Challenges in the Philippines + video in Tagalog
Benny looks back on his 2011 Tagalog mission, what Puerto Galera taught him about social immersion and the progress he made back in Manila.
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Next mission: American Sign Language!
From the mission archive, Benny begins learning American Sign Language and sets out his plan to sign with people in the Deaf community.
Learn Tagalog: Filipino, Taglish, Pronunciation and Grammar
Learn Tagalog with a clear guide to Filipino, Taglish, pronunciation, aspect, voice and practical speaking, backed by current Philippine sources.
Why I Thought I’d Never Speak Spanish, and How I Did It Anyway
I spent years believing I’d never speak Spanish. Here’s what changed after setbacks at school, university and six months in Spain.
The Most Important Thing to Think About Before Doing Something Nerve-Wracking
Use one simple perspective shift to quiet self-doubt before a difficult conversation, important message or other nerve-racking moment.
The importance of experimentation over blind faith
Test language-learning advice through small experiments, measure real progress and keep only the methods that move you towards your own goals.
Music and TV for homework? Really? Yes. Sí. Oui. Да. نعم
Susanna Zaraysky shares ways to use music, television, radio and film as active language practice alongside classes or self-study.
Brazilian Portuguese After Spanish: What Transfers and What Doesn’t
Already speak Spanish? Learn what transfers to Brazilian Portuguese, where pronunciation and grammar differ, and how to keep the languages separate.
The Best Language Learning System? Meet HB 2.0
Meet HB, the language-learning system that responds to what you actually say, and learn how beginners can use conversation alongside courses and apps.
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