Fletcher asks: "Have your views on flashcards changed?"

• I've been using input-based methods to learn languages recently
• But does this change my approach to learning vocabulary with flashcards?
• Do I display the word in the target language first on my flashcards?

• Make Words Stick - my popular guide for using flashcards to memorise words and phrases in another language

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Johanna asks: "How important is it to review your lesson notes?"

• The principle of review is super important
• In the past, I've spent 15 minutes at the end of the day reviewing what I did in the morning, and it's very effective
• The foundation of memory and mastery is repetition
• Your teacher is right that reviewing your notes is the best way to learn the stuff from the lesson
• However, the question remains... why?
• If the topics aren't relevant to you, it can be demotivating
• But if you have follow-up lessons on the same topic, then reviewing your notes is bound to help you
• It's the big conundrum of classroom learning - is the stuff actually relevant or interesting to you?
• I suggest dealing with the reality in front of you and doing your best to learn it
  • Review the whole text, not just the vocab
  • Study "smart" not "hard" - e.g. identify the really important words and work hard to remember them

• Free Listening Course - a free email course to help you memorise vocabulary

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In this solo episode, Olly gives you some updates on what's been going on.

• Update on the Short Story Book launch, worldwide and in US & Canada
• How to claim your book launch bonuses
• Random coincidences
• Language Masters event in London with Michel Thomas
• About the Language Influencer Summit
• Polyglot Conference 2019

New language material to master grammar

Resources Mentioned:

• Short Story for Beginner Books with Teach Yourself (including information on bonuses)
• Language Influencer Summit 2019 - for bloggers, YouTubers, IG'ers, podcasters in the field of language learning
• Polyglot Conference - Slovenia October 2018
• Conversations - story-based listening material for intermediate learners

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In this episode, you're going to hear an interview I did on another podcast, the newly-released Reaching for Words show. The reason I wanted to share this episode on this show was that I thought the interview was uncommonly good, and host Rob asked me a lot of good questions that allowed us to discuss a lot of common topics from a beginner perspective.

Rob talks with Olly Richards about the role of memorisation in language learning:

• Do memory champions make the best language learners?
• Is memorisation really important?
• Active vs passive memorisation
• Memorisation tips and techniques for language learning

• Reaching for Words Podcast - iTunes, Website  

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Austin asks: "Any tips for learning French together with my wife?"

• Learning your partner's language can be fraught with problems
• Learning a new language with your partner sounds like a great idea!
• The activity itself, and the benefit for your relationship is far more important that the efficacy of the approach, I think
• You might find yourself with different learning preferences, and that will be something you'll need to compromise on
• If you want to learn the language to a higher level, you'll need to find your own path in time

• Short Stories in French for Beginners - my new book of short stories with Teach Yourself
• French Foundations - master the basics of French in two weeks

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Maria asks: How can I integrate revision into my schedule?

• Revision needs to be meaningful and you need to know it works
• It's possible to waste a lot of time with revision, time that you could be spending with more content
• It can be tricky with multiple languages
• I tend to think of revision now more as a question of repeating content - listening/reading to things over and over
• Important point: Things that you want to "revise" will learn themselves naturally over time
• Taking notes is a funny one... many people literally never look at them again
• My personal revision process involves:
  • Putting key phrases into flashcards and reviewing regularly
  • Highlighting useful words/phrases for lessons
  • Covering topics multiple times in speaking sessions
• I deal with grammar by:
  • Putting complete sentences into flashcards
  • Looking briefly at rules, and then noticing how that grammar is used in real content

• Bulletproof Memory - My complete programme for developing a world-class memory & never forgetting another word
• IWTYAL 246 - Why do some gurus advise against learning multiple languages at the same time?

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Ellen asks: How should I supplement my university language course?

• It's good to think about how you want your language skills to develop post-uni, not just how to pass your exams!
• Many people studying languages at uni cannot speak when they graduate
• At uni, you'll get a huge amount of "education"... there's no risk of you not learning all the important stuff
• It's natural to want to master the vocabulary and grammar you meet, but you won't be able to do that by more study
• The way to master vocab and grammar, and to learn to speak the language confidently over time is by making the language a part of your life
• Find things you like in Spanish and German and spend as much time as possible enjoying them! I give you permission to put the books away and have fun!

• Casa de Papel - an extraordinarily good Spanish tv series

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Terry asks: What should I do when I lose my motivation?

• Motivation to learn makes or breaks your learning project
• Sunk cost fallacy - the more time you've put into something the harder it is to let go
• Languages need to be a living breathing part of your life, or it's hard to keep them up

• IWTYAL 256: The extraordinary power of haircuts in language learning
• New Books - visit the launch page to find out about the books and bonuses!

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In this episode, I finally reveal the "big news" I've been teasing you with for over 2 years!

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In this episode, I react to the never-ending belief that children's book are good for language learning.

Why I'll never recommend that adults should use kids' books for language learning:

• The vocabulary is NOT high-frequency
• The grammar is NOT simple
• The content is NOT interesting or relevant

Readings from:

• Harry Potter and the Philsopher's Stone
• Hansel and Gretel
• Jack and the FlumFlum Tree

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