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  • Language learning myths - Free Podcast #9
    Hi everyone, my name is David, and it is my goal to help you learn English faster. Learning to speak English is easier than you think, you just need to use the correct learning methods. Remember that you can access the complete written transcripts for each podcast at learningenglishfaster.com.
    In this episode we will be discussing the following:
    Part 1 - Common language learning myths
    Part 2 –The best way to learn a new language
    Part 3 – Different perspectives (Past, Present, Future)
    Part 1 - Common language learning myths:
    Myth #1: The first myth that I would like to address is the common belief that you must have some special natural ability to learn a new language. This is simply false, even intelligence is a very poor indicator of how well someone can learn a new language. It really comes down to two things: method and practice. In other words, you need to use the correct learning methods and you need to practice on a very regular basis.
    Myth #2: The second myth I would like to confront is that belief that only children can learn a second language. Children do have some advantages over adults. Children do not have pre-existing pronunciation and grammatical habits that interfere with their language learning. Also, children are exposed to countless hours of the language that they are learning. In addition, they are not afraid to make mistakes. However, when adults are determined to practice a language consistently and use the best learning methods, they can learn just as fast or even faster than a child.
    Myth #3: Another myth is that immersion is the best way to learn a language. From personal experience, I can tell you without any doubt at all that this is not true. You do get really good at saying common phrases like “good morning” and “have a good day,” but you don’t really get to practice the language. In addition, it is usually easy to get by without speaking in the language you are trying to learn. For example, it is not uncommon to find people who have lived in the United States for more than twenty years and still do not speak English.
    Myth #4: Another complete myth is that you can learn a language in weeks or months. Anyone trying to tell you that you will be able to speak fluently in days, weeks, or even months is obviously trying to sell you something. You can greatly reduce the time it takes to learn a new language by 1) using the correct learning methods and 2) getting regular practice. However, even with the best techniques and regular practice, it will take most people years to truly become fluent in any language.
    Part 2 –The best way to learn a new language:
    The very best and by best, I mean fastest way to learn how to speak a new language is by listening to it on a very regular basis. After you have developed a basic vocabulary of the most common words in a language the next step is to listen, listen, and listen some more. The more you listen, the more your mind will get used to common phrases and verbal patterns. You do not need to know 20,000 words to speak fluently in another language. For starters, you should focus on learning the very most common 250 to 500 words. This is your basic vocabulary and can be achieved quickly using free online resources such as duolingo.com or even with good old-fashion flash cards. The good new is that learning your basic vocabulary is the difficult part. Now, you can continue learning by listening and listening a lot. Once you have acquired a vocabulary of 1,000 to 3,000 words, you will be able to carry on everyday simple conversations. Once you know 4,000 to 10,000 you will be able to speak at an advanced level. Anything above 10,000 words puts you at a fully fluent or even a native-speaker level. Again, you should focus on learning the most common phrases and verbal patterns and the best way to do this is by, you guessed it, listening, listening, and listening some more. The good news is that you do not even need to pay 1
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    15 min
  • Preview of Huckleberry Finn - Free Podcast #8-

    Small sample from Huckleberry Finn

    Instructions: For now, just listen to the small section of story and try to paint a picture of what is happening in your mind. It is always a good idea to read and look up any words you do not know before starting the lesson.

    Remember that you can access the complete written transcripts for each podcast at LearningEnglishFaster.com


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    15 min
  • Huckleberry Finn preview - Free Podcast #8-
    Introduction to the advanced-intermediate level
    Last week, you heard a small sample form the low-intermediate course called: Adventures of Tom Sawyer. Today, I will present another very small sample from the advanced-intermediate course called: Huckleberry Finn. This free podcast may be difficult for some students because it is designed for a more advanced level. The main differences between the two courses are that in the advanced-intermediate course, I use a more advanced vocabulary, more advanced speech patterns, and I speak a little faster. In Huckleberry Finn, I speak closer to how a native American would normally speak. If you find this level very difficult to follow, I recommend staying with the low-intermediate course and these free podcasts until your comprehension increases.
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    15 min
  • Preview of Tom Sawyer - Free Podcast #7-
    Today we will look at a small section of the low-intermediate audio course based on The Adventures of Tom Sawyer.
    Just listen to the small section of story and enjoy. It is a good idea to read the story and look up any words you do not know first.
    Tom was a country boy who lived with his Aunt Polly and little brother, Sid, in a small Missouri town next to the Mississippi River. Tom’s aunt wondered if she was doing a good job of raising him. She could not bring herself to be harsh with him because he is her dead sister’s child. Tom played hooky from school, and he would have gotten away with it, if his little brother, Sid, did not tell Aunt Polly. “Playing hooky” is another way of saying that Tom did not go to school.
    Now, you will hear a small part of the story. Then, you will hear a simple question followed by a pause. During this pause, you should answer the question out loud. Short and quick answers are best. This question and answer technique simulates a conversation and is designed to help you to start thinking in English. You should answer the questions as if you were Tom.
    Tom was a country boy who lived with his Aunt Polly and little brother, Sid, in a small Missouri town next to the Mississippi River.
    -Tom, do you live in the country or the city?
    I live in the country with my Aunt Polly and little brother, Sid. We live by the mighty Mississippi River. Tom’s aunt wondered if she was doing a good job of raising him.
    -Is your aunt sure that she is doing a good job of raising you?
    No, she is not sure, she tries to do a good job, but she is not sure. She could not bring herself to be harsh with him because he is her dead sister’s child.
    -Is your Aunt Polly harsh with you?
    No, my Aunt Polly cannot bring herself to be harsh with me because I am her dead sister’s child. Tom played hooky from school, and he would have gotten away with it, if his little brother, Sid, did not tell Aunt Polly.
    -Did your little brother, Sid, tell your Aunt Polly that you did not go to school?
    Yes, and I would have gotten away with it if he kept his big mouth shut.
    However, before Aunt Polly could question Tom about skipping school, he escaped. In the small town of St. Petersburg, Tom met a stranger; another boy who Tom did not know. The other boy was dressed like a “city slicker” according to Tom. Both boys exchanged insults, and both threatened to get their bigger bothers involved.
    However, before Aunt Polly could question Tom about skipping school, he escaped.
    -Did your Aunt Polly question you about skipping school?
    No, she tried to question me about skipping school, but I escaped before she had the opportunity. In the small town of St. Petersburg, Tom met a stranger; another boy who Tom did not know.
    -Did you meet an old friend?
    No, I met a stranger, another boy who I did not know. The other boy was dressed like a “city slicker” according to Tom.
    -Did the other boy dress like he was from the city?
    Yes, the other boy was dressed up all fancy, like he was from the city. Both boys exchanged insults, and both threatened to get their bigger bothers involved.
    -Did you threaten to get your little brother, Sid, involved?
    No, I did not threaten to get my little brother, Sid. I threatened to get my bigger brother involved. I do not really have a bigger brother, but the other boy does not know that.
    -The Story-
    Now, just relax, listen to the story, and try to paint a picture in your mind as it is being told.
    Tom was a country boy who lived with his Aunt Polly and little brother Sid in a small Missouri town next to the Mississippi River. Tom’s aunt wondered if she was doing a good job of raising him. She could not bring herself to be harsh with him because he is her dead sister’s child. Tom played hooky from school, and he would have gotten away with it if his little brother, Sid, did not tell Aunt Polly. However, before Aunt Polly could question Tom about skipping school, he escaped. In the small town
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    11 min
  • Who was Mark Twain? Free Podcast #6

    In this episode we will be discussing the following:

    Part 1 – Who was Mark Twain

    Part 2 – Mark Twain’s most famous works

    Part 3 – Short story

    Part 4 – Questions and answers

    Remember that you can access the written transcripts for each podcast at learningenglishfaster.com.

    14 min
  • Who was Mark Twain? - Free Podcast #6
    *In this episode we will be discussing the following:*
    *Part 1 – Who was Mark Twain*
    *Part 2 – Mark Twain’s most famous works*
    *Part 3 – Short story*
    *Part 4 – Questions and answers*
     Remember that you can access the written transcripts for each podcast at learningenglishfaster.com.
    Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/free-podcast-1/donations
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    14 min
  • Automate your English - Free Podcast # 4

    Remember that you can access the complete written transcripts for each podcast at LearningEnglishFaster.com

    In this episode we will be discussing the following:

    Part 1 -Automating your English

    Part 2-Learning by listening

    Part 3-Short story

    13 min
  • Who does not love pizza? - Free Podcast # 3

    Remember that you can access the written transcripts for each podcast at LearningEnglishFaster.com.

    In this episode we will be discussing the following:

    Part 1 - The best way to learn grammar

    Part 2 - The best pizza in the world

    Part 3 - Different perspectives (present, past future)

    16 min

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