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Language Learning Methods: Will Immersion Teach You A Language Faster? by Fluent Language
Immersion is an interesting topic for language learners at all levels, and one of those words that always come up in language learning. There’s a lot of misinformation and myths surrounding this topic. In this blog post, we’ll explore whether immersion truly helps you learn a language faster.
5 Creative Ideas for Boosting Results and Adding Fun in Your Online Language Lessons by Fluent Language
Language tutors are a favourite resource in any successful learner’s arsenal. But it’s not always easy to stay excited about your language lessons, and to turn up regularly…If there’s no creativity in online lessons, no one gets to have the results or the fun that they should have. No pro
How to Learn a Language with Spotify, The App for Learning Languages with Music by Fluent Language
If you’ve ever had trouble finding more songs and artists to listen to or if you’ve wondered whether it was worth it to try a popular music app like Spotify, here are some tips that can help you make the most of learning with all that Spotify has to offer.
How Much Will You Pay for a Helpful Language Tutor? by Fluent Language
A language tutor can teach you the ins and outs of your target language, and help you achieve your learning goals faster and easier. But the pricing confuses many students. Some tutors cost $50+ per hour, others are available for less money? What’s the difference? Read on to learn more about differe
Interlinear Books Review: a Powerful Language Learning Tool by Fluent Language
Interlinear are bilingual books that include the original and an English translation below. The English is in a smaller font, so that it doesn’t distract too much from the original language. Each word or phrase is translated below the original one, and the books are classic literature from the langu
My Successful Language Learning Routine: Tips & Resource Recommendations by Fluent Language
Without clear goals, it's easy to lose motivation and direction. And you know…”I want to be fluent” or “I just want to talk to people” are not very clear goals when it comes down to it. Ask yourself what you want to achieve in a specific time period to make the goal a lot more realistic - this will
Accelerate Your Speaking Skills with Speechling: In-Depth 100% Honest Review by Fluent Language
***hello from the future!!*** Since my original review of Speechling in February 2018, these folks have been hard at work and have just emailed me to share the following new developments. 1. A new module called "Speechling Foundations", which will teach newbies from the very beginnin
The Ultimate Top Tools for Language Learning from 2016-2020 by Fluent Language
If you’re a regular listener of the Fluent Show podcast, you know that we regularly recommend our favourite new tools to help language learners. We’ve been doing this for 4 years (40 recommendations below! For our first 2020 edition, we felt that it was time to revisit every single one of these rec
2020: An Honest Review of a Maddening Year by Fluent Language
My Languages During one of the total of 3 italki challenges I took in 2020, I started working with tutor Jie who took one look at my speaking skills and declared “HSK 1! Start book!”. With her help, I worked my way through the full HSK 1 book and easily completed the HSK 1 exam paper (at home, by m
How to Parent Your Children to Be Multilingual by Fluent Language
As a German native speaker who speaks English all day long, I find the prospect of bilingual parenting both daunting and fascinating. I have been contacted by so many different parents over the years for advice on how to raise your children to be multilingual. First of all, I am so happy to hear
4 Techniques for Switching Your Brain into Language Mode by Fluent Language
Have you ever heard of a phenomenon called " Priming "? Priming is what psychologists call it when your brain adapts to the environment around it without you realising. For example, you might automatically walk slower in a nursing home than you do in a gym. The brain helps your body to adj
3 Lessons Podcasting Has Taught Me About Life and Languages by Fluent Language
You know how much I love podcasting - you hear me do it almost every week! I have been recording The Fluent Show since 2013, and it has brought me such joy and excitement being able to chat with other guests and give you all the best language learning tips. But today, I want to tell you all about m
9 Of The Best Podcasts For Learning French by Fluent Language
Do you ever find it difficult to fit French listening practice into your life? Do you want to understand native French speakers? Bonjour! This month in the 9 Best series, we’re going to list 9 of the best podcasts for French learners. Podcasts are a great way to add a little French listening prac
13 Inspiring Ideas for Language Learning By Podcast by Fluent Language
I'm a super passionate teacher and love to teach people about what I tried and loved in my life, and one of those passions is podcasting. For me, starting the Fluent Show was life-changing. I got to interview amazing people and learn something amazing every episode, from neuroscience to langu
Your Intuition is Wrong about Learning Languages by Fluent Language
Do you have a vague feeling that you're too old to learn a language? Are you still looking for the best way to do this? Or do you just....feel like you're never quite doing enough? Then we have the show for you!! Hit play now and check out episode 69 of the Creative Language Learning Podcast
Language Learning Advice From a Polyglot Veteran (Bilingual Interview with Judith Meyer) by Fluent Language
In this interview with passionate polyglot Judith Meyer, she shares how she learnt over 14 languages, how you can get over the intermediate plateau, and why learning any other language than English takes a little passion. We talked about * what excites Judith about leaving the textbook behind * how to get over the intermediate plateau * why using your language is the key to making progress * what language learners can get out of events like the Polyglot Gathering Oh...and we did it in two languages! Listen in to find out more.
Introducing Women in Language: An Online Conference For Language Lovers by Fluent Language
Women in Language is a unique online event designed to champion, celebrate, and amplify the voices of women in language learning. It's happening 8-11 March 2018, for the first time ever! I am one of the organisers and in this blog article I am sharing the story of what inspired me to get involved.
In Language Learning, Are Apps All Amazing? Are All Apps Amazing? by Fluent Language
In this episode, we caught up, talked about a new directive on language use in a very special setting: Childbirth! We also discussed language learning apps and how to make the most out of them, so if you're enjoying Duolingo but you're STILL not fluent, this is the episode for you.
Robo-Tutors and Translating Megaphones: It's the Future of Language Learning by Fluent Language
What does the future hold for language learners? When a device translates what you say directly into another language, is there even a need to learn languages anymore? In this podcast, we've got everything you need to know about * Gadgets and stuff that translates our language into other languages * How AI has made language learning apps a lot more useful * Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality as learning aids
How To Get Off The Intermediate Plateau in Language Learning by Fluent Language
Welcome to Fluent Show episode 76, where I tackle the question: **"How Can I Get Off The Intermediate Plateau?"** If you're stuck somewhere in the language weeds, this show will help you untangle them and get those wheels turning again.
9 of the Best Podcasts for Learning German by Fluent Language
German is a great language for learning by podcast. There is a big selection, so I've gone and selected 9 of the best shows for you to discover. In this article, you'll find 1. German Podcast Courses from Deutsche Welle 2. Podcasts in Slow German 3. German Video Shows 4. Story-Based and German Culture Podcasts 5. A tip on how to find podcasts produced by native German speakers
"It's Hard Work But It's So Worth It": Everything You Need To Know For Raising Bilingual Children by Fluent Language
Have you ever wondered how bilingual parents do it and what the life of a bilingual family looks like? Are you excited about passing on language skills to your kids, but not sure how? In this episode of the Fluent Show, you'll get an incredible amount of support. Marianna du Bosq, bilingual mother in a bilingual family and host of the Bilingual Avenue podcast, talks about how to raise bilingual children. And she knows her stuff.