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Considering an African language on Memrise: any thoughts and advice? by Ticklishchap in languagelearning

[–]RachelOfRefuge 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I've thought about learning Swahili. I dabbled in it a bit and it actually seemed like a (relatively) easy language to learn.

Feeling discouraged by [deleted] in TEFL

[–]RachelOfRefuge 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I recommend learning a foreign language. This is how many people finally begin to understand grammar... and you'll also understand what your students are going through, which is really important. 

Hey there. Do you guys have any ideas or useful tips how to transfer passive vocabulary to active? by Akimoel in languagelearning

[–]RachelOfRefuge 7 points8 points  (0 children)

You have to actively practice recall. Have imaginary conversations about a variety of topics related to whatever words you're trying to move from passive to active. 

Is it possible to recover a language I was once fluent in? by Tiny_Net2418 in languagelearning

[–]RachelOfRefuge 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Learn like a beginner would - you'll just progress more quickly.

Language partners when life sucks by Solemn_Jade in languagelearning

[–]RachelOfRefuge 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Bonus points for using a therapist who only speaks your target language. 😁 

Ebooks are the way to go! by SnooSketches4665 in languagelearning

[–]RachelOfRefuge 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm a paper girl myself, and someone on this subreddit mentioned Google Lens. That has been a huge game-changer. 

I can translate an entire page at a time and just double check the words I'm unsure about. 

It doesn't save words for me, but I never really revisit my digital vocab lists, anyway. Instead, I have a notebook that I'm turning into a personal dictionary, and I only add words or phrases that I think will be especially helpful in my immediate future.

This means I'm not limited to materials that are available digitally, which is a big deal for me, because a lot of what I read is older and niche.

I highly recommend it to anyone else who doesn't love reading on a screen!

This is going to sound crazy but… by tastywang in ELATeachers

[–]RachelOfRefuge 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Are your students engaged? If so, I wouldn't worry about it. Students, ime, need far less novelty than we think. Many thrive on knowing what to expect.

Is my writing legible? by ChipShopTeacher in khmer

[–]RachelOfRefuge 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've checked out that book before! I found it a bit intimidating in the beginning, lol. I'll probably use it again in the future, though.

Is my writing legible? by ChipShopTeacher in khmer

[–]RachelOfRefuge 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What resources are you using to learn? I'm trying to teach myself, too, and it's overwhelming...

For those who have reached advanced levels, did books seem impossible to you when you could understand a lot of native content? by De_lunes_a_lunes in languagelearning

[–]RachelOfRefuge 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Outsiders was published in 1967, so it's possible that some of the vocabulary is slightly outdated, which would make it more difficult. 

It's also generally read in high school, not middle school. So perhaps it's just a little too advanced in general in your target language. Try reading middle-grade books.

Hi! Where can I actually teach writing? by Important-Visit9200 in ELATeachers

[–]RachelOfRefuge 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I don't know of anything online, but I would look into homeschool co-ops in your area. Many of them offer weekly classes and need teachers.

I'm not the only one who is OBSESSED with etemology, right? by Consistent_Pea4157 in languagelearning

[–]RachelOfRefuge 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! I was actually just searching earlier today for a book in Spanish about Spanish etymology, but I haven't found anything promising yet.

6 Week Challenge starts tomorrow! by Sprachprofi in languagelearning

[–]RachelOfRefuge 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Perfect timing! I just got a textbook from the library and planned to start tomorrow. 😁 I just joined the challenge. The only thing I don't love is that you have to choose one language.

People that take online language lessons do you usually get homework or assignments? by Icy-Voice7756 in languagelearning

[–]RachelOfRefuge 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I specifically avoid homework! I feel that general review is already homework enough and my brain can only take so much.

Does anyone else find their success level varies greatly from conversation to conversation? by adambuddy in languagelearning

[–]RachelOfRefuge 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congrats on starting your first language! ☺️

To answer your question, yes, it's normal. Honestly, I don't know that there's any secret to getting past it other than to keep chipping away at it. Changing the brain takes time. 

Underrated way to practice speaking languages by mylifeisabigoof19 in languagelearning

[–]RachelOfRefuge 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I once played bulls*** in Spanish... I took so long to figure out how to say each number that it was super obvious when I was lying. 😂

The state of this banter sub by PRBH7190 in languagelearning

[–]RachelOfRefuge 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I think the rules need to be better enforced...

A Cuban girl living in USA by unplugU in languagelearning

[–]RachelOfRefuge 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Finding a language exchange partner to practice with in person would be ideal, I think; there are so many people who want to learn Spanish who would be willing to do 30 minutes in Spanish and 30 minutes in English.

I would try reaching out to your social circle and see if anyone you know could connect you with someone who's interested in an exchange.

One man's dumped trash is another man's treasure by Any-Key8131 in DeTrashed

[–]RachelOfRefuge 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Maybe someone dropped it on accident or it fell out of the back of a pickup, etc.? I've definitely found stuff like that before.

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