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5 Tips for a Successful Foreign Language Study Plan
by LucaA good language study plan is worth a thousand “I wish I could speak XYZ“s. Unfortunately, many people wind up abandoning their language studies, never attaining their dreams. The reasons vary, but ultimately often involve a lack of […]
Read MoreThe Best Spanish Podcasts for Learning
by SamuelListening to Spanish podcasts is an amazing way to practice your Spanish skills. Podcasts are convenient, fun, and usually free. You can quickly improve your Spanish listening comprehension skills by incorporating a few minutes of Spanish podcasts into […]
Read MoreHow Learning a Language Abroad Changed My Life
by JamesAs I mentioned in the Q & A about the best way to learn a language, I don’t believe you need to live in another country to achieve that goal. With the hindsight of having learnt Spanish in Colombia, I […]
Read MoreFiled Under: LanguagesTagged With: learning techniques travelWhat’s the Best Way to Learn a Language?
by JamesWhat’s the best way to learn another language? (and other popular questions………!) Last month we asked James to write about failing his French GCSE at 16 and how 14 years later, he managed to teach himself Spanish in less than 7 months. […]
Read MoreFiled Under: LanguagesTagged With: learning techniques practiceWhy MosaLingua is Not a Game to Learn a Language
by SamuelI’m a huge fan of learning languages through play. Some people play “serious games” for all sorts of educational purposes. The idea is to play a video game and learn at the same time. As a former gamer, I […]
Read MoreFiled Under: MosaLinguaTagged With: learning techniquesThe Best Books to Read to Improve Your Spanish, French, and German
by SamuelFollowing our previous article explaining the language-learning method of reading foreign-language books in their original version, we’re listing—as promised—our recommendations of the best foreign-language books to read.Filed Under: LanguagesTagged With: reading reading comprehension vocabulary11 Great Reasons to Learn Brazilian Portuguese
by LucaBrazilian Portuguese isn’t just a magnificent language, it’s also becoming increasingly useful and sought after at the professional level. As you may already know, I’m currently learning Portuguese. Why? Because I adore its musicality and have fallen in love […]
Read MoreFiled Under: PortugueseHow Reading Helps You Improve Your Foreign Language Skills
by SamuelHow can you learn to write well? How can you enrich your vocabulary? What about improving your ability to express ideas and concepts? And how can you improve your language skills while having fun and enjoying yourself at […]
Read MoreFiled Under: LanguagesTagged With: learning techniques practice reading reading comprehension5 Simple Tips to Immerse Yourself in Your Target Language
by SamuelYou’ve heard it repeatedly: you have to practice what you learn. Otherwise, there’s little point in learning it at all. However, how can you practice when you have a packed schedule and you’re making the most of your […]
Read MoreFiled Under: LanguagesTagged With: learning techniques listening practice readingIf Only MosaLingua Existed When I Took My French GCSE…
by JamesThe saying goes, ‘If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again’. This is great advice, but before you try again, you may need to find out what else you can do instead and change your methods! A tool like […]
Read MoreFiled Under: French