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The HypoPolyglot
by Thad Schmenk
The HypoPolyglot is dedicated to helping its listeners to learn languages as efficiently and effective as possible while enjoying the process at the same time. These short, informative episodes are meant to give listeners insights into language learning that will allow them to improve their ability to master any language (or languages) and get them back to what is important.......mastering .their next language!
Episodes
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A few, less cliché reasons to learn another language….
In today’s episode, I share an experience I had that I feel illustrates a couple of nice, and perhaps less cliché, reasons to learn another language.
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Debunking a Dreamy Notion
In today’s episode, I present several arguments as to why you should absolutely ignore any language tool or video that makes a claim that you can learn a language while you sleep.
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Too much screen time? Try these tips...
Digital tools are fantastic, but too much screen time can have diverse effects on you physically and mentally – and if you already stare at a screen as part of your job, well, then you have to be even more careful. So, today, I thought I would share a few ways to cut down on your screen time when...
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Compelling Reasons to Start Learning a Language Before You Move Abroad
Whether you're planning a long-term stay or a permanent relocation to a place where they speak another language, there are several reasons why you should start learning the local language prior to departing. And in today’s episode, I will be sharing those reasons with you.
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Reply All: Why do employers like candidates with language skills?
In this episode, I share a few specifics as to why language skills make you more attractive to employers.
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Lookout for Technology Burnout
In today's digital age, online opportunities and resources have taken learning languages to a whole new level. However, there are a few negative aspects to these new digital tools that modern language learners should be aware of –and today, I am going to reveal some of them to you.
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Resource Review: LanguageU
Today, I give my opinion of the language resource, LanguageU
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Tone - a key element for advanced speakers
I discuss an important language element- tone. Because, neglecting tone can potentially cause some communication issues, especially for advanced speakers
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Silent Interpreter (a game)
In today’s episode, I am going to share a game that can be used both as a means of maintaining languages that you have already learned as well as a means to help you learn new languages. Plus, it will also help you improve your interpreting skills.
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Reply All - Is it possible that I sound different when I speak another language?
In this episode, I response to Chris in Colorado who writes, “My friends tell me that when I speak Russian that I vaguely sound like the Chris they know. I don’t know if they are pulling my leg, or if this is real. I certainly cannot judge it myself. Can you shed some light on this?”
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Register
Want to avoid committing potential some cultural faux pas? Then make sure you understand register.
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How your use of a dictionary should evolve as your language skills improve
In today’s episode, I discuss how your use of a dictionary evolves as you make progress in your new language. And I share a few tips on how to use a dictionary as a beginner, intermediate, and advanced learner.
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Reply All - Don't throw away that old resource just yet!
In this episode, I respond to a listener who asked, "What should I do with my old language books that I don’t use anymore? I feel bad, just throwing them away.”
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"Mastery".....not always your friend
In this episode, I discuss three pitfalls caused by "mastery," This way, you can spot them and avoid them!
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Language Fundamentals - Subjects (part 3) - Avoid these flawed definitions.....
In this episode, you I will share three flawed definitions of subjects that you should avoid...because sometimes learning what a bad definition of a subject isn't is just as important as learning what a good one is.
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Language Fundamentals -Subjects (part 2) - Why you should revisit them....
And I am going to kick off this series on grammatical subjects by presenting a few reasons as to why you should take the time to re-learn or re-establish your knowledge of this key language element.
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Accuracy and Fluency
In this episode, I break down two important language elements, and discuss why it is important to keep them balanced.
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Dabble!
Whether you are a veteran language learner or a beginner, I share a few reasons as to why everyone should dabble in a variety of languages. .
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Reply All - 3 tips on how to develop your circumlocution skills
In today's episode, I respond to listeners who asked for tips related to improving or developing their circumlocution skills.
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Why you should consider learning American Sign Language....
In today’s episode, I present some typical and not so typical reasons as to why you should consider learning American Sign Language!
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Buy yourself some "think time"
In today’s episode, I share a few tricks that you can use to buy yourself some “think time” when holding a conversation.
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Language Fundamental - The greatest challenge with grammatical gender
In today’s episode I discuss what I feel is the greatest challenge that students face when it comes to grammatical gender. And I also share a few strategies you that you can use to overcome it.
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Language Fundamental - The roles that nouns play
In today’s installment, I break down the roles that nouns play - nice and simple.
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Survey says!!!!
Over the past 6 months, I conducted a survey in which 42 fellow hypopolyglots were asked to answer some basic questions about their study routines as well as offer advice they had on the topic of studying. And, today, I thought I would keep it simple, and share the results of this survey with you.
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Reply All - Vocabulary Games
In today’s episode, I respond to a listener who has asked me to share a few additional activities one can use to develop vocabulary.
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Onomatopoeia
Onomatopoeia are perhaps most widely known as the tools we use to communicate the sounds that objects, animals, and humans make. But, they can do much more than that! So, listen in and learn why you should add a few to your vocabulary.
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Language Fundamental - 3 Basic Grammatical Moods
When languages provide extra messages or layers of information into sentences, grammarians often refer to these extra layers as mood or grammatical mood. And today, we are going to take a look at three common moods that nearly all languages utilize.
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Reply All - How can I keep up with all my various resources?
Today, I respond to an email from Cierra, who writes, “I have been using a variety of resources as you suggested. And I enjoy each of them – However, I am struggling to keep what I am learning from all the different resources organized. Any suggestions?” - yes I do! and it is quite simple.
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Language Fundamental - Why you need to memorize a noun's grammatical gender.
This episode explains how grammatical gender adds a whole other layer of information that needs to be both memorized and correctly applied in order to be able to communicate clearly and accurately in a language that uses grammatical gender.
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Resource Review: Pimsluer Language Courses
Resources are key to the learning process, so today, I thought I would share my review of a very popular resource on the market – Pimsleur language courses.
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Language Fundamental - Grammatical Gender
In today’s installment, I am going to drill down on the topic of gender....what it is and how it often causes confusion.
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Tips for gathering resources
In this episode, I present a comprehensive checklist of 8 key elements that I feel every language learner should consider when it comes to gathering resources.
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Language Fundamental - Nouns
In today’s installment, we are going to look beyond the basic definition of a noun, and we are going to take a closer look at three additional, important concepts surrounding nouns – namely gender, number, and case! So, stick around.
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Flash Cards
Over the years, I have collected several key tips and tricks from teachers and students alike that have made the use of flashcards even more effective for me. So today, I thought I would pass along these helpful suggestions to you!
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Music - Side A (for Advanced)
In an earlier episode titled Songs – Side B – I introduced you to several activities that help you incorporate music into your studies. Today, I would like to show you a few additional ways music can be beneficial to your language learning experience as well.
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3 Common Study Barriers (and how to remove them)
When it comes to learning a language, you may find that time, redundancy, and inconvenience are three major obstacles you are going face. So, today, I thought I would share some tips on how to deal with them - in order to make it easier to sit down and study.
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Mental "Hiccups"
Today's episode discusses a phenomena that many language learners experience "mental hiccups" - what they are and how to deal with them!
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Language Fundamental - Verbs!
Today’s episode is part of a Language Fundamentals series which aims to help listeners re-think many of the fundamental building blocks of language in a way that is more conducive to learning new languages! In this installment, I am going to be discussing verbs! More specifically, I am going to…
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50 Question Challenge
The 50 question challenge is a great learning tool that helps you track your progress.
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Music - Side B (for beginners)
In this episode, I walk you through a step by step process you can use to incorporate music into your study routine.
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Reply All: These are a few of my Spa-ah-nish things.......
In this episode, I reply to John, who is currently studying German and Turkish, who asked , “Even though I am learning different languages, can you share the resources you are using to learn Spanish – and maybe include a brief explanation as to why you use that resource? I think this will really...
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Reply All - Which vocabulary should I focus on as a total beginner?
In this Reply All Episode, I respond to a listener who asks a simple, yet important question, "What vocabulary should I focus on as a total beginner?"
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Picking your next language - some useful data
Today, using a trivia format, I share some data about world languages that you might find useful when selecting your next language.
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Language Fundamentals - Subjects part 1 - A subject without a verb.......is just a noun.
In this episode, I discuss subjects at the most fundamental level.
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Reply All: How does learning one language make it easier to learn other languages?
In todays episode, I to respond to an email in which a listener asks, “How does learning another language make it easier to learn additional languages? I often hear people say this, but I have never really heard an explanation as to how or why this is true.” Listen in for the answer!
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Mastering Vocabulary (6)- How many words do you need to know?
In this installment, I walk you through some steps that will help you estimate how many words you will need to learn.
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Mastering Vocabulary (5) - a structured approach to learning words in context
In this installment I am going to show you a structure way to go about learning words in context. This way, you can start reaping the benefits of this beneficial approach to learning new words right away.
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2 Important approaches to reading
In this episode, I discuss two important approaches to reading. – intensive reading and extensive reading - as having a basic understanding of both of these approaches can help you make the most of your studies and help you improve your overall language skills
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Increase your chances of success in the classroom!
I would like to share a few behaviors with you that are highly linked to success in the classroom. I think you will find that incorporating these behaviors may help you to significantly improve your language skills as well as potentially help you increase your academic performance. So, listen in....
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"Reply All" - Making the most out of a trip to boost your language skills
In today’s reply all episode, I respond to an email I received from a listener who wrote “I am planning a trip to Costa Rica and Panama, for both business and pleasure, and I would like to use this opportunity to improve my Spanish if possible. Do you have any suggestions on how I can make the…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The HypoPolyglot is dedicated to helping its listeners to learn languages as efficiently and effective as possible while enjoying the process at the same time. These short, informative episodes are meant to give listeners insights into language learning that will allow them to improve their ability to master any language (or languages) and get them back to what is important.......mastering .their next language!
HOSTED BY
Thad Schmenk
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