Podcast
Questions and Answers
True or false: Reading is one of the best ways to learn a new language.
True or false: Reading is one of the best ways to learn a new language.
True
True or false: Listening to music is a great way to learn a foreign language.
True or false: Listening to music is a great way to learn a foreign language.
True
True or false: Conversation Exchange is the most popular app for language learning.
True or false: Conversation Exchange is the most popular app for language learning.
False
True or false: Traditional options for learning a foreign language include taking a class.
True or false: Traditional options for learning a foreign language include taking a class.
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True or false: Universities are open to arranging conversations with language learners.
True or false: Universities are open to arranging conversations with language learners.
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True or false: Duolingo is the most popular app for learning a new language.
True or false: Duolingo is the most popular app for learning a new language.
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True or false: It is important to find an app that works best for individuals.
True or false: It is important to find an app that works best for individuals.
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True or false: Speaking is important for improving language skills even if you are not living in the language's native country.
True or false: Speaking is important for improving language skills even if you are not living in the language's native country.
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True or false: Watching TV is a great way to learn a language.
True or false: Watching TV is a great way to learn a language.
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True or false: Enjoying the language is an important factor in language learning.
True or false: Enjoying the language is an important factor in language learning.
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Study Notes
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Wendy started learning languages when she was a teenager, and discovered that she enjoyed it.
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Traditional options for learning a foreign language include joining a class or using a teach-yourself book.
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There are now many more options for learning languages, including listening to music, watching TV, and reading.
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Some things are more helpful for some people than others, but reading is a great way to learn.
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Speaking is important for improving your language skills, even if you are not living in the country where the language is spoken.
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There are a lot of platforms online where you can arrange speaking with people.
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One example is conversationexchange.com.
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You can also arrange speaking with people through meetup.com.
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If you have a university in your town, they might be open to arranging speaking with you.
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The most popular app for learning a new language is Duolingo. It is free and accessible to people.
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Other apps that are popular and useful for language learning include LingoDeer, Drops, and Mango.
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Each app has its own strengths and weaknesses, and it is important to find one that works best for individuals. Spending time with the language, enjoying it, and practicing regularly are also important factors in language learning.
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Take this quiz to explore your existing language skills. It includes 20 questions that will help you assess your current language proficiency. After completing the quiz, you will be able to see where you need to focus your language learning efforts.