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My Fluent Podcast

E79 - Developing speaking skills alone

Oct 17, 2020
In this podcast, they discuss the importance of repeating and mimicking language out loud. They explore techniques for developing speaking skills alone, including constant repetition, thinking out loud, and recording and improving speaking. They also discuss the benefits of developing speaking skills alone for introverts and shy people.
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Quick takeaways

  • Constantly repeating language out loud and mimicking pronunciation, rhythm, and intonation is crucial for developing speaking skills.
  • Manipulating example sentences by changing words, tenses, or adding personal contexts helps learners gain confidence and improve speaking abilities.

Deep dives

Language Learner's Approach: Learning to Speak without Talking to People

Robin McPherson, a language learner and YouTuber, shares his approach to language learning, which involves focusing on independent practice without actively seeking conversations with native speakers. His first main idea is to constantly repeat language out loud, mimicking pronunciation, rhythm, intonation, and emotion. He emphasizes the importance of shadowing speech and using various sources like apps, textbooks, and music. The second key point is to manipulate the example sentences. By changing words, tenses, or adding personal contexts, learners can develop speaking skills and gain confidence. McPherson suggests working with small bits of language and having the ability to look up and integrate new vocabulary. The third insight is to think out loud in the target language, describing surroundings, expressing opinions, and discussing favorite shows or books. Learners can record themselves, listen back, and improve their explanations or storytelling. McPherson reframes the concept of speaking to oneself as similar to thinking internally. This approach allows introverts and shy individuals to learn independently and utilize their own strengths.

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