisition Course

Master key elements for fluency and high levels of proficiency in Spanish. 7 Essentials to Speak Spanish Like a Native It’s one language. While there are many variations of Spanish, it’s still one language. Many of the words that are used in different countries are unique to that country or unique to that area. I’m

Second Language Acquisition Course: Research on Health Benefits

Second Language Acquisition Course

In this post I share what I learned interviewing Dr Thomas Bak about how language learning improves health. In this second language acquisition course, see the research on health benefits can inform your study plan. This article summarises the key findings, practical advice and simple routines you can start today. Why learning languages is a

Language Learning Routines: Making Time

Second Language Acquisition Course

This article expands on a short lesson about how to find and use time to make measurable progress in a new language. If you want practical, no-nonsense advice on building consistent language learning routines, this guide walks through the same framework: estimate the hours, convert daily activities into study time, choose the right tools, and

Second Language Learning Acquisition Course: Errors

Second Language Acquisition Course

This post expands on the core message of a short lesson about errors in language learning from a recent video. If you’re in or teaching a second language learning acquisition course, this errors module will help you shift your mindset, embrace mistakes, and turn errors into one of your most powerful learning tools. Why errors

Second Language Learning Acquisition Course: Culture

Second Language Acquisition Course

This post expands on ideas from the original video and focuses on culture as an essential pillar of any second language learning acquisition course: culture. In this guide I explain why cultural knowledge is inseparable from language learning and give practical steps to bring authentic cultural input into your routine. Why culture matters in language