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Reactivating a language you learned before

As language teachers, we so often hear people tell us that they studied a language a long time ago–in high school or college– but have forgotten everything they once knew. They usually go on to say that they had learned the rules of grammar but were always afraid to speak the language. And then afterContinue reading “Reactivating a language you learned before”

Practicing your language in real life

When you are studying a language, one of the most difficult things is to begin conversations with speakers of the language you are learning. Whether it is ordering a cup of coffee in a coffee shop, selecting a meal in a restaurant, asking for directions, or buying a train ticket, it can be very scaryContinue reading “Practicing your language in real life”