Learn Languages with Steve Kaufmann Reading or listening: what’s the best way to learn?
Jul 18, 2024
Exploring the advantages of reading over listening for learning, balanced with the convenience of audiobooks. Emphasis on how combining listening and reading enhances learning and retention.
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Reading Preference
- Steve Kaufmann prefers reading physical books before sleep.
- He started reading a Central Asia book after the audiobook piqued his interest.
Reading vs. Listening
- Reading isn't an innate human skill; it's a learned one.
- Our brains utilize similar regions for both reading and listening.
Learning and Connection
- Hearing a voice creates an emotional connection, unlike reading.
- In-person conversations offer a richer learning experience than recordings.