Adventures in Language
65 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago -Welcome to the Adventures in Language podcast series. We talk: language teaching, language learning and linguistics. From grammar learning tips and tricks to teacher hacks and the science behind language learning.
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Science Behind Language Learning | How does music help you learn a second language?
November 16, 2022 16:00 - 11 minutes - 7.73 MBDo musicians have an “ear” for language learning? Can you learn a second language by listening to music? Why do some languages seem to sound so “musical”? In our latest episode, Kaitlyn Tagarelli (Linguist, PhD) examines the connection between music and language, including how music helps language learning. If you want to learn more about the scientific research consulted for this episode, and how Mango guides learners, take a look at our blog post on this topic: https://blog.mangolanguages...
Science Behind Language Learning | Can you have a "great personality" for language learning?
October 19, 2022 15:00 - 11 minutes - 8.08 MBYou can probably think of someone who has a great personality. But can you have a great personality for language learning? In our latest episode, Kaitlyn Tagarelli (Linguist, PhD) takes a look at how all the little quirks that make us unique come into play when learning a second language. If you want to learn more about the scientific research consulted for this episode, and how Mango guides learners, take a look at our blog post on this topic: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/can-you-have-a...
How Language Works | How Prosody Works
October 12, 2022 15:00 - 13 minutes - 9.49 MBAll languages have a certain musicality to them – a specific kind of rhythm, intonation, and melody. This is called prosody, and it contains a lot of linguistic, social, and emotional information. In this episode, Mango Languages linguist Emily Sabo (PhD) is breaking down what exactly prosody is and how it works in your everyday speech. You’ll also learn how to listen for prosody’s 3 main acoustic features. Enjoy! Come join the Mango family by subscribing to the podcast! Test your knowle...
Science Behind Language Learning | Why do we get anxious about learning a second language?
September 21, 2022 15:00 - 10 minutes - 6.94 MBHave you ever felt scared, nervous, or anxious when using your second language? In our latest episode, Kaitlyn Tagarelli (Linguist, PhD) discusses how language anxiety shapes the language learning process, and outlines some tips for managing anxious feelings. If you want to learn more about the scientific research consulted for this episode, and how Mango guides learners, take a look at our blog post that accompanies this episode: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/why-do-we-get-anxious-about-l...
How Language Works | How Pragmatics Works?
September 14, 2022 15:00 - 9 minutes - 6.28 MBWe often don’t always say what we mean, and yet we still manage to communicate with each other. How is this possible? Pragmatics! In this short episode led by your friendly neighborhood linguist Emily (PhD), you’ll discover the basics of what pragmatics is, why it matters, and how it works. Enjoy! Come join the Mango family by subscribing to the podcast! “How Semantics Works” ~ https://www.buzzsprout.com/1818324/11101678 Test your knowledge here: https://mangosurvey.typeform.com/to/PeUh...
Teaching Languages Today | Meet MRS. Rogers!
September 09, 2022 15:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBYou may have heard of Mr. Rogers – but do you know MRS. Rogers?! In this episode, you’ll get to meet Mrs. Rebecca Rogers, a high-energy high school teacher and social media content creator. Listen in as our host Emily Sabo (linguist, PhD) sits down with Rebecca to talk about (1) the pros and cons of being active on social media as a teacher, (2) how to find your teaching persona when just starting out in your career, and (3) tips for deciding which technology works for your classroom. Since ...
Teaching Languages Today | The 4 Secrets to Smart EdTech Shopping (feat. Enid Sierra)
August 31, 2022 15:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MBWhat criteria should you consider when buying educational technology (EdTech) for your school? How can you evaluate the effectiveness of EdTech your school has already purchased? What are some best practices for helping teachers integrate new software into their classes? In this episode, our host Emily Sabo (linguist, PhD) sits down with Irving ISD District EL Instructional Lead Enid Sierra to discuss 4 secrets to shopping smart when it comes to EdTech software! ‘ You can connect with Enid ...
Science Behind Language Learning | What motivates you to learn a second language?
August 24, 2022 15:00 - 10 minutes - 7.14 MBWhat does it mean to be a motivated language learner? In our latest episode, Kaitlyn Tagarelli (Linguist, PhD) discusses the role of motivation in second language learning, and the different ways people motivate themselves during their language learning journeys. If you want to learn more about the scientific research consulted for this episode, and how Mango guides learners, take a look at our blog post that accompanies this episode: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/what-motivates-you-to-le...
Teaching Languages Today | What is Task-Based Language Teaching? (feat. Lara Bryfonski)
August 17, 2022 15:00 - 42 minutes - 29.5 MBIf you’re like a lot of language teachers today, you’re trying to shift learning objectives from a hyper focus on grammatical accuracy to a more holistic communicative competence. And that’s no easy task! In this episode, our host Emily Sabo (linguist, PhD) sits down with Georgetown University linguist and Second Language Acquisition researcher Dr. Lara Bryfonski to discuss one of the best solutions out there right now: Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT). Listen to find out what TBLT is and...
How Language Works | How Semantics Works
August 10, 2022 15:00 - 7 minutes - 5.33 MBWords words words. How do they get their meaning? That’s what semantics is all about! In this short episode, led by your friendly neighborhood linguist Emily (PhD), you’ll learn the 5 things you need to know about semantics. Listen and discover how the relationship between words and their meanings is oddly similar to the the relationship between money and its value. Enjoy! Take our Semantics Quiz: https://mangosurvey.typeform.com/to/mqfj7HpC Looking for more? Check out our related content:...
Teaching Languages Today | What is the Seal of Bilitercy? (feat. Arthur Chou and Nicole Rybak)
August 03, 2022 15:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBWhat is the Seal of Biliteracy, and how can K-12 students get it? In this episode, your host Emily Sabo (linguist, PhD) gets the answers to key questions about what World Language educators simply call ‘“the Seal.” Be a fly on the wall in this fun and informative conversation that features two very special guests: Arthur Chou (one of the Seal’s founding fathers) and Nicole Rybak (a student who actually graduated with the Seal). Enjoy! If you enjoyed the episode, subscribe to the show and le...
Science Behind Language Learning | How Does Your Mind Help You Learn a Second Language?
July 27, 2022 18:00 - 12 minutes - 8.39 MBWhat is it about the minds of good language learners that make them so successful? In our latest episode, Kaitlyn Tagarelli (Linguist, PhD) discusses four critical cognitive abilities that help explain individual differences in language learning achievement. If you want to learn more about the scientific research consulted for this episode, and how Mango guides learners, take a look at our blog post where you can find more about the scientific research underlying this episode: https://blog....
Teaching Languages Today | How to Let Go of Control in the Classroom (feat. Susana Matos-Kruck)
July 20, 2022 15:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBWe all know it. When teaching a language, active learning strategies are far more effective for our students than passive ones. So why do we so often find ourselves in a passive classroom rut?! The answer has to do with control. And it turns out, the fix is a LOT simpler than you might think! In this episode, your host Emily Sabo (linguist, PhD) sits down with Susana Matos-Kruck, a former teacher and principal from New Jersey who now runs an educational consulting firm (Up the Bar) for schoo...
How Language Works | How Morphology Works
July 13, 2022 15:00 - 10 minutes - 7.32 MBSentences are made up of words. But what are words made up of? In this episode we’re breaking words down by talking about something called morphology. In this short episode led by your trusty language guide Emily (linguist, PhD), you’ll learn the 6 things you need to know about morphology. For example you’ll get a quick understanding of what morphology is, the different kinds of morphemes that exist, and why the ‘ing’ in ‘king’ isn’t the same as the ‘ing’ in ‘traveling.’ Test your knowledge...
Teaching Languages Today | Discovering Languages Programs (feat. Tracye Thomas)
July 06, 2022 15:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBWhen faced with selecting which World Language to study, many high school students end up shrugging and choosing the most popular language track by default. But what if they knew which language really called to them? Enter the “Discovering Languages” program, an exploratory primer course for junior high students! In this episode, our host Emily (linguist, PhD) sits down with Tracye Thomas, Language Acquisition Coordinator at Brazosport Independent School District (Texas). Listen to learn eve...
Science Behind Language Learning | Are Some People Just Good at Learning New Languages?
June 29, 2022 15:00 - 9 minutes - 6.72 MBHave you ever known someone that is really good at learning other languages? Find out why in our latest episode, where Kaitlyn Tagarelli (Linguist, PhD) explores language aptitude and outlines some of the ways language researchers measure it. If you want to learn more about the scientific research consulted for this episode, and and how Mango guides learners, take a look at our blog post that accompanies this episode: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/are-some-people-just-good-at-learning-lan...
Teaching Languages Today | How to Get Funding feat. Stephanie Bjork
June 22, 2022 19:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MBFUNDING! Every language program needs it, but not every school knows how to get it. The good news is that there IS funding out there for your school’s language programs, and in this episode, you’ll learn everything you need to know about how to get it! Listen in as your host Emily Sabo (linguist, PhD) chats with education funding expert Stephanie Bjork (M.Ed.) about (1) what grants are out there, (2) how you apply for them, and (3) what they can be used for (some may surprise you). Get ready...
How Language Works | How Sentences Work (Let's talk syntax!)
June 15, 2022 15:00 - 10 minutes - 7.43 MBWhy do grammar rules exist? How do our sentences get their structure? What happens when we mix up the order of our words when we speak? In this episode, your language guide Emily (linguist, PhD), is taking you on an exciting adventure to discover the answers to (and the magic behind!) each of those questions. You’ll leave with a solid understanding of what syntax is and why it matters. Buckle up - because this episode is “out of this world!” For the blog article and to get your free interac...
Teaching Languages Today | Growing as a Teacher (feat. ACTFL 2021 Teacher of the Year finalist Eric Richards)
June 08, 2022 15:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MBIn this episode, our host Emily Sabo, PhD (linguist, Mango Languages) sits down with Eric Richards, a down-to-earth high school German teacher based out of St Louis, Missouri. A finalist for ACTFL’s prestigious 2021 National Language Teacher of the Year award and recipient of Central States’ 2020 Teacher of the Year award, Eric is well-known for his contributions in the field. Listen as Emily and Eric discuss several big topics that all boil down to one main thing: growing as a teacher. How ...
Science Behind Language Learning | Am I Fluent Yet?
May 31, 2022 17:00 - 7 minutes - 5.03 MBAre you fluent in your second language? How do you know? In our latest podcast, Kaitlyn Tagarelli (Linguist, PhD) talks about what it means to be fluent, and why that might look a little different for everyone. View our detailed blog post for more information: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/am-i-fluent-yet Not yet as fluent as you want to be? Check out our video for tips on finding your path to fluency: https://youtu.be/Gt0s29jstSM If you liked this episode, join the Mango Languages fam ...
Teaching Languages Today | The Key to ELL feat. Brooke Boutwell
May 25, 2022 15:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBDid you know that English Language Learners (ELLs) are one of the FASTEST growing student populations in the U.S. (U.S. Department of Education, 2019)? That is just one of the reasons we decided to create this episode, where you’ll learn what EVERY teacher and school district administrator should know, understand, and do to set their ELL students up for success. Listen in as your host Emily Sabo (linguist, PhD) chats with ESL (English as a Second Language) specialist Brooke Boutwell about th...
How Language Works | The Sound Systems of Language (Let's Talk Phonology)
May 18, 2022 15:00 - 10 minutes - 7.52 MBDifferent languages have different ways of dividing up the possible sounds of human speech. They also have different rules for how those sounds relate to and interact with one other. This means they have different phonologies. In this episode, your language guide Emily (linguist, PhD), is taking you on a journey into the fascinating field of phonology. You’ll leave knowing what phonology is, how sound systems work, and why it all matters. For the blog article and to get your free interacti...
Teaching Languages Today | How to Teach Dialects feat. Heather Sweetser
May 16, 2022 13:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MBTeaching languages today is as exciting as it is challenging! That’s why we here at Mango Languages created “Teaching Languages Today”, a conversational podcast for world language educators that gets to the bottom of what’s working – and what’s not. Listen in for the problems fellow teachers are facing, learn what solutions they’ve found – and get some much-needed self-care reminders of why you fell in love with language teaching to begin with. Your host for the show is language teacher and ...
Science Behind Language Learning | Am I Too Old to Learn a New Language?
May 05, 2022 15:00 - 12 minutes - 8.63 MBIt’s hard to dispute that children turn out to be more successful language learners than adults. But how exactly does this work, and why? In our latest episode, Kaitlyn Tagarelli (Linguist, PhD) explores age effects in language learning, including the hotly contested critical period debate! If you want to learn more about the scientific research consulted for this episode, and how Mango guides learners, take a look at our blog article that accompanies this episode: https://blog.mangolanguag...
How Language Works | The Building Blocks of Speech
May 03, 2022 15:00 - 10 minutes - 7.5 MBIf you’re diving into the fascinating world of speech sounds, then one of your first stops has to be learning about the IPA, the International Phonetic Alphabet! Together with your personal language guide Emily (linguist, PhD), you’ll get to discover what exactly the IPA is, when to use it, and how it’s possible that by studying this one very special piece of paper you can unlock the speech sounds to ALL of the world’s languages! For the blog article and to get your free language goodies, c...
Teaching Tips & Tricks | 4 Tips to Help Students Avoid the Summer Slide
April 13, 2022 15:00 - 9 minutes - 6.34 MBIn this episode of Adventures in Language, we’re talking about the dreaded Summer Slide. What is it, why does it matter, and how can you help your students avoid it? For more resources and to learn more, click here: https://info.mangolanguages.com/summer-slide-2021 Join your guide Emily (Spanish teacher and linguistics PhD), as she shares 4 easy ways for you to help your students maintain their motivation and proficiency over the summer months. Listen and learn how you can encourage your ...
How Language Works | How Speech Sounds Work
March 31, 2022 15:00 - 10 minutes - 7.12 MBSound waves, speech streams, and tongue twirls - oh my! If learning about language piques your curiosity, then buckle up, because in this episode we’re taking you on a journey into the fascinating field of phonetics! Together with your personal language guide Emily (linguist, PhD), you’ll get to discover some of the magic behind how speech sounds work and learn about the wide-reaching (yet little-known) impact our individual t’s and z’s actually have on our everyday experiences in the real w...
Science Behind Language Learning | Can You Learn a Language Without Trying?
March 29, 2022 15:00 - 11 minutes - 7.79 MBCan you learn a language without paying attention, trying, or even knowing that you're learning? In this video of our Science Behind Language Learning series, your guide Kaitlyn Tagarelli (Linguist, PhD) explores implicit and explicit language learning, the continuum they exist on, and why striking a balance between the two might be key to language learning success. If you want to learn more about the scientific research consulted for this video, and how Mango guides learners, take a look a...
Science Behind Language Learning | How Languages You Know Influence the Language You're Learning
February 16, 2022 16:00 - 12 minutes - 8.34 MBDo the languages you know influence the language you’re learning? In this episode of the Science Behind Language Learning series, your guide Kaitlyn Tagarelli (Linguist, PhD) breaks down cross-linguistic influences in second and third language learning. We'll explore how similarities and differences between languages can help or hurt the language-learning process, sometimes in ways that you might not expect! If you haven't seen our last video on how some languages are more difficult than ot...
How Language Works | What is Language?
February 09, 2022 16:00 - 10 minutes - 7.33 MBYou use language every day – but how much do you really know about it? Welcome to Mango’s foundational series, How Language Works, where we break down everything you need to know about the world of language. In this podcast, your guide Emily (linguist, PhD) is giving you a backstage pass to understanding this thing we call Language. Ready to dive in? For the blog article and to try out our interactive quiz on language, click here: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/what-is-language-lets-talk-l...
Learning Tips & Tricks | 4 Tips for Mastering Pronunciation (In Any Language)
January 13, 2022 16:00 - 9 minutes - 6.69 MBAre you having difficulty fine-tuning your pronunciation to sound like a native speaker? Perhaps it's a struggle to pronounce tones in Mandarin Chinese correctly, or to trill your r's in Spanish. In this video, your language guide Emily (linguist, PhD) shares four simple and actionable tips that you can use to improve your pronunciation, in any language! Sign up here for more FREE language learning content (like the awesome goal-setting worksheet we mentioned in the video): https://info.man...
Learning Tips & Tricks | Why Is Pronunciation So Hard?
January 06, 2022 16:00 - 7 minutes - 5.09 MBMastering pronunciation in a new language can be really challenging. But you shouldn't feel bad about it – because there are real underlying reasons for why that’s the case! In this podcast, your language guide Emily (linguist, PhD) summarizes exactly why pronouncing words in your target language can be difficult, so that you can feel more confident and in control of your language learning process! Sign up here for more FREE language learning content (like the awesome goal-setting worksheet...
Science Behind Language Learning | Are Some Languages Harder To Learn?
January 05, 2022 16:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MBAre all languages equally difficult, or are some harder to learn than others? In our latest podcast, your guide Kaitlyn Tagarelli (Linguist, PhD) takes a look at how the Foreign Service Institute (FSI) answers this question. Watch along as Kaitlyn breaks down the FSI’s 4 language difficulty categories and explains the features that might make a language harder or easier to learn. To download all the available language learning content we mentioned in this episode, or if you’d like the blog ...
Teaching Tips & Tricks | 6 Ways to Make Language Learning an Adventure
January 04, 2022 16:00 - 10 minutes - 7.55 MBIf you’re like most language teachers, you want your students to see language learning as an adventure. From the process of discovering and learning, to being inspired about the culture and history, students who seek the adventure in language will have a richer experience. In this podcast, your language guide Emily (linguist, PhD) shares 6 fun and easy ways for you to help your students see language learning as an adventure. Watch our video on creating a more culturally diverse classroom he...
Learning Tips & Tricks | 5 Easy Ways to Build Language-Learning Muscle
December 16, 2021 16:00 - 7 minutes - 5.29 MBWhen it comes to motivation, language learning is a lot like hitting the gym! In this podcast, your guide Emily (linguist, PhD) shares 5 practical tips for building your language learning “muscle.” By the end of this episode, you'll feel pumped up and motivated – ready to put these tips into action and see results! Sign up here for more FREE language learning content (like the awesome goal-setting worksheet we mentioned in the podcast): https://info.mangolanguages.com/glc-signup And to lea...
Learning Tips & Tricks | 5 Easy Ways to Build Language-Learning Muscle
December 16, 2021 16:00 - 7 minutes - 5.29 MBWhen it comes to motivation, language learning is a lot like hitting the gym! In this podcast, your guide Emily (linguist, PhD) shares 5 practical tips for building your language learning “muscle.” By the end of this episode, you'll feel pumped up and motivated – ready to put these tips into action and see results! Sign up here for more FREE language learning content (like the awesome goal-setting worksheet we mentioned in the podcast): https://info.mangolanguages.com/glc-signup And to lea...
Teaching Tips & Tricks | 5 Fun & Easy Ways to Use Spaced Repetition
December 14, 2021 16:00 - 9 minutes - 6.39 MBLooking to improve your students’ long-term retention of the language content you teach? Look no further than Spaced Repetition! In our last podcast, we covered what Spaced Repetition is and why it matters to language learning. In this episode, your language guide Emily (linguist, PhD) shares 5 practical tips for how you can apply Spaced Repetition to your classroom! Didn't catch our last podcast on the Spacing Effect? Listen here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1818324/9526122 Looking to dow...
Learning Tips & Tricks | 5 Ways Language Learning Is Like Hitting the Gym
December 09, 2021 16:00 - 8 minutes - 5.65 MBIf you’re learning a language, you need to think about the process in a way that inspires you – because doing so can change your whole approach to language learning. In this podcast, your guide Emily (linguist, PhD) explains 5 ways learning a language is like hitting the gym. Sign up here for more FREE language learning content (like the awesome goal-setting worksheet we mentioned in the podcast): https://info.mangolanguages.com/glc-signup To learn more about how language learning relates ...
Teaching Tips & Tricks | What Is the Spacing Effect?
December 07, 2021 16:00 - 10 minutes - 7.06 MBAs a language teacher, you want your students to remember the language long after they leave class. Of course, that doesn’t always happen, but what if there was a way for you to help them retain the language longer? That’s where the Spacing Effect comes in! In this podcast, your language guide Emily (teacher, PhD) is talking about the Spacing Effect, which is one of the most well-researched, yet under-utilized learning principles. What is it, why does it matter to language learning, and wha...
Teaching Tips & Tricks | What is the Dialect Dilemma?
December 02, 2021 16:00 - 8 minutes - 5.82 MBIf you’re learning a language, you need to know about dialects. Dialects are different ways of speaking a language – think British English vs. American English. But when you're learning your target language, should you absorb multiple dialects, or just one? In this podcast, your guide Emily (linguist, PhD) shares why dialects matter, and the 4 things you need to know about them in order to reach your language goals! Sign up here for more FREE language learning content (like the awesome goal...
Science Behind Language Learning | 4 Key Differences Between First and Second Language Learning
December 01, 2021 16:00 - 13 minutes - 9.47 MBSome people quickly become fluent in their second languages, while others struggle to get past even basic conversation. Yet everyone seems to learn their first language with ease. In this podcast, your guide Kaitlyn Tagarelli (Linguist, PhD) dives into the differences between first and second language learning. In particular, 4 key factors that help explain why learning outcomes are so much more variable in second language learning. To download all the available language learning content we...
Teaching Tips & Tricks | What Does Growth Mindset Have to Do With Language Learning?
November 30, 2021 16:00 - 9 minutes - 6.28 MBFor your students, a growth mindset will beat out a fixed mindset, every day of the week. Your language guide Emily (teacher, PhD) will explain what the difference is, why growth mindsets matter, and provide 4 easy tips to foster growth and help your students embrace a more resilient approach to language learning! Looking to download our White Paper or Setting Good Goals PDF we mentioned in this podcast? Click here to access: https://info.mangolanguages.com/glc-signup If you’d like the blo...
Learning Tips & Tricks | Dialectal Diversity: Language Learning "In the Wild"
November 18, 2021 16:00 - 5 minutes - 4.11 MBIn this episode of our "In the Wild" mini-series (Part 3 of 3), you’ll learn the basics of dialectal diversity: what is it, how does it work, and what should you know about it when you’re out having conversations out “in the wild?” Sign up here for more FREE language learning content (like the awesome goal-setting worksheet we mentioned in the podcast): https://info.mangolanguages.com/glc-signup To learn some helpful tips and tricks to train your ear for dialectal diversity, check out this...
Teaching Tips & Tricks | Why Formative Assessments Are a Teacher's Biggest Super Power
November 16, 2021 16:00 - 7 minutes - 4.97 MBIn this podcast, your language guide Emily (teacher, PhD) will talk about the power of formative assessments. You’ll learn what formative assessments are, why they matter, and 3 easy ways you can incorporate more of them into your language class! Looking to download our White Paper or Setting Good Goals PDF we mentioned in this episode? Click here to access: https://info.mangolanguages.com/glc-signup Watch our video on the Fluency Illusion here: https://youtu.be/sJA6ML7tivs or learn more ...
Learning Tips & Tricks | Sound Blending: Language Learning "In the Wild"
November 11, 2021 16:00 - 6 minutes - 4.64 MBIn this episode of our "In the Wild" mini-series (Part 2 of 3), you’ll learn everything you need to know about sound blending: what is it, why does it matter, and what should you know about it when you’re out having conversations out “in the wild?” Sign up here for more FREE language learning content (like the awesome goal-setting worksheet we mentioned in the podcast): https://info.mangolanguages.com/glc-signup If you’d like the blog article that accompanies this episode, click here: http...
Teaching Tips & Tricks | Building Your Students' Intuition for Grammar
November 09, 2021 16:00 - 10 minutes - 7.16 MBThe key to making target language grammar feel effortless for your students is (drum roll please…) intuition building! In this podcast, your guide Emily (educator, PhD) talks more about the importance of implicit learning activities, and shares 4 fun and easy tips for building your students’ intuition for target language grammar. Looking to download our White Paper or Setting Good Goals PDF we mentioned in this episode? Click here to access: https://info.mangolanguages.com/glc-signup If yo...
Learning Tips & Tricks | Idiomatic Expressions: Language Learning "In the Wild"
November 04, 2021 15:00 - 4 minutes - 3.44 MBIn this "In the Wild" mini-series, your guide Emily (linguist, PhD) breaks down why hearing your target language “in the wild” may be different from how you learned it. It all boils down to 3 main things: (1) idiomatic expressions, (2) sound blending, and (3) dialectal diversity. In this podcast episode (Part 1 of 3), you’ll learn everything you need to know about idiomatic expressions: what they are, why they matter, and what you can do about them to reach your fluency goals. Sign up here ...
Science Behind Language Learning | The 9 Essential Terms of Second Language Acquisition
November 03, 2021 15:00 - 11 minutes - 7.86 MBLooking forward to more adventures in Second Language Acquisition (SLA), but don’t quite know where to start? Have no fear! In this podcast, your guide Kaitlyn Tagarelli (Linguist, PhD), will walk you through the 9 essential terms that you'll need to take with you on your journey into the world of SLA. Some of these terms might not be new to you, but we suspect that the way linguists use them, might be! To download our slide deck and printable flashcards we mentioned in this episode, or if ...
Teaching Tips & Tricks | Accessibility in the Language Learning Classroom
November 02, 2021 15:00 - 7 minutes - 5.03 MBHow can you make your class optimally accessible to each student while also avoiding teacher burnout? In this podcast, your guide Emily (educator, PhD) will be sharing key points every teacher should know – from the power of planned flexibility to the idea of “multiple points of entry.” Looking to download our White Paper or Setting Good Goals PDF we mentioned in this podcast? Click here to access: https://info.mangolanguages.com/glc-signup Check out our video on Creating a Student-Driven ...
Learning Tips & Tricks | How to Have Less Awkward Conversations in Your Target Language
October 28, 2021 15:00 - 11 minutes - 8 MBIf you’re like most language learners, you probably get a little nervous talking to native speakers, and would like to learn some simple strategies for making those interactions go more smoothly. In this podcast, your guide Emily (linguist, PhD) will cover 5 tips on how to make conversations in your target language less awkward. By the end of this episode, you’ll be equipped with the tools to speak more confidently – and comfortably – in your target language! Sign up here for more FREE la...