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Learning through Social Media

Learning through Social Media

Learning through Social Media

Many parents can feel hesitant to let their children use social media. However, with the right channels, social media can be beneficial to language learners. Personally, I find social media to be a very convenient tool, and I have been using it since secondary school. Here are a few benefits of utilising social media for language learning: Good Use of Commute Time The content on… Read More

Humans as Resources

Humans as Resources

Humans as Resources

Learning, as a concept, often calls to mind the scholarly image of poring over volumes in hushed libraries or, in this day and age, being glued to a laptop screen. However, I’d like to draw attention to the arguably underestimated power that lies in people, who can be valuable learning resources. From learning a handful of languages to becoming an educator myself, I’ve had the… Read More

Video Games for Language Learning

Video Games for Language Learning

Video Games for Language Learning

Like books, films, and music, video games are an incredible medium for artistic expression and storytelling, and are therefore great tools to improve your language learning. I’ve been a gamer for as long as I can remember, playing everything from big Japanese and Western AAA games to indie gems from all over the world. They’re a great way to connect with friends and get… Read More

Responding to Writing Feedback

Responding to Writing Feedback

Responding to Writing Feedback

Feedback can be a helpful way to understand what changes could improve our writing. For example, a teacher may offer advice that will help you get a better score on a test, exam or assignment. They do this so you can tailor your writing according to the specific requirements of that task and do as well as you possibly can. However, this doesn’t mean you… Read More