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Language teaching is storytelling

It may not look like it from the outside, but storytelling is an integral part of language learning, not just as a teacher, but also as a...

Episode 41. Exploring our humanity with Ronni Abergel

To quote today’s guest, the founder of The Human Library: ‘’We have everything to lose by not connecting with others’’.

#8. Can everyone learn a language?

The answer is yes, but with varying degrees of success, obviously. It all depends on how motivated, consistent, and precise you are.

Episode 40. Honing our observation skills

How often are we actively using observation skills and what can we do to hone them?

#7. You know more than you think you do

While you might not be speaking a language, it doesn't mean you don't know anything about it, far from it!

Episode 39. Exploring our creativity through photography with Jahan Saber

What does it feel like to embrace film photography, to develop prints, and capture the light on film?

How many hours a week should I spend learning a language?

Obviously, the more time you spend practising a new language point, the better, but what really matters if how you organise yourself

#6. On the importance of making mistakes

School taught us that mistakes should be avoided at all cost, but they are an integral part of the learning process

Episode 38. Boredom and Creativity

What if we’re not meant to avoid boredom at all costs? What if it’s actually good for us and for our creativity?

What I love the most about language teaching

‘What’s your favourite thing about teaching?’ a friend asked me last weekend. My answer's threefold, and perhaps not what you might expect..

#5. Practising all four skills equally

Learning a language means practising all four skills – listening, speaking, reading, and writing – equally.

Episode 37. The creative joy of exploring the human brain with Alex Cayco-Gajic

What is it like, and feels like, to explore the human brain, one of the most complex subjects ever studied?

Your French Learning Package - 4 Levels

Everything you need to start - or restart - learning French in one single PDF, available in 4 levels.

Can you learn a language quickly?

The short answer is... no! As with anything worthwhile, time, efforts, and commitment are required to master a language. Language...

#4. Should I use bilingual books?

Often what feels like the safest option, such as using bilingual books, isn't the most productive one. Here's why...

Language learning is good for you!

Language learning is never just about the language...