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063: Can texting improve spoken fluency?

063: Can texting improve spoken fluency?

FromStoryLearning Podcast


063: Can texting improve spoken fluency?

FromStoryLearning Podcast

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Length:
11 minutes
Released:
Nov 13, 2015
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Andy asks: "I've found that texting really helps fluency in my target language...but does it work for everyone?"
In this episode:

The benefits of text chat in a foreign language
Common expressions
Natural interaction
The ability to practice often
Like speaking, but slowed down!

Resources mentioned in today's episode:

Olly on Periscope
HelloTalk - my video review

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bixMSfNIgtw

7 ways you can use texting to your advantage in the classroom - from Global Digital Citizen

Start speaking today
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Released:
Nov 13, 2015
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Learning a new language? Get your language learning questions answered by polyglot Olly Richards, who speaks 8 languages and runs the popular blog - I Will Teach You A Language. Whatever's holding you back on the path to fluency, tune in twice a week to get your regular dose of language learning motivation, with Olly and other polyglot guests, such as Benny Lewis, Luca Lampariello, Richard Simcott and Alex Rawlings. Learn Spanish, Learn French, Learn German, Learn Italian, Learn Portuguese, Learn Arabic, Learn Japanese, Learn Chinese