Adventures in Language

Do musicians have an “ear” for language learning? Can you learn a second language by listening to music? Why do some languages seem to sound so “musical”? In our latest episode, Kaitlyn Tagarelli (Linguist, PhD) examines the connection between music and language, including how music helps language learning.If you want to learn more about the scientific research consulted for this episode, and how Mango guides learners, take a look at our blog post on this topic: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/music-and-language-learning-a-harmonious-duoHere's some other Mango content that can help you make the most of your language learning adventure:How Prosody WorksHow Sentences WorkThe Four Tones - Basic Chinese Mandarin Ep. 2Are some people just good at learning languages?What motivates you to learn a second language?If you liked this episode, please let us know by following the podcast and leaving us a review! We also invite you to check out our website at: https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. Wondering what languages were used in today's video/episode? English | Recording languageDari |  سَلام (salaam) and خُداحافِظ (khuda haafez) mean “Hello” and “Goodbye” in Dari , one of two of Afghanistan's official languages. Fun fact: Dari is in the same language family as English, German, and Spanish (the Indo-European family)!Italian | Buongiorno and Arrivederci mean “Hello” and “Goodbye” in Italian, an Indo-European language spoken in Italy. Fun fact: There are over 30 different regional varieties spoken across Italy!Interested in learning Dari, Italian, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to start learning! https://mangolanguages.com/appKaitlyn Tagarelli (Ph.D., Georgetown University) is a linguist and the Head of Research at Mango Languages. She holds a Ph.D. in Linguistics from Georgetown University, specializing in how the mind and brain learn languages. Aside from geeking out about all things neuroscience and linguistics, she loves hanging out with her family at their Connecticut home, trying to convince them to speak French with her.George Smith (Ph.D., University of Hawai‛i at Mānoa) is a Linguistics Content Writer at Mango Languages. He holds a Ph.D. in Second Language Studies from the University of Hawai‛i at Mānoa, and conducts research on second language listening, speaking, and vocabulary learning. He is a lifelong teacher and learner who enjoys gabbing about language with his family and friends.

You can probably think of someone who has a great personality. But can you have a great personality for language learning? In our latest episode, Kaitlyn Tagarelli (Linguist, PhD) takes a look at how all the little quirks that make us unique come into play when learning a second language.If you want to learn more about the scientific research consulted for this episode, and how Mango guides learners, take a look at our blog post on this topic: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/can-you-have-a-great-personality-for-language-learningHere's some other Mango content that can help you make the most of your language learning adventure:Why do we get anxious about learning a second language?What motivates you to learn a second language?If you liked this episode, please let us know by following the podcast and leaving us a review! We also invite you to check out our website at: https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages.Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? English | Recording languageUkrainian | Доброго дня (dobroho dnya) and До побачення (doh pobachenya) mean “Hello” and “Goodbye” in Ukrainian, an East Slavic language spoken mainly in Ukraine. Ukrainian is officially recognized as a minority language by more than 10 countries in Eastern Europe.Norwegian | Hallo (HAHLLoh) and Ha det (HAAHdeh) mean “Hello” and “Bye” in Norwegian, a Germanic language spoken in Norway. Interested in learning Ukrainian, Norwegian, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to start learning! https://mangolanguages.com/appKaitlyn Tagarelli (Ph.D., Georgetown University) is a linguist and the Head of Research at Mango Languages. She holds a Ph.D. in Linguistics from Georgetown University, specializing in how the mind and brain learn languages. Aside from geeking out about all things neuroscience and linguistics, she loves hanging out with her family at their Connecticut home, trying to convince them to speak French with her.George Smith (Ph.D., University of Hawai‛i at Mānoa) is a Linguistics Content Writer at Mango Languages. He holds a Ph.D. in Second Language Studies from the University of Hawai‛i at Mānoa, and conducts research on second language listening, speaking, and vocabulary learning. He is a lifelong teacher and learner who enjoys gabbing about language with his family and friends.#languageteaching #languageEd #worldlanguageEd #languagelearning #languagelearners #languagelover

All languages have a certain musicality to them – a specific kind of rhythm, intonation, and melody. This is called prosody, and it contains a lot of linguistic, social, and emotional information. In this episode, Mango Languages linguist Emily Sabo (PhD) is breaking down what exactly prosody is and how it works in your everyday speech. You'll also learn how to listen for prosody's 3 main acoustic features. Enjoy! Come join the Mango family by subscribing to the podcast! Test your knowledge here: https://mangosurvey.typeform.com/to/F9vjL7PiInstagram: @mangolanguagesFacebook: facebook.com/MangoLanguagesWebsite: https://mangolanguages.comContact (app inquiries): send us a message here#prosody #whatisprosody #howintonationworks #linguistics #mangolanguages #howlanguageworksMeet your host! Emily Sabo (PhD, University of Michigan) is a linguist at Mango who specializes in the social and cognitive factors that impact bilingual language processing. Emily is also a language teacher, a producer of the We Are What We Speak docuseries, and get this...a storytelling standup comedian!

Have you ever felt scared, nervous, or anxious when using your second language? In our latest episode, Kaitlyn Tagarelli (Linguist, PhD) discusses how language anxiety shapes the language learning process, and outlines some tips for managing anxious feelings. If you want to learn more about the scientific research consulted for this episode, and how Mango guides learners, take a look at our blog post that accompanies this episode: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/why-do-we-get-anxious-about-learning-a-second-languageHere's some other Mango content that can help you round out your understanding of language anxiety:How does your mind help you learn a second language?  Are some people just good at learning new languages? Am I too old to learn a new language?If you liked this episode, please let us know by following the podcast and leaving us a review! We also invite you to check out our website at: https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. And remember – language is an adventure. Enjoy the ride!Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? English | Recording languageFrench | Bonjour et bienvenue (bo(n)joor eh beea(n)veunu) means “Hello and welcome” in French. À la prochaine (a la prochayn) is short for À la prochaine fois, which means “See you next time!” Interested in learning French or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to start learning! https://mangolanguages.com/appKaitlyn Tagarelli (Ph.D., Georgetown University) is a linguist and the Head of Research at Mango Languages. She holds a Ph.D. in Linguistics from Georgetown University, specializing in how the mind and brain learn languages. Aside from geeking out about all things neuroscience and linguistics, she loves hanging out with her family at their Connecticut home, trying to convince them to speak French with her.George Smith (Ph.D., University of Hawai‛i at Mānoa) is a Linguistics Content Writer at Mango Languages. He holds a Ph.D. in Second Language Studies from the University of Hawai‛i at Mānoa, and conducts research on second language listening, speaking, and vocabulary learning. He is a lifelong teacher and learner who enjoys gabbing about language with his family and friends.

We often don't always say what we mean, and yet we still manage to communicate with each other. How is this possible? Pragmatics! In this short episode led by your friendly neighborhood linguist Emily (PhD), you'll discover the basics of what pragmatics is, why it matters, and how it works. Enjoy!Come join the Mango family by subscribing to the podcast!  “How Semantics Works” ~ https://www.buzzsprout.com/1818324/11101678Test your knowledge here: https://mangosurvey.typeform.com/to/PeUhXWKzInstagram: @mangolanguagesFacebook: facebook.com/MangoLanguagesWebsite: https://mangolanguages.comContact (app inquiries): send us a message here#pragmatics #semantics101 #whatipragmatics #wordmeaning #linguistics #mangolanguages #howlanguageworksMeet your guide/host! Emily Sabo (PhD, University of Michigan) is a linguist at Mango who specializes in the social and cognitive factors that impact bilingual language processing. Emily is also a language teacher, a producer of the We Are What We Speak docuseries, and get this...a storytelling standup comedian!

You may have heard of Mr. Rogers – but do you know MRS. Rogers?! In this episode, you'll get to meet Mrs. Rebecca Rogers, a high-energy high school teacher and social media content creator. Listen in as our host Emily Sabo (linguist, PhD) sits down with Rebecca to talk about (1) the pros and cons of being active on social media as a teacher, (2) how to find your teaching persona when just starting out in your career, and (3) tips for deciding which technology works for your classroom. Since Rebecca's social media content centers around observational comedy relatable to teachers and students, it's no surprise this episode is full of laughs.If you enjoyed the episode, subscribe to the show and leave us a comment or review!#teaching #k12teaching #socialmedia #highschoolteachers #teachersofinstagram #teachersoftiktok #mangolanguages #languagelearning #rrogersworld

What criteria should you consider when buying educational technology (EdTech) for your school? How can you evaluate the effectiveness of EdTech your school has already purchased? What are some best practices for helping teachers integrate new software into their classes? In this episode, our host Emily Sabo (linguist, PhD) sits down with Irving ISD District EL Instructional Lead Enid Sierra to discuss 4 secrets to shopping smart when it comes to EdTech software! ‘You can connect with Enid Sierra at esierra@irvingisd.net or on Twitter @enidpsu. If you enjoyed the episode, subscribe to the podcast or leave us a review! For an example of an EdTech efficacy study, here's ours: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/mango-works-heres-the-proofGet your free PDF here: https://info.mangolanguages.com/hubfs/Downloadable/How%20Language%20Works%20Gated%20Content/TheSecretstoSmartEdTechUse.pdf#languageteaching #worldlanguages #mangolanguages #languagelearning #edtech #educationaltechnology

What does it mean to be a motivated language learner? In our latest episode, Kaitlyn Tagarelli (Linguist, PhD) discusses the role of motivation in second language learning, and the different ways people motivate themselves during their language learning journeys. If you want to learn more about the scientific research consulted for this episode, and how Mango guides learners, take a look at our blog post that accompanies this episode:https://blog.mangolanguages.com/what-motivates-you-to-learn-a-second-languageCheck out the other Mango content mentioned in this episode here:How to Set Good Language Learning GoalsIntroducing Study Reminders: 3 Tips to Bust the 'Too Busy' MythHow to Add Family Members to Mango LanguagesIf you liked this episode, please let us know by following the podcast and leaving us a review! We also invite you to check out our website at: https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. And remember – language is an adventure. Enjoy the ride!Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? English | Recording languageIraqi Arabic  | أهلا (AHlen) and مع السلامة (MA'a AsaLAMA) mean “Hello” and “Goodbye”Danish | Hej (Hai) and Farvel (fahVEL) mean “Hi” and “Goodbye”Interested in learning Iraqi Arabic, Danish, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to start learning! https://mangolanguages.com/appKaitlyn Tagarelli (Ph.D., Georgetown University) is a linguist and the Head of Research at Mango Languages. She holds a Ph.D. in Linguistics from Georgetown University, specializing in how the mind and brain learn languages. Aside from geeking out about all things neuroscience and linguistics, she loves hanging out with her family at their Connecticut home, trying to convince them to speak French with her.George Smith (Ph.D., University of Hawai‛i at Mānoa) is a Linguistics Content Writer at Mango Languages. He holds a Ph.D. in Second Language Studies from the University of Hawai‛i at Mānoa, and conducts research on second language listening, speaking, and vocabulary learning. He is a lifelong teacher and learner who enjoys gabbing about language with his family and friends.#languageteaching #languageEd #worldlanguageEd #languagelearning

If you're like a lot of language teachers today, you're trying to shift learning objectives from a hyper focus on grammatical accuracy to a more holistic communicative competence. And that's no easy task! In this episode, our host Emily Sabo (linguist, PhD) sits down with Georgetown University linguist and Second Language Acquisition researcher Dr. Lara Bryfonski to discuss one of the best solutions out there right now: Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT). Listen to find out what TBLT is and how you can use it in your classroom!To download your free TBLT resources, click here: https://info.mangolanguages.com/hubfs/Downloadable/How%20Language%20Works%20Gated%20Content/WhatIsTBLT_GatedContent.pdfWant to listen to more? Check out our episode on Individual Differences here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1818324/10868335You can connect with Dr. Lara Bryfonski at larabryfonski.com or on Twitter @lbryfo. If you enjoyed the episode, subscribe to the podcast or leave us a review! #languageteaching #worldlanguages #mangolanguages

Words words words. How do they get their meaning? That's what semantics is all about! In this short episode, led by your friendly neighborhood linguist Emily (PhD), you'll learn the 5 things you need to know about semantics. Listen and discover how the relationship between words and their meanings is oddly similar to the the relationship between money and its value. Enjoy!Take our Semantics Quiz: https://mangosurvey.typeform.com/to/mqfj7HpCLooking for more? Check out our related content: How Morphology Works https://www.buzzsprout.com/1818324/10949576Morphology Quiz: https://mangosurvey.typeform.com/to/mqfj7HpCCome join the Mango family by subscribing to the podcast!Instagram: @mangolanguagesFacebook: facebook.com/MangoLanguagesWebsite: mangolanguages.comContact (app inquiries): send us a message here#semantics #semantics101 #whatissemantics #wordmeaning #linguistics #mangolanguages #howlanguageworksMeet your guide/host! Emily Sabo (PhD, University of Michigan) is a linguist at Mango who specializes in the social and cognitive factors that impact bilingual language processing. Emily is also a language teacher, a producer of the We Are What We Speak docuseries, and get this... a storytelling standup comedian!

What is the Seal of Biliteracy, and how can K-12 students get it? In this episode, your host Emily Sabo (linguist, PhD) gets the answers to key questions about what World Language educators simply call ‘“the Seal.” Be a fly on the wall in this fun and informative conversation that features two very special guests: Arthur Chou (one of the Seal's founding fathers) and Nicole Rybak (a student who actually graduated with the Seal). Enjoy!If you enjoyed the episode, subscribe to the show and leave us a comment or review! Seal of Biliteracy website: https://sealofbiliteracy.org/ Connect with Arthur at info@sealofbiliteracy.org Connect with Nicole at https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicole-rybak/  What to listen to next? Listen to our episode on how to access ESSER funding  https://www.buzzsprout.com/1818324/10822127Click here to access the recap we put together on the 8 things to know about the Seal of Biliteracy:  https://info.mangolanguages.com/hubfs/Downloadable/K12%20Gated%20Content/SealofBiliteracy_GatedContent.pdf#languageteaching #worldlanguages #mangolanguages #languagelearning #SoBi #SealofBiliteracy #ESL #bilingualism #multilingualism

What is it about the minds of good language learners that make them so successful? In our latest episode, Kaitlyn Tagarelli (Linguist, PhD) discusses four critical cognitive abilities that help explain individual differences in language learning achievement.If you want to learn more about the scientific research consulted for this episode, and how Mango guides learners, take a look at our blog post where you can find more about the scientific research underlying this episode: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/how-does-your-mind-help-you-learn-a-second-languageCheck out the other podcasts mentioned in this episode here :Learners as Individuals: Are some people just good at learning new languages?What are the Benefits of Being Bilingual?Can You Learn a Language Without Trying?If you liked this episode, please let us know by following the podcast and leaving us a review! We also invite you to check out our website at: https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. And remember – language is an adventure. Enjoy the ride!Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? English | Recording languageHaitian Creole  |  Bonjou (bon-zhoo) and Na wè pita (nah weh pee-tah) mean “Hello” and “See you later!”Cantonese |  你好 (nei5 hou2) and  拜拜 (baai1 baai3) mean “Hello” and “Bye-bye!”Interested in learning Haitian Creole, Cantonese, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to start learning! https://mangolanguages.com/appKaitlyn Tagarelli (Ph.D., Georgetown University) is a linguist and the Head of Research at Mango Languages. She holds a Ph.D. in Linguistics from Georgetown University, specializing in how the mind and brain learn languages. Aside from geeking out about all things neuroscience and linguistics, she loves hanging out with her family at their Connecticut home, trying to convince them to speak French with her.George Smith (Ph.D., University of Hawai‛i at Mānoa) is the Linguistics Content Writer at Mango Languages. He holds a Ph.D. in Second Language Studies from the University of Hawai‛i at Mānoa, and conducts research on second language listening, speaking, and vocabulary learning. He is a lifelong teacher and learner who enjoys gabbing about language with his family and friends.#languageteaching #languageEd #languagelearning #languagelearners  #secondlanguageacquisition #SLA  #individualdifferences #workingmemory #cognitiveabilities

We all know it. When teaching a language, active learning strategies are far more effective for our students than passive ones. So why do we so often find ourselves in a passive classroom rut?! The answer has to do with control. And it turns out, the fix is a LOT simpler than you might think! In this episode, your host Emily Sabo (linguist, PhD) sits down with Susana Matos-Kruck, a former teacher and principal from New Jersey who now runs an educational consulting firm (Up the Bar) for schools looking to improve their approaches to language acquisition. Get ready - because this episode is full of fun, new activities to try with your students, and it'll leave you thinking about active learning in a whole new way! If you enjoyed the episode, subscribe to the show and leave us a comment or review! #languageteaching #worldlanguages #mangolanguages #languagelearning Teaching languages today is as exciting as it is challenging! That's why we here at Mango Languages created “Teaching Languages Today”, a conversational podcast for world language educators that gets to the bottom of what's working – and what's not. Listen in for the problems fellow teachers are facing, learn what solutions they've found – and get some much-needed self-care reminders of why you fell in love with language teaching to begin with. Your host for the show is language teacher and linguistics researcher Emily Sabo (PhD). In each episode, we'll learn to see World Language Ed through a new lens, by sitting down with an all-star lineup of teachers, administrators, and students. It's our hope that the stories you hear in “Teaching Languages Today” will get you thinking – and feeling – differently about what you do in the classroom.

Sentences are made up of words. But what are words made up of? In this episode we're breaking words down by talking about something called morphology. In this short episode led by your trusty language guide Emily (linguist, PhD), you'll learn the 6 things you need to know about morphology. For example you'll get a quick understanding of what morphology is, the different kinds of morphemes that exist, and why the ‘ing' in ‘king' isn't the same as the ‘ing' in ‘traveling.'Test your knowledge and take our free quiz! https://mangosurvey.typeform.com/to/ZBHRcjRMOr learn more about this subject at: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/how-morphology-worksCome join the Mango family by subscribing to the podcast!#morphology 101 #whatismorphology #morphology #linguistics #mangolanguages #howlanguageworks Meet your guide/host! Emily Sabo (PhD, University of Michigan) is a linguist at Mango who specializes in the social and cognitive factors that impact bilingual language processing. Emily is also a language teacher, a producer of the We Are What We Speak docuseries, and get this...a storytelling standup comedian!

When faced with selecting which World Language to study, many high school students end up shrugging and choosing the most popular language track by default. But what if they knew which language really called to them? Enter the “Discovering Languages” program, an exploratory primer course for junior high students! In this episode, our host Emily (linguist, PhD) sits down with Tracye Thomas, Language Acquisition Coordinator at Brazosport Independent School District (Texas). Listen to learn everything you need to know about what a “Discovering Languages” program is, whether it's right for your district, and 4 tips for bringing this innovative program to life at your school! All of that and more in this episode of Teaching Languages Today!If you enjoyed the episode, subscribe to the podcast or leave us a review!#languageteaching #worldlanguages #mangolanguages #languagelearning Teaching languages today is as exciting as it is challenging! That's why we here at Mango Languages created “Teaching Languages Today”, a conversational podcast for world language educators that gets to the bottom of what's working – and what's not. Listen in for the problems fellow teachers are facing, learn what solutions they've found – and get some much-needed self-care reminders of why you fell in love with language teaching to begin with. Your host for the show is language teacher and linguistics researcher Emily Sabo (PhD). In each episode, we'll learn to see World Language Ed through a new lens, by sitting down with an all-star lineup of teachers, administrators, and students. It's our hope that the stories you hear in “Teaching Languages Today” will get you thinking – and feeling – differently about what you do in the classroom.

Have you ever known someone that is really good at learning other languages? Find out why in our latest episode, where Kaitlyn Tagarelli (Linguist, PhD) explores language aptitude and outlines some of the ways language researchers measure it.If you want to learn more about the scientific research consulted for this episode, and and how Mango guides learners, take a look at our blog post that accompanies this episode: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/are-some-people-just-good-at-learning-languagesCheck out the other podcasts mentioned in this episode here:Are Some Languages Harder to Learn?How the Languages You Know Influence the Language You're LearningCan You Learn a Language Without Trying?If you liked this episode, please let us know by following the podcast and leaving us a review! We also invite you to check out our website at: https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. And remember – language is an adventure. Enjoy the ride!Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? English | Recording languageVietnamese | Chào cô! (chow3 koh1) and Chào nhé! (chow3 nheh2) mean “Hello” and “Bye, then”.Greek |  Γεια σας (yah sahs) and Τα λέμε! (tah LEHmeh) mean “Hello” and “Talk to you later”.Interested in learning Vietnamese, Greek, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to start learning! https://mangolanguages.com/appKaitlyn Tagarelli (Ph.D., Georgetown University) is a linguist and the Head of Research at Mango Languages. She holds a Ph.D. in Linguistics from Georgetown University, specializing in how the mind and brain learn languages. Aside from geeking out about all things neuroscience and linguistics, she loves hanging out with her family at their Connecticut home, trying to convince them to speak French with her.George Smith (Ph.D., University of Hawai‛i at Mānoa) is the Linguistics Content Writer at Mango Languages. He holds a Ph.D. in Second Language Studies from the University of Hawai‛i at Mānoa, and conducts research on second language listening, speaking, and vocabulary learning. He is a lifelong teacher and learner who enjoys gabbing about language with his family and friends.#languageteaching #languageEd #worldlanguageEd #languagelearning #languagelearners #languagelover #languageeducation #multilingualism #bilingual #languagematters #linguists #mangolanguages #mangoapp #languageisanadventure #secondlanguage #secondlanguageacquisition #SLA  #languageaptitude

FUNDING! Every language program needs it, but not every school knows how to get it. The good news is that there IS funding out there for your school's language programs, and in this episode, you'll learn everything you need to know about how to get it! Listen in as your host Emily Sabo (linguist, PhD) chats with education funding expert Stephanie Bjork (M.Ed.) about (1) what grants are out there, (2) how you apply for them, and (3) what they can be used for (some may surprise you). Get ready for a great episode, because Stephanie reveals some little-known secrets about educational grant writing that will allow you to elevate your school's language programs from surviving to thriving!If you enjoyed the episode, subscribe to the show and leave us a comment or review! #ESSER #howtogetfunding #grantwritingtips #WLEDfunding #ESLfunding #educationalfunding #EnglishLanguageLearners #ELL #Englishteachers #mangolanguages #languagelearning https://mangolanguages.com/Helpful funding resources mentioned in the episode:Grants.gov Sam.gov www.ed.govemailupdates grantsalert.com www2.ed.govprograms Stephanie Bjork has 17 years of experience in the education industry and currently serves as the Head of Proposal Management at Mango Languages. She holds a Masters of Distance Education and E-Learning (MDE) with a focus on Leadership from the University of Maryland Global Campus and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Acquisition and Contract Manager from Strayer University. You can connect with Stephanie at stephanie.bjork@mangolanguages.com and on LinkedIn as Stephanie Bjork, M.Ed.Teaching languages today is as exciting as it is challenging! That's why we here at Mango Languages created “Teaching Languages Today”, a conversational podcast for world language educators that gets to the bottom of what's working – and what's not. Listen in for the problems fellow teachers are facing, learn what solutions they've found – and get some much-needed self-care reminders of why you fell in love with language teaching to begin with. Your host for the show is language teacher and linguistics researcher Emily Sabo (PhD). In each episode, we'll learn to see World Language Ed through a new lens, by sitting down with an all-star lineup of teachers, administrators, and students. It's our hope that the stories you hear in “Teaching Languages Today” will get you thinking – and feeling – differently about what you do in the classroom.

Why do grammar rules exist? How do our sentences get their structure? What happens when we mix up the order of our words when we speak? In this episode, your language guide Emily (linguist, PhD), is taking you on an exciting adventure to discover the answers to (and the magic behind!) each of those questions. You'll leave with a solid understanding of what syntax is and why it matters. Buckle up - because this episode is “out of this world!”For the blog article and to get your free interactive quiz, click here: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/how-sentences-workIf you liked this episode,  join the Mango Languages fam by subscribing to our podcast! We also invite you to check out our website at: https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. And remember – language is an adventure. Enjoy the ride!Interested in learning Spanish, French, Korean, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to learn more!  https://mangolanguages.com/appEmily Sabo (PhD, University of Michigan) is a linguist at Mango Languages. A Pittsburgh native, her areas of specialization are the social and cognitive factors that impact bilingual language processing. Having studied 7 languages and lived in various countries abroad, she sees multilingualism -- and the cultural diversity that accompanies it -- as the coolest of superpowers. Complementary to her work at Mango, Emily is a Lecturer of Spanish at the University of Tennessee, a Producer of the “We Are What We Speak' docuseries, and get this...a storytelling standup comedian!#syntax101 #whatissyntax #syntax #linguistics #mangolanguages

In this episode, our host Emily Sabo, PhD (linguist, Mango Languages) sits down with Eric Richards, a down-to-earth high school German teacher based out of St Louis, Missouri. A finalist for ACTFL's prestigious 2021 National Language Teacher of the Year award and recipient of Central States' 2020 Teacher of the Year award, Eric is well-known for his contributions in the field. Listen as Emily and Eric discuss several big topics that all boil down to one main thing: growing as a teacher. How do our connections with students evolve across our careers? Why do some teachers grow out of the profession? And how can we grow personally to address our own teacher burnout when it inevitably bubbles up? All of that and more in this episode of Teaching Languages Today!Teaching languages today is as exciting as it is challenging! That's why we here at Mango Languages created “Teaching Languages Today”, a conversational podcast for world language educators that gets to the bottom of what's working – and what's not. Listen in for the problems fellow teachers are facing, learn what solutions they've found – and get some much-needed self-care reminders of why you fell in love with language teaching to begin with. Your host for the show is language teacher and linguistics researcher Emily Sabo (PhD). In each episode, we'll learn to see World Language Ed through a new lens, by sitting down with an all-star lineup of teachers, administrators, and students. It's our hope that the stories you hear in “Teaching Languages Today” will get you thinking – and feeling – differently about what you do in the classroom.If you enjoyed the episode, subscribe to the podcast or leave us a review!#languageteaching #worldlanguages #mangolanguages #languagelearning

Are you fluent in your second language? How do you know? In our latest podcast, Kaitlyn Tagarelli (Linguist, PhD) talks about what it means to be fluent, and why that might look a little different for everyone.View our detailed blog post for more information: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/am-i-fluent-yetNot yet as fluent as you want to be? Check out our video for tips on finding your path to fluency: https://youtu.be/Gt0s29jstSMIf you liked this episode,  join the Mango Languages fam by subscribing to the podcast. We also invite you to check out our website at: https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. And remember – language is an adventure. Enjoy the ride!Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? English (recording language)Thai | สวัสดี (sawat1dii) means both “Hello” and “Goodbye”Dzongkha | སྐུ་གཟུགས་བཟང་པོ། (kuzu zangpo) means “Hello” and ཡར་སི་མས། (yasi mey) means “Goodbye”Interested in learning Thai, Dzongkha, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to start learning! https://mangolanguages.com/appWant to know more about the scientific research underlying this episode? Here's some of the research we consulted in this podcast:DeJong, N. H. (2018). Fluency in Second Language Testing: Insights From Different Disciplines. Language Assessment Quarterly, 15(3), 237-254.Ullman, M. T. & Lovelett, J. T. (2016). Implications of the declarative/procedural model for improving second language learning: The role of memory enhancement techniques. Second Language Research, 4(1), 39-65.Kaitlyn Tagarelli (PhD, Georgetown University) is a Linguist and the Head of Research at Mango Languages. She holds a Ph.D. in Linguistics from Georgetown University, specializing in how the mind and brain learn languages. Aside from geeking out about all things neuroscience and linguistics, she loves hanging out with her family at their Connecticut home, trying to convince them to speak French with her.#languageEd #worldlanguageEd #languagelearning

Did you know that English Language Learners (ELLs) are one of the FASTEST growing student populations in the U.S. (U.S. Department of Education, 2019)? That is just one of the reasons we decided to create this episode, where you'll learn what EVERY teacher and school district administrator should know, understand, and do to set their ELL students up for success. Listen in as your host Emily Sabo (linguist, PhD) chats with ESL (English as a Second Language) specialist Brooke Boutwell about the 'key' to ELL, which comes in the form of a “3-4-5.” That is, Brooke answers 3 FAQs about ELLs, outlines 4 federal U.S. laws that impact ELL programs, and reveals her 5 go-to techniques for content area teachers struggling to engage their ELL students.Click here to download our custom materials on "3-4-5" https://info.mangolanguages.com/hubfs/Downloadable/How%20Language%20Works%20Gated%20Content/TLT_Brooke_Boutwell_Episode_GatedContent.pdfTeaching languages today is as exciting as it is challenging! That's why we here at Mango Languages created “Teaching Languages Today”, a conversational podcast for world language educators that gets to the bottom of what's working – and what's not. Listen in for the problems fellow teachers are facing, learn what solutions they've found – and get some much-needed self-care reminders of why you fell in love with language teaching to begin with. Your host for the show is language teacher and linguistics researcher Emily Sabo (PhD). In each episode, we'll learn to see World Language Ed through a new lens, by sitting down with an all-star lineup of teachers, administrators, and students. It's our hope that the stories you hear in “Teaching Languages Today” will get you thinking – and feeling – differently about what you do in the classroom.If you enjoyed the episode, subscribe to the show and leave us a comment or review! #EnglishLanguageLearners #ELL #Englishteachers #ESL #mangolanguages #languagelearning #teachingtips

Different languages have different ways of dividing up the possible sounds of human speech. They also have different rules for how those sounds relate to and interact with one other. This means they have different phonologies. In this episode, your language guide Emily (linguist, PhD), is taking you on a journey into the fascinating field of phonology. You'll leave knowing what phonology is, how sound systems work, and why it all matters. For the blog article and to get your free interactive quiz, click here:https://blog.mangolanguages.com/sound-systems-of-language Looking for what to listen to next? Try this AWESOME podcast on the building blocks of speech! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1818324/10542970If you liked this episode,  join the Mango Languages fam by subscribing to our podcast! We also invite you to check out our website at: https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. And remember – language is an adventure. Enjoy the ride!Interested in learning Spanish, French, Korean, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to learn more!  https://mangolanguages.com/appEmily Sabo (PhD, University of Michigan) is a linguist at Mango Languages. A Pittsburgh native, her areas of specialization are the social and cognitive factors that impact bilingual language processing. Having studied 7 languages and lived in various countries abroad, she sees multilingualism -- and the cultural diversity that accompanies it -- as the coolest of superpowers. Complementary to her work at Mango, Emily is a Lecturer of Spanish at the University of Tennessee, a Producer of the “We Are What We Speak' docuseries, and get this...a storytelling standup comedian!#whatisphonology #whatarephonemes #linguistics #mangolanguages

Teaching languages today is as exciting as it is challenging! That's why we here at Mango Languages created “Teaching Languages Today”, a conversational podcast for world language educators that gets to the bottom of what's working – and what's not. Listen in for the problems fellow teachers are facing, learn what solutions they've found – and get some much-needed self-care reminders of why you fell in love with language teaching to begin with. Your host for the show is language teacher and linguistics researcher Emily Sabo (PhD). In each episode, we'll learn to see World Language Ed through a new lens, by sitting down with an all-star lineup of teachers, administrators, and students. It's our hope that the stories you hear in “Teaching Languages Today” will get you thinking – and feeling – differently about what you do in the classroom.In this episode, our host Dr. Emily Sabo (linguist, Mango Languages) sits down with a very special guest…the 2022 ACTFL National Teacher of the Year, Heather Sweetser! Heather is a Senior Lecturer of Arabic at the University of New Mexico and an all-around pedagogical rockstar. Listen in as Emily and Heather discuss the benefits of multi-dialectal teaching, the shifts in language ideologies that would transform student outcomes, and their predictions into the future of world language education in the United States. Mango Classroom was designed by linguists & teachers and built on our proven methodology to meaningfully engage World Language and English Learners, building their skills and confidence. Find out more at: https://mangolanguages.com/education/If you enjoyed the episode, subscribe to the podcast or leave us a review!#languageteaching #worldlanguages #mangolanguages #languagelearning 

It's hard to dispute that children turn out to be more successful language learners than adults. But how exactly does this work, and why? In our latest episode, Kaitlyn Tagarelli (Linguist, PhD) explores age effects in language learning, including the hotly contested critical period debate!If you want to learn more about the scientific research consulted for this episode, and how Mango guides learners, take a look at our blog article that accompanies this episode: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/am-i-too-old-to-learn-a-new-languageCheck out our other podcasts that we mentioned here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1818324/9578528 and https://www.buzzsprout.com/1818324/9275644If you liked this episode, join the Mango Languages fam by subscribing to our channel! We also invite you to check out our website at: https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. And remember – language is an adventure. Enjoy the ride!Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? English (recording language)Croatian | Dobar dan (DOHbahr dahn) and Doviđenja (DOHveeDJEHnyah) mean “Hello” and “Goodbye”Indonesian | Halo (hah-lo) and Hati-hati (ha-tee ha-tee) mean “Hello!” and “See you later!”Interested in learning Indonesian or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to start learning! https://mangolanguages.com/appKaitlyn Tagarelli (PhD, Georgetown University) is a Linguist and the Head of Research at Mango Languages. She holds a Ph.D. in Linguistics from Georgetown University, specializing in how the mind and brain learn languages. Aside from geeking out about all things neuroscience and linguistics, she loves hanging out with her family at their Connecticut home, trying to convince them to speak French with her.#multilingualism #ageeffects #SLA

If you're diving into the fascinating world of speech sounds, then one of your first stops has to be learning about the IPA, the International Phonetic Alphabet! Together with your personal language guide Emily (linguist, PhD), you'll get to discover what exactly the IPA is, when to use it, and how it's possible that by studying this one very special piece of paper you can unlock the speech sounds to ALL of the world's languages!For the blog article and to get your free language goodies, click here: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/the-building-blocks-of-speech-how-to-use-the-ipaLooking for what to listen to next? Try this AWESOME podcast about how speech sounds work! https://www.buzzsprout.com/1818324/10347057If you liked this episode,  join the Mango Languages fam by subscribing to our podcast! We also invite you to check out our website at: https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. And remember – language is an adventure. Enjoy the ride!Interested in learning Spanish, French, Korean, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to learn more!  https://mangolanguages.com/appEmily Sabo (PhD, University of Michigan) is a linguist at Mango Languages. A Pittsburgh native, her areas of specialization are the social and cognitive factors that impact bilingual language processing. Having studied 7 languages and lived in various countries abroad, she sees multilingualism -- and the cultural diversity that accompanies it -- as the coolest of superpowers. Complementary to her work at Mango, Emily is a Lecturer of Spanish at the University of Tennessee, a Producer of the “We Are What We Speak' docuseries, and get this...a storytelling standup comedian!Clips used in this episode:Ice Age Funny, Favorite Moments | Saara Koponen | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DxRDJPDKyBkMy Fair Lady Pronunciation | Fabrice Doutreleau | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MJr9SSJKkIIHow to pronounce Zulu clicks with Sakhile Dube | Stray Along The Way | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WHHGOYu6Fl0#howlanguageworks #InternationalPhoneticAlphabet #IPA

In this episode of Adventures in Language, we're talking about the dreaded Summer Slide. What is it, why does it matter, and how can you help your students avoid it? For more resources and to learn more, click here: https://info.mangolanguages.com/summer-slide-2021Join your guide Emily (Spanish teacher and linguistics PhD), as she shares 4 easy ways for you to help your students maintain their motivation and proficiency over the summer months. Listen and learn how you can encourage your students to continue their language learning journeys over the summer – in ways that (importantly!) don't require your time, energy, or labor during your summer vacation. Join the Mango Languages family by subscribing to our channel! You'll be notified when we release more great content like this. If you'd like the full blog article that accompanies this podcast, click here: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/how-to-help-your-language-learners-avoid-the-summer-slide

Sound waves, speech streams, and tongue twirls - oh my! If learning about language piques your curiosity, then buckle up, because in this episode we're taking you on a journey into the fascinating field of phonetics! Together with your personal language guide Emily (linguist, PhD), you'll get to discover some of the magic behind how speech sounds work and learn about the wide-reaching (yet little-known) impact our individual t's and z's actually have on our everyday experiences in the real world. By the end of the episode, you'll have a clearer understanding of what phonetics is, how speech sounds work, and why it all matters.For the blog article and to get your free language goodies, click here: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/how-speech-sounds-worklets-talk-phoneticsIf you liked this podcast, please let us know by hitting that like button, and join the Mango Languages fam by subscribing to our channel! We also invite you to check out our website at: https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. And remember – language is an adventure. Enjoy the ride!Emily Sabo (PhD, University of Michigan) is a linguist at Mango Languages. A Pittsburgh native, her areas of specialization are the social and cognitive factors that impact bilingual language processing. Having studied 7 languages and lived in various countries abroad, she sees multilingualism -- and the cultural diversity that accompanies it -- as the coolest of superpowers. Complementary to her work at Mango, Emily is a Lecturer of Spanish at the University of Tennessee, a Producer of the “We Are What We Speak' docuseries, and get this...a storytelling standup comedian!Clips used in this episode:How to Trill Your Rs | Linguisticator | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cjoOD8SVhosVowel Sounds in French (Learn French With Alexa) | Learn French With Alexa | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0mC2zRtx8h8How to pronounce Zulu clicks with Sakhile Dube | Stray Along The Way | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WHHGOYu6Fl0#howlanguageworks #whatisphonetics #phonetics

Can you learn a language without paying attention, trying, or even knowing that you're learning? In this video of our Science Behind Language Learning series, your guide Kaitlyn Tagarelli (Linguist, PhD) explores implicit and explicit language learning, the continuum they exist on, and why striking a balance between the two might be key to language learning success.If you want to learn more about the scientific research consulted for this video, and how Mango guides learners, take a look at our blog article that accompanies this episode: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/implicit-and-explicit-learningIf you liked this video, please let us know by hitting that like button, and join the Mango Languages fam by subscribing to our channel! We also invite you to check out our website at: https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. And remember – language is an adventure. Enjoy the ride!Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? Cherokee | ᎣᏏᏲ! (O*3si.2yo.1) and ᎪᎯᏴ ᏙᎾᏓᎪᎲᎢ! (Ko*2hi*3yv.1 do*3na.2da*3go*3hv2?i.1!) mean “Hello!” and “See you later!”Interested in learning Cherokee or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to learn more! https://mangolanguages.com/appKaitlyn Tagarelli (PhD, Georgetown University) is a Linguist and the Head of Research at Mango Languages. She holds a Ph.D. in Linguistics from Georgetown University, specializing in how the mind and brain learn languages. Aside from geeking out about all things neuroscience and linguistics, she loves hanging out with her family at their Connecticut home, trying to convince them to speak French with her.#ImplicitLearning #ExplicitLearning #SLA

Do the languages you know influence the language you're learning? In this episode of the Science Behind Language Learning series, your guide Kaitlyn Tagarelli (Linguist, PhD) breaks down cross-linguistic influences in second and third language learning. We'll explore how similarities and differences between languages can help or hurt the language-learning process, sometimes in ways that you might not expect!If you haven't seen our last video on how some languages are more difficult than others, watch it here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZN3R6RhVmEYTo download all the available language learning content we mentioned in this podcast, or if you'd like the blog article that accompanies this episode, click here: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/how-the-languages-you-know-influence-the-languages-youre-learningWe also invite you to check out our website at: https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. And remember – language is an adventure. Enjoy the ride!Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? German | Hallihallo (HAHleeHAHloh) and Tschüssi (chewsee) mean “Hi!” and “Bye!” Interested in learning German or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to start learning! https://mangolanguages.com/appWant to know more about the scientific research consulted for this podcast?Understanding Second Language Acquisition, by Lourdes Ortega (2014), provides an excellent, in-depth overview of all things SLA. This episode draws on Chapter 3, Crosslinguistic influences, which we highly recommend! In Second Language Acquisition: An Introductory Course (5th Ed.), Gass, Behney, & Plonsky (2020) give a rich historical context for the role of the native language in L2 learning, with many enlightening examples. Chapters 3, 5, and 7 are particularly relevant to this topic. If you're interested in learning more about L3 transfer, check out a recent review by Puig-Mayenco, Gonzalez, Alonso, & Rothman (2020) in Second Language Research (Vol. 26, Issue 1, p. 31-64).Kaitlyn Tagarelli (PhD, Georgetown University) is a Linguist and the Head of Research at Mango Languages. She holds a Ph.D. in Linguistics from Georgetown University, specializing in how the mind and brain learn languages. Aside from geeking out about all things neuroscience and linguistics, she loves hanging out with her family at their Connecticut home, trying to convince them to speak French with her.#languagelearning #languagedifficulty #SLA

You use language every day – but how much do you really know about it? Welcome to Mango's foundational series, How Language Works, where we break down everything you need to know about the world of language. In this podcast, your guide Emily (linguist, PhD) is giving you a backstage pass to understanding this thing we call Language. Ready to dive in?For the blog article and to try out our interactive quiz on language, click here: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/what-is-language-lets-talk-linguisticsIf you liked this episode and want to know when our next one launches, join the Mango Languages fam by following the podcast! We also invite you to check out our website at: https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. And remember – language is an adventure. Enjoy the ride!Interested in learning Spanish, French, Korean, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to learn more!  https://mangolanguages.com/appEmily Sabo (PhD, University of Michigan) is a linguist at Mango Languages. A Pittsburgh native, her areas of specialization are the social and cognitive factors that impact bilingual language processing. Having studied 7 languages and lived in various countries abroad, she sees multilingualism -- and the cultural diversity that accompanies it -- as the coolest of superpowers. Complementary to her work at Mango, Emily is a Lecturer of Spanish at the University of Tennessee, a Producer of the “We Are What We Speak' docuseries, and get this...a storytelling standup comedian!#howlanguageworks #whatislanguage #language

Are you having difficulty fine-tuning your pronunciation to sound like a native speaker? Perhaps it's a struggle to pronounce tones in Mandarin Chinese correctly, or to trill your r's in Spanish. In this video, your language guide Emily (linguist, PhD) shares four simple and actionable tips that you can use to improve your pronunciation, in any language!Sign up here for more FREE language learning content (like the awesome goal-setting worksheet we mentioned in the video): https://info.mangolanguages.com/glc-signupDon't miss our related videos:Why Is Pronunciation So Hard? https://youtu.be/-5F62UL3024Sound Blending “In the Wild” https://youtu.be/g073uncbzCUIf you'd like the blog article that accompanies this episode, click here: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/4-tips-for-mastering-pronunciation-in-any-languageWe also invite you to check out our website at: https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. And remember – language is an adventure. Enjoy the ride!Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? Swedish| Hej. Hur står det till? means ‘Hello, how are you?' (lit. Hello. How stands it to?) Hejdå means ‘Bye.'Spanish | Sin más preámbulos means ‘Without further ado' (lit. ‘Without more preambles')Interested in learning English, Swedish, Spanish, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to learn more!  https://mangolanguages.com/appEmily Sabo (PhD, University of Michigan) is a linguist at Mango Languages. A Pittsburgh native, her areas of specialization are the social and cognitive factors that impact bilingual language processing. Having studied 7 languages and lived in various countries abroad, she sees multilingualism -- and the cultural diversity that accompanies it -- as the coolest of superpowers. Complementary to her work at Mango, Emily is a Lecturer of Spanish at the University of Tennessee, a Producer of the “We Are What We Speak' docuseries, and get this...a storytelling standup comedian!#languagelearning #pronunciationtips #fluencytips

Mastering pronunciation in a new language can be really challenging. But you shouldn't feel bad about it – because there are real underlying reasons for why that's the case! In this podcast, your language guide Emily (linguist, PhD) summarizes exactly why pronouncing words in your target language can be difficult, so that you can feel more confident and in control of your language learning process!Sign up here for more FREE language learning content (like the awesome goal-setting worksheet we mentioned in the episode): https://info.mangolanguages.com/glc-signupAnd to learn more about sound blending, check out our video here: https://youtu.be/g073uncbzCUIf you'd like the blog article that accompanies this episode, click here: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/3-reasons-why-mastering-pronunciation-can-be-hardWe also invite you to check out our website at: https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. And remember – language is an adventure. Enjoy the ride!Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? Farsi (Persian)| سَلام، چِطورید؟ (sahLAHM, cheTOHreed) means ‘Hello, how are you?!' and خُداحافِظ means ‘Goodbye.'Modern Standard Arabic | بدون إطالة (bidoon iTaala) means ‘without further ado' (lit. ‘without long talk)Interested in learning English, Farsi, Arabic, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to learn more!  https://mangolanguages.com/appEmily Sabo (PhD, University of Michigan) is a linguist at Mango Languages. A Pittsburgh native, her areas of specialization are the social and cognitive factors that impact bilingual language processing. Having studied 7 languages and lived in various countries abroad, she sees multilingualism -- and the cultural diversity that accompanies it -- as the coolest of superpowers. Complementary to her work at Mango, Emily is a Lecturer of Spanish at the University of Tennessee, a Producer of the “We Are What We Speak' docuseries, and get this...a storytelling standup comedian!#languagelearning #pronunciationtips #howtopronounce

Are all languages equally difficult, or are some harder to learn than others? In our latest podcast, your guide Kaitlyn Tagarelli (Linguist, PhD) takes a look at how the Foreign Service Institute (FSI) answers this question. Watch along as Kaitlyn breaks down the FSI's 4 language difficulty categories and explains the features that might make a language harder or easier to learn.To download all the available language learning content we mentioned in this episode, or if you'd like the blog article that accompanies this episode, click here: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/are-some-languages-harder-to-learnIf you liked this video, please let us know by hitting that like button, and join the Mango Languages fam by subscribing to our channel! We also invite you to check out our website at: https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. And remember – language is an adventure. Enjoy the ride!Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? Russian | Здравствуйте (ZDRASTvuytye) and До свидания (da sviDAniya) mean “hello” and “goodbye Portuguese | Olá! (ohLAH) and Até logo! (ahTEH LAHgoo) mean “hi” and “see you soon”This video also includes words and phrases in Dutch, Swedish, German, Spanish, Italian, French, Portuguese, Romanian, Korean, Japanese, and Arabic. Interested in learning Russian or Portuguese, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to start learning! https://mangolanguages.com/appWant to know more about the research consulted for this video?The category rankings in this episode come from the Foreign Service Institute's Foreign Language Training webpage, found at https://www.state.gov/foreign-language-training/. We also recommend checking out the World Atlas of Language Structures for more information about the structures and properties of different languages.Kaitlyn Tagarelli (PhD, Georgetown University) is a Linguist and the Head of Research at Mango Languages. She holds a Ph.D. in Linguistics from Georgetown University, specializing in how the mind and brain learn languages. Aside from geeking out about all things neuroscience and linguistics, she loves hanging out with her family at their Connecticut home, trying to convince them to speak French with her.#languagelearning #bilingual #languagedifficulty

If you're like most language teachers, you want your students to see language learning as an adventure. From the process of discovering and learning, to being inspired about the culture and history, students who seek the adventure in language will have a richer experience. In this podcast, your language guide Emily (linguist, PhD) shares 6 fun and easy ways for you to help your students see language learning as an adventure.Watch our video on creating a more culturally diverse classroom here: https://youtu.be/lmH-g05K658Looking to download our Setting Good Goals PDF we mentioned in this podcast? Click here to access: https://info.mangolanguages.com/glc-signupIf you'd like the blog article that accompanies this episode, click here: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/6-ways-to-make-language-learning-an-adventure-for-your-studentsWe also invite you to check out our website at https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? German | Guten Tag! is ‘Hello! (lit. ‘Good day!) and Auf Wiedersehen! is ‘Goodbye!' (lit. To seeing you again!)Tamil |  ‘இதுக்கு அப்புரம் (ithuku aprom) means 'Without further ado' (lit. 'After this') Interested in learning English, German, Tamil, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to learn more! https://mangolanguages.com/appMeet your guide Emily! Emily Sabo (PhD, University of Michigan) is a linguist at Mango Languages. A Pittsburgh native, her areas of specialization are the social and cognitive factors that impact bilingual language processing and production. Having studied 7 languages and lived in various countries abroad, she sees multilingualism -- and the cultural diversity that accompanies it -- as the coolest of superpowers. Complementary to her work at Mango, Emily is a Lecturer of Spanish at the University of Tennessee, a Producer of the “We Are What We Speak' docuseries, and get this...a storytelling standup comedian!#teachingtips #LanguageIsAnAdventure

When it comes to motivation, language learning is a lot like hitting the gym! In this podcast, your guide Emily (linguist, PhD) shares 5 practical tips for building your language learning “muscle.” By the end of this episode, you'll feel pumped up and motivated – ready to put these tips into action and see results!Sign up here for more FREE language learning content (like the awesome goal-setting worksheet we mentioned in the podcast): https://info.mangolanguages.com/glc-signupAnd to learn more about setting good goals, check out our video here: https://youtu.be/HmA1jeNG1q4If you'd like the blog article that accompanies this episode, click here: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/5-easy-ways-to-build-your-language-learning-muscleWe also invite you to check out our website at: https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. And remember – language is an adventure. Enjoy the ride!Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? Irish (Standard) | Dia duit! (DEE-u ghit) means ‘Hello!' and Slán go fóill! means ‘Bye for now!'Bulgarian | Без да губим повече време (bez da gubim povecher vreme) means ‘without further ado' (lit. ‘without us losing any more time)Interested in learning English, Irish, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to learn more!  https://mangolanguages.com/appEmily Sabo (PhD, University of Michigan) is a linguist at Mango Languages. A Pittsburgh native, her areas of specialization are the social and cognitive factors that impact bilingual language processing. Having studied 7 languages and lived in various countries abroad, she sees multilingualism -- and the cultural diversity that accompanies it -- as the coolest of superpowers. Complementary to her work at Mango, Emily is a Lecturer of Spanish at the University of Tennessee, a Producer of the “We Are What We Speak' docuseries, and get this...a storytelling standup comedian!#languagelearning #motivation #fitness

Looking to improve your students' long-term retention of the language content you teach? Look no further than Spaced Repetition! In our last podcast, we covered what Spaced Repetition is and why it matters to language learning. In this episode, your language guide Emily (linguist, PhD) shares 5 practical tips for how you can apply Spaced Repetition to your classroom! Didn't catch our last podcast on the Spacing Effect? Listen here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1818324/9526122Looking to download our Setting Good Goals PDF we mentioned in this episode? Click here to access: https://info.mangolanguages.com/glc-signupIf you'd like the blog article that accompanies this podcast, click here: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/5-easy-fun-ways-to-use-spaced-repetition-language-teacher-tipsWe also invite you to check out our website at https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? Ukranian | Доброго дня. Як справи? (Dobroho dnya. Yak spraveh?) is ‘Hello! How are you?' (lit. ‘Good afternoon! How are things?) and До побачення (doh pobachenya) is ‘Goodbye!'Japanese | 前置きはさておき (maeoki-wa sate oki) is ‘Without further ado' (lit. ‘Setting aside introductory remarks')Interested in learning English, Ukranian, Japanese, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to learn more! https://mangolanguages.com/appWant to explore more of the research underlying this episode? Ullman, M. T., & Lovelett, J. T. (2018). Implications of the declarative/procedural model for improving second language learning: The role of memory enhancement techniques. Second language research, 34(1), 39-65. | This is a scholarly article with a helpful overview into the research on how Spaced Repetition affects Second Language Acquisition. Carey, B. (2015). How we learn: The surprising truth about when, where, and why it happens. Random House Trade Paperbacks. | Check out Chapter 4, titled “Spacing Out: The Advantage of Breaking Up Study Time.” Meet your guide Emily! Emily Sabo (PhD, University of Michigan) is a linguist at Mango Languages. A Pittsburgh native, her areas of specialization are the social and cognitive factors that impact bilingual language processing and production. Having studied 7 languages and lived in various countries abroad, she sees multilingualism -- and the cultural diversity that accompanies it -- as the coolest of superpowers. Complementary to her work at Mango, Emily is a Lecturer of Spanish at the University of Tennessee, a Producer of the “We Are What We Speak' docuseries, and get this...a storytelling standup comedian!#teachingtips #spacedrepetition #teachinghacks

If you're learning a language, you need to think about the process in a way that inspires you – because doing so can change your whole approach to language learning. In this podcast, your guide Emily (linguist, PhD) explains 5 ways learning a language is like hitting the gym.Sign up here for more FREE language learning content (like the awesome goal-setting worksheet we mentioned in the podcast): https://info.mangolanguages.com/glc-signupTo learn more about how language learning relates to the “No pain, No Gain” principle, check out our Desirable Difficulties video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-sEAUdUspbUIf you'd like the blog article that accompanies this episode, click here: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/5-ways-language-learning-is-like-hitting-the-gymWe also invite you to check out our website at: https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. And remember – language is an adventure. Enjoy the ride!Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? Hungarian | Jó napot! Hogy van?  (YO nuhput! HOdj von?)  means ‘Hello! How are you?' and Viszontlátásra! means goodbyeRomanian | fără alte formalități means ‘without further ado' (lit. ‘without the usual formalities')Interested in learning English, Hungarian, Romanian, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to learn more!  https://mangolanguages.com/appEmily Sabo (PhD, University of Michigan) is a linguist at Mango Languages. A Pittsburgh native, her areas of specialization are the social and cognitive factors that impact bilingual language processing. Having studied 7 languages and lived in various countries abroad, she sees multilingualism -- and the cultural diversity that accompanies it -- as the coolest of superpowers. Complementary to her work at Mango, Emily is a Lecturer of Spanish at the University of Tennessee, a Producer of the “We Are What We Speak' docuseries, and get this...a storytelling standup comedian!#languagelearning #motivation #NoPainNoGain

As a language teacher, you want your students to remember the language long after they leave class. Of course, that doesn't always happen, but what if there was a way for you to help them retain the language longer? That's where the Spacing Effect comes in! In this podcast, your language guide Emily (teacher, PhD) is talking about the Spacing Effect, which is one of the most well-researched, yet under-utilized learning principles. What is it, why does it matter to language learning, and what do you need to know about it to improve your students' long-term retention of the language?Looking to download our Setting Good Goals PDF we mentioned in this podcast? Click here to access: https://info.mangolanguages.com/glc-signupIf you'd like the blog article that accompanies this episode, click here: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/what-is-the-spacing-effect-and-why-you-should-be-using-itWe also invite you to check out our website at https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? Dutch | Hallo! Hoe gaat het? is ‘Hello! How are you? (lit. ‘Hello! How goes it?) and Dáág is ‘Goodbye!'Brazilian Portuguese | Sem mais demora is ‘without further ado' (lit. ‘without more delay')Interested in learning English, Dutch, Portuguese, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to learn more! https://mangolanguages.com/appWant to explore more of the research underlying this episode? Ullman, M. T., & Lovelett, J. T. (2018). Implications of the declarative/procedural model for improving second language learning: The role of memory enhancement techniques. Second language research, 34(1), 39-65. | This is a scholarly article with a helpful overview into the research on how Spaced Repetition affects Second Language Acquisition. Carey, B. (2015). How we learn: The surprising truth about when, where, and why it happens. Random House Trade Paperbacks. | Check out Chapter 4, titled “Spacing Out: The Advantage of Breaking Up Study Time.” Meet your guide Emily! Emily Sabo (PhD, University of Michigan) is a linguist at Mango Languages. A Pittsburgh native, her areas of specialization are the social and cognitive factors that impact bilingual language processing and production. Having studied 7 languages and lived in various countries abroad, she sees multilingualism -- and the cultural diversity that accompanies it -- as the coolest of superpowers. Complementary to her work at Mango, Emily is a Lecturer of Spanish at the University of Tennessee, a Producer of the “We Are What We Speak' docuseries, and get this...a storytelling standup comedian!#teachingtips #spacedrepetition #forgettingcurve

If you're learning a language, you need to know about dialects. Dialects are different ways of speaking a language – think British English vs. American English. But when you're learning your target language, should you absorb multiple dialects, or just one? In this podcast, your guide Emily (linguist, PhD) shares why dialects matter, and the 4 things you need to know about them in order to reach your language goals!Sign up here for more FREE language learning content (like the awesome goal-setting worksheet we mentioned in the podcast): https://info.mangolanguages.com/glc-signupIf you'd like the blog article that accompanies this episode, click here: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/the-dialect-dilemma-when-learning-a-language-do-you-need-to-pick-and-stick-to-one-specific-dialect-it-depends.-heres-whyWe also invite you to check out our website at: https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. And remember – language is an adventure. Enjoy the ride!Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? Punjabi (Pakistani) | السلام علیکم means hello (lit. 'peace be upon you.')  رب راکھا۔ (rab raakhaa) means goodbye (lit. god savior)French | Sans plus tarder means ‘Well, without further ado'Interested in learning English, Punjabi, French, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to learn more!  https://mangolanguages.com/appWant to know more about the role of dialectal diversity in language learning?Ringer‐Hilfinger, K. (2012). Learner acquisition of dialect variation in a study abroad context: The case of the Spanish [θ]. Foreign Language Annals, 45(3), 430-446.Walker, A. (2019). The role of dialect experience in topic-based shifts in speech production. Language Variation and Change, 31(2), 135-163.Williams, G. P., Panayotov, N., & Kempe, V. (2020). How does dialect exposure affect learning to read and spell? An artificial orthography study. Journal of Experimental Psychology: General.Cheng, C. C. (1996). Quantifying dialect mutual intelligibility. In New horizons in Chinese linguistics (pp. 269-292). Springer, Dordrecht.Emily Sabo (PhD, University of Michigan) is a linguist at Mango Languages. A Pittsburgh native, her areas of specialization are the social and cognitive factors that impact bilingual language processing. Having studied 7 languages and lived in various countries abroad, she sees multilingualism -- and the cultural diversity that accompanies it -- as the coolest of superpowers. Complementary to her work at Mango, Emily is a Lecturer of Spanish at the University of Tennessee, a Producer of the “We Are What We Speak' docuseries, and get this...a storytelling standup comedian!#languagelearning #mutualintelligibility #dialects

Some people quickly become fluent in their second languages, while others struggle to get past even basic conversation. Yet everyone seems to learn their first language with ease. In this podcast, your guide Kaitlyn Tagarelli (Linguist, PhD) dives into the differences between first and second language learning. In particular, 4 key factors that help explain why learning outcomes are so much more variable in second language learning.To download all the available language learning content we mentioned in this podcast, or if you'd like the blog article that accompanies this episode, click here: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/4-key-differences-between-first-and-second-language-learningCheck out our video on The 9 Essential Terms of Second Language Acquisition, full of vocabulary and details about SLA: https://youtu.be/C-cNQMMXoTcWe also invite you to check out our website at: https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. And remember – language is an adventure. Enjoy the ride!Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? Malayalam | ഹലോ (hahlO) and പിന്നെ കാണാം (PINnay kaaNAAM) mean “hello” and “goodbye” Icelandic | Sæll (Sightl) and Vertu blessaður (Vair tuh blessothur) mean “hello” and “goodbye”Interested in learning Malayalam, Icelandic, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to start learning! https://mangolanguages.com/appWant to know more about the research consulted for this episode?Gardner, R. C., & Lambert, W. E. (1972). Attitudes and Motivation in Second Language Learning. Rowley, MA: Newbury House Publishers. Hartshorne, J. K., Tenenbaum, J. B., & Pinker, S. (2018). A critical period for second language acquisition: Evidence from 2/3 million English speakers. Cognition, 177, 263-277.Johnson, J. S., & Newport, E. L. (1989). Critical period effects in second language learning: The influence of maturational state on the acquisition of English as a second language. Cognitive Psychology, 21(1), 60–99.Krashen, S. (1982). Principles and Practice in Second Language Acquisition. Oxford: Pergamon. (Updated online version on Dr. Krashen's website.)Segalowitz, N., Freed, B., Collentine, J., Lafford, B., Lazar, N., & Díaz-Campos, M. (2004). A Comparison of Spanish Second Language Acquisition in Two Different Learning Contexts: Study Abroad and the Domestic Classroom. Frontiers: The Interdisciplinary Journal of Study Abroad, 10(1), 1-18.Webb, S. & Peters, E. (2020). Watching foreign-language TV during the coronavirus pandemic can help you learn a new language. The Conversation.Kaitlyn Tagarelli (PhD, Georgetown University) is a Linguist and the Head of Research at Mango Languages. She holds a Ph.D. in Linguistics from Georgetown University, specializing in how the mind and brain learn languages. Aside from geeking out about all things neuroscience and linguistics, she loves hanging out with her family at their Connecticut home, trying to convince them to speak French with her.#languagelearning #multilingualism #SLA

For your students, a growth mindset will beat out a fixed mindset, every day of the week. Your language guide Emily (teacher, PhD) will explain what the difference is, why growth mindsets matter, and provide 4 easy tips to foster growth and help your students embrace a more resilient approach to language learning!Looking to download our White Paper or Setting Good Goals PDF we mentioned in this podcast? Click here to access: https://info.mangolanguages.com/glc-signupIf you'd like the blog article that accompanies this episode, click here: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/what-growth-mindset-has-to-do-with-language-learning-feat.-4-teacher-tipsWe also invite you to check out our website at https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? Polish | Cześć is ‘Hi!' and Do widzenia - miłego dnia! is ‘Goodbye - have a nice day!'Italian | Bando alle ciance is ‘without further ado' (lit. ‘ban the chatter')Interested in learning English, Polish, Italian, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to learn more! https://mangolanguages.com/appWant to explore more of the research underlying this video? Lou, N. M., & Noels, K. A. (2019). Promoting growth in foreign and second language education: A research agenda for mindsets in language learning and teaching. System, 86, 102126.Lou, N. M., & Noels, K. A. (2017). Measuring language mindsets and modeling their relations with goal orientations and emotional and behavioral responses in failure situations. The Modern Language Journal, 101(1), 214-243.Leith, S. A., Ward, C. L., Giacomin, M., Landau, E. S., Ehrlinger, J., & Wilson, A. E. (2014). Changing theories of change: Strategic shifting in implicit theory endorsement. Journal of personality and social psychology, 107(4), 597.Dr. Carol Dweck's TED Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hiiEeMN7vbQ Meet your guide Emily! Emily Sabo (PhD, University of Michigan) is a linguist at Mango Languages. A Pittsburgh native, her areas of specialization are the social and cognitive factors that impact bilingual language processing and production. Having studied 7 languages and lived in various countries abroad, she sees multilingualism -- and the cultural diversity that accompanies it -- as the coolest of superpowers. Complementary to her work at Mango, Emily is a Lecturer of Spanish at the University of Tennessee, a Producer of the “We Are What We Speak' docuseries, and get this...a storytelling standup comedian!#teachingtips #growthmindset #vsfixedmindset

In this episode of our "In the Wild" mini-series (Part 3 of 3), you'll learn the basics of dialectal diversity: what is it, how does it work, and what should you know about it when you're out having conversations out “in the wild?”Sign up here for more FREE language learning content (like the awesome goal-setting worksheet we mentioned in the podcast): https://info.mangolanguages.com/glc-signupTo learn some helpful tips and tricks to train your ear for dialectal diversity, check out this video! https://youtu.be/DnC-thugDFoIf you'd like the blog article that accompanies this episode, click here: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/why-hearing-your-target-language-in-the-wild-may-be-different-than-how-you-learned-it-part-3-dialectal-diversityWe also invite you to check out our website at: https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. And remember – language is an adventure. Enjoy the ride!Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? Malay | Helo. Apa khabar? means 'Hello - how are you?' (lit. Hello - what news?) and Selamat tinggal means ‘goodbye' (lit. safe leaving) Korean | 시간낭비 하지말고 means ‘without further ado' (literally translates as ‘without wasting time') Interested in learning English, Malay, Korean, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to learn more!  https://mangolanguages.com/appEmily Sabo (PhD, University of Michigan) is a linguist at Mango Languages. A Pittsburgh native, her areas of specialization are the social and cognitive factors that impact bilingual language processing. Having studied 7 languages and lived in various countries abroad, she sees multilingualism -- and the cultural diversity that accompanies it -- as the coolest of superpowers. Complementary to her work at Mango, Emily is a Lecturer of Spanish at the University of Tennessee, a Producer of the “We Are What We Speak' docuseries, and get this...a storytelling standup comedian!#languagelearning #dialectaldiversity #dialects

In this podcast, your language guide Emily (teacher, PhD) will talk about the power of formative assessments. You'll learn what formative assessments are, why they matter, and 3 easy ways you can incorporate more of them into your language class! Looking to download our White Paper or Setting Good Goals PDF we mentioned in this episode? Click here to access: https://info.mangolanguages.com/glc-signupWatch our video on the Fluency Illusion here: https://youtu.be/sJA6ML7tivs or learn more about Active Learning Strategies here: https://youtu.be/caGsJO-5SmQIf you'd like the blog article that accompanies this podcast, click here: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/why-formative-assessments-are-a-teachers-biggest-secret-power-3-simple-tips-for-using-them-in-your-language-classroomWe also invite you to check out our website at https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? Serbian | Zdravo! Kako si? is ‘Hello! How are you?'' and Važi. Ćao! is ‘Ok. Bye!' Japanese | 前置きはさておき (maeoki-wa sate oki) means 'without further ado' (literally translates as ‘setting aside introductory remarks') Interested in learning English, Serbian, Japanese, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to learn more! https://mangolanguages.com/appWant to explore more of the research underlying this episode? Check out this case study article: Lantolf, J. P., & Poehner, M. E. (2011). Dynamic assessment in the classroom: Vygotskian praxis for second language development. Language Teaching Research, 15(1), 11–33. https://doi.org/10.1177/1362168810383328Check out this overview article: Carpenter, S. K. (2012). Testing enhances the transfer of learning. Current directions in psychological science, 21(5), 279-283.Check out this foundational book: Poehner, M. E. (2008). Dynamic assessment: A Vygotskian approach to understanding and promoting L2 development (Vol. 9). Springer Science & Business Media.Meet your guide Emily! Emily Sabo (PhD, University of Michigan) is a linguist at Mango Languages. A Pittsburgh native, her areas of specialization are the social and cognitive factors that impact bilingual language processing and production. Having studied 7 languages and lived in various countries abroad, she sees multilingualism -- and the cultural diversity that accompanies it -- as the coolest of superpowers. Complementary to her work at Mango, Emily is a Lecturer of Spanish at the University of Tennessee, a Producer of the “We Are What We Speak' docuseries, and get this...a storytelling standup comedian!#teachingtips #assessments #gradeanxiety

In this episode of our "In the Wild" mini-series (Part 2 of 3), you'll learn everything you need to know about sound blending: what is it, why does it matter, and what should you know about it when you're out having conversations out “in the wild?”Sign up here for more FREE language learning content (like the awesome goal-setting worksheet we mentioned in the podcast): https://info.mangolanguages.com/glc-signupIf you'd like the blog article that accompanies this episode, click here: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/why-hearing-your-target-language-in-the-wild-may-be-different-than-how-you-learned-it-part-2-sound-blendingWe also invite you to check out our website at: https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. And remember – language is an adventure. Enjoy the ride!Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? Malay | Helo. Apa khabar? means 'Hello - how are you?' (lit. Hello - what news?) and Selamat tinggal means ‘goodbye' (lit. safe leaving) Korean | 시간낭비 하지말고 means ‘without further ado' (literally translates as ‘without wasting time') Interested in learning English, Malay, Korean, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to learn more!  https://mangolanguages.com/appEmily Sabo (PhD, University of Michigan) is a linguist at Mango Languages. A Pittsburgh native, her areas of specialization are the social and cognitive factors that impact bilingual language processing. Having studied 7 languages and lived in various countries abroad, she sees multilingualism -- and the cultural diversity that accompanies it -- as the coolest of superpowers. Complementary to her work at Mango, Emily is a Lecturer of Spanish at the University of Tennessee, a Producer of the “We Are What We Speak' docuseries, and get this...a storytelling standup comedian!#languagelearning #soundblending #coarticulation

The key to making target language grammar feel effortless for your students is (drum roll please…) intuition building! In this podcast, your guide Emily (educator, PhD) talks more about the importance of implicit learning activities, and shares 4 fun and easy tips for building your students' intuition for target language grammar.Looking to download our White Paper or Setting Good Goals PDF we mentioned in this episode? Click here to access: https://info.mangolanguages.com/glc-signupIf you'd like the blog article that accompanies this episode, click here: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/how-can-teachers-help-students-develop-an-intuition-for-target-language-grammar-4-easy-tips-for-acquiring-a-feel-for-grammarWe also invite you to check out our website at https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? Tagalog | Kamusta kayo? is ‘how are you?'' and paalam is ‘goodbye' Brazilian Portuguese | Sem mais demora means ‘without further ado' Interested in learning English, Tagalog, Brazilian Portuguese, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to learn more! https://mangolanguages.com/appWant to explore more of the research underlying this podcast episode? Check out Chapter 9 of Benedict Carey's 2016 "How We Learn." (p.175-194). It's a great read with a nice meta-review of “intuition builders” (A.K.A. Perceptual Learning Modules). For more on the implicit-explicit instruction continuum, consider the following three articles:Norris, J. M., & Ortega, L. (2000). Effectiveness of L2 Instruction: A Research Synthesis and Quantitative Meta-analysis. Language Learning , 50 (3), 417–528. https://doi.org/10.1111/0023-8333.00136Hulstijn, J. H. (2005). Theoretical and empirical issues in the study of implicit and explicit second-language learning: Introduction. Studies in Second Language Acquisition , 27 (2), 129–140. https://doi.org/10.1017/S0272263105050084Hulstijn, J. H. (2007). Psycholinguistic perspectives on language and its acquisition. In J. Cummins & C. Davison (Eds.), International Handbook of English Language Teaching (pp. 783–795).New York: Springer.Meet your guide Emily! Emily Sabo (PhD, University of Michigan) is a linguist at Mango Languages. A Pittsburgh native, her areas of specialization are the social and cognitive factors that impact bilingual language processing and production. Having studied 7 languages and lived in various countries abroad, she sees multilingualism -- and the cultural diversity that accompanies it -- as the coolest of superpowers. Complementary to her work at Mango, Emily is a Lecturer of Spanish at the University of Tennessee, a Producer of the “We Are What We Speak' docuseries, and get this...a storytelling standup comedian!#teachingtips #implicitlearning #grammar

In this "In the Wild" mini-series, your guide Emily (linguist, PhD) breaks down why hearing your target language “in the wild” may be different from how you learned it. It all boils down to 3 main things: (1) idiomatic expressions, (2) sound blending, and (3) dialectal diversity. In this podcast episode (Part 1 of 3), you'll learn everything you need to know about idiomatic expressions: what they are, why they matter, and what you can do about them to reach your fluency goals.Sign up here for more FREE language learning content (like the awesome goal-setting worksheet we mentioned in the episode): https://info.mangolanguages.com/glc-signupIf you'd like the blog article that accompanies this episode, click here: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/why-hearing-your-target-language-in-the-wild-may-be-different-than-how-you-learned-it-part-1-idiomatic-expressionsWe also invite you to check out our website at: https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. And remember – language is an adventure. Enjoy the ride!Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? Malay | Apa khabar? means 'Hello - how are you?' (lit. Hello - what news?) and Selamat tinggal means ‘goodbye' (lit. safe leaving) Korean | 시간낭비 하지말고 means ‘without further ado' (literally translates as ‘without wasting time') Interested in learning English, Malay, Korean, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to learn more!  https://mangolanguages.com/appEmily Sabo (PhD, University of Michigan) is a linguist at Mango Languages. A Pittsburgh native, her areas of specialization are the social and cognitive factors that impact bilingual language processing. Having studied 7 languages and lived in various countries abroad, she sees multilingualism -- and the cultural diversity that accompanies it -- as the coolest of superpowers. Complementary to her work at Mango, Emily is a Lecturer of Spanish at the University of Tennessee, a Producer of the “We Are What We Speak' docuseries, and get this...a storytelling standup comedian!#languagelearning #idioms #bestthingsinceslicedbread

Looking forward to more adventures in Second Language Acquisition (SLA), but don't quite know where to start? Have no fear! In this podcast, your guide Kaitlyn Tagarelli (Linguist, PhD), will walk you through the 9 essential terms that you'll need to take with you on your journey into the world of SLA. Some of these terms might not be new to you, but we suspect that the way linguists use them, might be!To download our slide deck and printable flashcards we mentioned in this episode, or if you'd like the blog article that accompanies this episode, click here: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/the-9-essential-terms-to-pack-on-your-journey-into-the-world-of-second-language-acquisitionIf you liked this episode, please let us know by subscribing to our podcast! We also invite you to check out our website at: https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. And remember – language is an adventure. Enjoy the ride!Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? Italian | Ciao can mean both “hello” and “goodbye” Japanese | こんにちは (konnichiwa) and じゃあ、また (jaa, mata) mean “hello” and “see you later”Interested in learning Italian or Japanese, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to learn more! https://mangolanguages.com/appKaitlyn Tagarelli (PhD, Georgetown University) is a Linguist and the Head of Research at Mango Languages. She holds a Ph.D. in Linguistics from Georgetown University, specializing in how the mind and brain learn languages. Aside from geeking out about all things neuroscience and linguistics, she loves hanging out with her family at their Connecticut home, trying to convince them to speak French with her.#languagelearning #bilingual #SLA

How can you make your class optimally accessible to each student while also avoiding teacher burnout? In this podcast, your guide Emily (educator, PhD) will be sharing key points every teacher should know – from the power of planned flexibility to the idea of “multiple points of entry.”Looking to download our White Paper or Setting Good Goals PDF we mentioned in this podcast? Click here to access: https://info.mangolanguages.com/glc-signupCheck out our video on Creating a Student-Driven Classroom: https://youtu.be/qxQ6vFWin6YIf you'd like the blog article that accompanies this episode, click here: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/how-to-make-your-language-classroom-optimally-accessible-for-each-of-your-learners We also invite you to check out our website at https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? Azerbaijani | Salam is ‘hello' and hələlik (hehl-ehl-i) is ‘goodbye' Finnish | Moi (moy) is ‘hello' and hei hei (hey hey) is ‘‘goodbye'Italian | Bando alle ciance (ban-doe al-eh chan-chey) means ‘without further ado' (lit. ‘ban the chatter') Interested in learning English, Azerbaijani, Finnish, Italian, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to learn more! https://mangolanguages.com/appWant to explore more about accessibility in the classroom? Explore the basics of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the law that ensures free appropriate public education to eligible children with disabilities in the U.S:  https://sites.ed.gov/idea/about-idea/Meet your guide Emily! Emily Sabo (PhD, University of Michigan) is a linguist at Mango Languages. A Pittsburgh native, her areas of specialization are the social and cognitive factors that impact bilingual language processing and production. Having studied 7 languages and lived in various countries abroad, she sees multilingualism -- and the cultural diversity that accompanies it -- as the coolest of superpowers. Complementary to her work at Mango, Emily is a Lecturer of Spanish at the University of Tennessee, a Producer of the “We Are What We Speak' docuseries, and get this...a storytelling standup comedian!#teachingtips #accessibility #withoutburnout

If you're like most language learners, you probably get a little nervous talking to native speakers, and would like to learn some simple strategies for making those interactions go more smoothly. In this podcast, your guide Emily (linguist, PhD) will cover 5 tips on how to make conversations in your target language less awkward.  By the end of this episode, you'll be equipped with the tools to speak more confidently – and comfortably – in your target language! Sign up here for more FREE language learning content (like the awesome goal-setting worksheet we mentioned in the podcast): https://info.mangolanguages.com/glc-signupIf you'd like the blog article that accompanies this episode, click here: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/how-to-have-less-awkward-conversations-in-your-target-languageWe also invite you to check out our website at: https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. And remember – language is an adventure. Enjoy the ride!Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? Armenian | Բարև (ba-REV) and Ցտեսություն (tse-te-soots-YOON) are ‘hello' and ‘goodbye' Yiddish | שלום עליכם (SHOlem aLEYkhem) and אַ גוטן טאָג (a GUtn tog) are ‘hello' and ‘goodbye.' The former translates literally to ‘peace upon you'  and the latter to ‘a good day.'Spanish | Pues, sin más preámbulos means ‘Well, without further ado' (literally translates as ‘Well, without more preamble') Interested in learning English, Armenian, Hebrew, Spanish, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to learn more!  ​https://mangolanguages.com/appWant to know more about the role of risk-taking in grammar learning?Check out this paper →  Isnaini, E., & Asib, A. (2014). The Effectiveness of Inquiry Based Teaching to Teach Grammar Viewed from Students' Risk-Taking. English Language Teaching in Indonesia, 1(5)Emily Sabo (PhD, University of Michigan) is a linguist at Mango Languages. A Pittsburgh native, her areas of specialization are the social and cognitive factors that impact bilingual language processing. Having studied 7 languages and lived in various countries abroad, she sees multilingualism -- and the cultural diversity that accompanies it -- as the coolest of superpowers. Complementary to her work at Mango, Emily is a Lecturer of Spanish at the University of Tennessee, a Producer of the “We Are What We Speak' docuseries, and get this...a storytelling standup comedian!#languagelearning #awkwardconversations #proficiencytips

How do you discern effective learner accommodations from ineffective ones? In this podcast, your guide Emily (educator, PhD) will be sharing key points every teacher should know – from best practices in accessible teaching to misconceptions about what student accommodations are (and aren't) supposed to accomplish.Interested in downloading our White Paper or Setting Good Goals PDF we mentioned in this episode? Click here to access: https://info.mangolanguages.com/glc-signupIf you'd like the blog article that accompanies this episode, click here: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/how-to-equitably-accommodate-individual-learner-needs-in-the-language-classroom We also invite you to check out our website at https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? Hindi | नमस्ते! (numuStay) is both ‘hello' and ‘goodbye' Turkish | Merhaba (MEH.ra.bah) and hoşçakalın (hohsh.CHA.kuh.luhn!) are ‘hello' and ‘goodbye'Modern Standard Arabic | بدون إطالة (bidoon iTaala) means ‘without further ado' (literally translates as ‘without long talk') Interested in learning English, Hindi, Turkish, Modern Standard Arabic or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to learn more! https://mangolanguages.com/appWant to explore more about accessibility in the classroom? Explore the basics of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the law that ensures free appropriate public education to eligible children with disabilities in the U.S:  https://sites.ed.gov/idea/about-idea/Watch Lexie Garrity's TEDx talk on addressing learning disabilities in Higher Ed: www.youtube.com/watch?v=kSz_zjiS3E8 Check out Dr. Jan Wilson's TEDx talk about universal design in education: www.youtube.com/watch?v=CtRY_1mZWWg Learn from Jessica McCabe's TEDx talk about her experience as a student with ADHD: www.youtube.com/watch?v=JiwZQNYlGQI Meet your guide Emily! Emily Sabo (PhD, University of Michigan) is a linguist at Mango Languages. A Pittsburgh native, her areas of specialization are the social and cognitive factors that impact bilingual language processing and production. Having studied 7 languages and lived in various countries abroad, she sees multilingualism -- and the cultural diversity that accompanies it -- as the coolest of superpowers. Complementary to her work at Mango, Emily is a Lecturer of Spanish at the University of Tennessee, a Producer of the “We Are What We Speak' docuseries, and get this...a storytelling standup comedian!#teachingtips #accessibility #learningdisabilities

Is your vocabulary not growing at the rate it used to? Does your grammar feel stunted? Tired of having conversations about the weather but feel you can't make the leap to talking about complex feelings? All of these are instantiations of the Intermediate Plateau. But they don't all have the same underlying causes. In order to figure out how to overcome your particular case of the Intermediate Plateau Effect, your guide Emily will walk you through 6 of the most common reasons that language learners experience an Intermediate Plateau – followed by helpful tips for how to address each one! Sign up here for more FREE language learning content (like the awesome goal-setting worksheet we mentioned): https://info.mangolanguages.com/glc-signupIf you found this episode helpful, check out our “Fluency Illusion” video, which is chock-full of active learning tips to help you reach your fluency goals! https://youtu.be/9jpuqv_B3pEOr, watch our video on Learner Feedback, available here: https://youtu.be/U_xkXA0daOgIf you'd like the blog article that accompanies this episode, click here: https://blog.mangolanguages.com/tired-of-being-stuck-at-just-conversational-in-your-target-languageWe also invite you to check out our website at: https://mangolanguages.com/ and follow us on social media @MangoLanguages. And remember – language is an adventure. Enjoy the ride!Wondering what languages were used in today's episode? Buenos días and nos vemos are expressions for ‘hello/good day' and ‘goodbye/we'll see each other' in Spanish.In Chaldean Aramaic, ܫܠܵܡܵܐ ܥܸܠܘܼܟܼ (shlama ilookh) and ܦܘܿܫ ܒܸܫܠܵܡܵܐ (posh bishlama) are ‘hello' and ‘goodbye/stay in peace.'废话不多说 (fèihuà bù duō shuō) means ‘without further ado' (literally translates as ‘don't talk nonsense') in Mandarin Chinese.Interested in learning English, Spanish, Chaldean Aramic, Mandarin Chinese, or one of the other 70+ languages that the Mango app offers? Click here to learn more! https://mangolanguages.com/appWant to know more about the scientific research underlying this episode? Check out this great read → Richards, J. C. (2008). Moving beyond the plateau. New York, NY: Cambridge University Press.Emily Sabo (PhD, University of Michigan) is a linguist at Mango Languages. A Pittsburgh native, her areas of specialization are the social and cognitive factors that impact bilingual language processing. Having studied 7 languages and lived in various countries abroad, she sees multilingualism -- and the cultural diversity that accompanies it -- as the coolest of superpowers. Complementary to her work at Mango, Emily is a Lecturer of Spanish at the University of Tennessee, a Producer of the “We Are What We Speak' docuseries, and get this...a storytelling standup comedian!#languagelearning #languagestruggles #intermediateplateau