In this video, I talk to my language exchange partner Martin Weiss about the best method to learn a language. We discuss everything related to language learning and even do a demo of me learning a new language using his method.
Watch the video where we speak in 12 different languages: https://youtu.be/ebuzqLIjVig
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Introduction
00:37 Language learning method that applies to learners and teachers
01:07 Think of yourself as a self-teacher (not just as a learner)
02:07 Have multiple teachers
03:11 What to look for in a language learning teacher
04:07 Does the teacher need to be a native speaker?
05:20 Introducing Martin's language learning Method. Point 1 - No translating, avoid using your native language
08:15 How to introduce new words without using your native language to translate
12:12 Point 2 - Follow a simple pattern
17:35 Point 3 - Don't jump around. Change only one or two words per sentence
19:45 Does this method work with advanced students?
22:39 Language learning demo
29:42 Typical Q&A Sequence
30:41 Discussing the language learning demo
31:55 Point 4 - Get the big picture
33:27 What language was the demo in?
36:29 Should the teacher speak at a slower pace?, Point 5 - Use a natural pace
37:49 Story of full immersion
44:37 Points 6,7 - Always start with the people in the room, keep content relatable
50:39 How does the method apply in group class
55:30 Point 8 - Add natural emotion to your voice and words
01:00:17 Do you teach differently if the student already speaks a similar language?
01:03:09 How much repetition?
01:04:50 Summary of the language learning method
01:08:32 How to find a teacher that teaches with this method?
01:13:26 Finishing thoughts
01:16:42 Outro blooper
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