LibriVox | free public domain audiobooks Mastering learning a language Learning to learn series In learning a language, we follow the advice that practice makes perfect, and patience is a helpful virtue. The world can be your classroom—through home or school. Skills include listening, speaking, memorization, reading, writing, and test taking. Listening and understanding Practice listening! Practicing listening when learning a languagean essential component to both understanding and reproducing sounds, as well as the rhythm, accent and inflections of speech.Not everyone has access to a native speaker, class or lab--but your desktop, laptop and handheld technologies can help. Listening practice Download a media program that has the text of what is said. Review the text one sentence at a time and familiarize yourself with the vocabulary. Speaking Reading silently is not productive: use your voice! Vocabulary Be inventive in acquiring new wordsPost note cards around your room to learn and identify what is in the room, refrigerator, computer, car, etc. Reading Writing
Time Management Learning more than one language at the same time English A question most people ask me on my Blog and YouTube channel is the following: “Is it possible to learn more than one language at the same time, and if so, how should I go about doing it?” Well, the answer is yes, it is possible to learn more than one language at the same time. But, before I give tips and guidance on doing this, I want to share a few of my thoughts on this interesting topic. Until recently, I never felt the need to learn more than one language at a time. 1. The modern world is obsessed with a “here-and-now” compulsion which is particularly harmful to language learning. 2. The language learning process involves the use and memorization of words, structures, and sounds; however, emotions, colors, images, and memories are also involved and contribute to what I call a “language core.” 3. Picking up a new language doesn’t prevent one from keeping and even refining the ones he previously learned and are obviously at a higher level. The two students’ race – Willpower 1.
The Linguist on Language - English The Way of The Linguist: A Language Learning Odyssey, 01. Introduction. Zhuangzi's Crooked Tree Huizi said to Zhuangzi, "This old tree is so crooked and rough that it is useless for lumber. Zhuangzi replied, "This tree may be useless as lumber, but you could rest in the gentle shade of its big branches or admire its rustic character. Zhuangzi, the Taoist philosopher, is supposed to have lived in China over 2,300 years ago. His famous story about the crooked tree appeals to me for many reasons. To read and listen to the full text, login or sign up for a free account. His famous story about the crooked tree appeals to me for many reasons. Such a tree has grown to a ripe old age by adapting itself to its environment. And so it is with people who follow their natures and pursue their own path to self-fulfillment. That is why we chose a crooked tree as the logo for our new language learning system called The LinguistTM. Visit us at www.thelinguist.com!
Extensive Reading and Vocabulary Range FLR Technique (Lessons in Polyglottery As promised, I've made an overview of the technique I use for picking up new languages. There are 4 steps to the process, but step 3, I've already talked a lot about that step in a lot of my previous videos. I basically talked about utilizing chat rooms and other output.For some reason, I was unable to upload the video on youtube. I will try again later, but for now, I will post up the other steps. (Who) - Who's teaching you the language? (What) - What is your name? - When did you start learning the language? (Where) - Where are you from? - Why are you interested in the language? - How did you learn the language? (Which) - Which countries have you been to? - What kind of food do you like? Other important questions that will be asked: (Have you ever been to the country?) * One should incorporate these key terms as much as possible with everything learned. Moses McCormick
Language Learning Methodology The Declarative Method Transparent Language emphasizes a "declarative first" approach to language learning. Our approach, the Declarative Method, is based on research about how the brain functions, and how best to take advantage of that when learning a new language. Neuroscientists have found that two brain systems - the declarative memory and the procedural memory - enable people to learn, retain, and produce language. Declarative memory collects vocabulary words, phrases, and even short sentences.Procedural memory manages the skill of applying grammar rules and producing language. Linguists agree that the key to second language acquisition is first building a declarative foundation - a ready supply of words and phrases locked into the declarative memory. Declarative Acceleration Declarative Acceleration expands on the Declarative Method by blending technology with human instruction to deliver stronger learning and sustainment outcomes in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
Architectural Perspective Les «grignotables», comestibles nouvelle génération Souvent inspirées du modèle italien, des épiceries-traiteurs ouvrent chaque mois à Paris, dotées d'un coin dégustation. Une façon d'animer les lieux et de faire découvrir leurs produits. Avec plus ou moins d'ambition. Mio Padre Le lieu. La dînette. Très bien. Moyen. Mio Padre, 18, rue Vignon, VIIIe. Terra Corsa Le lieu. La dînette. Très bien. Moyen. Terra Corsa, 42, rue des Martyrs, IXe. L'Oenosteria (Ph : Matteo Montis) L'Oenosteria Le lieu. La dînette. Très bien. Moyen. L'Oenosteria, 40, rue Grégoire-de-Tours, VIe. Chez Elles Le lieu. La dînette. Très bien. Moyen. Chez Elles, 15, rue Hippolyte-Lebas, IXe. Jeanne A (Ph : DR) Jeanne A Le lieu. La dînette. Très bien. Moyen. Jeanne A, 42, rue Jean-Pierre-Timbaud, XIe. Mamie Tevennec Le lieu. La dînette. Très bien. Moyen. Mamie Tevennec, 41, rue Faidherbe, XIe. Simone & Nicola Le lieu. La dînette. Très bien. Moyen. Simone &Nicola, 92, rue de la Roquette, angle passage Charles-Dallery, XIe. Le Siffleur de ballons (Ph : DR) Le Siffleur de ballons
Les petits hôtels du moment Dormir à Paris est devenu un art de vivre créatif. Plusieurs nouvelles adresses, déjà ouvertes ou en cours d'aménagement, sont des bijoux de design moderne. À en croire le parc hôtelier en constante expansion, Paris a la cote et joue la carte de l'offre multiple. Des grands palaces qui étalent luxe et volupté dans les beaux quartiers, aux petits boutique-hôtels de moins de 40 chambres, qui font une proposition alternative - souvent arty-, hors des sentiers battus, les ouvertures se multiplient. Précédées par un teasing actif (alors que le premier coup pioche n'a pas été donné), ces créations sont attendues comme des événements. Le Platine. Le Jules & Jim est une maison de 23 chambres. Le Jules & Jim. Le Crayon. L'Hôtel W. L'Hôtel O. Le Nell : une résidence hôtelière et un boutique-hôtel.