In a nutshell, linguistic anthropology is the study of how languages contribute to and form our perceptions of the world, and how language can contribute to sociology in terms of delineating groups and forming a sense of community and belonging. When I was studying at the University of Michigan I took a random class called [...]
Not all cultures think of time in the same way, and many times language is tied into this perception. It has often been a question amongst scholars whether or not language actually influences the way a person thinks, or if all people think the same way and just talk about it differently. Several studies have [...]
Why does it seem that some people can just remember more than others? It just doesn’t seem fair, does it? Well, thankfully there are some strategies to help you improve your memory when it comes to learning a new language. Most of the time people use simple repetition and rote memory in order to learn [...]
If you want to learn a new language at home, then getting a software program might be a great idea. The best part about software for learning a language is that it is interactive, and can replicate the experience of being in a classroom, and even somewhat replicate the experience of conversing with native speakers. [...]
There are a lot of myths that seem to prevail around the topic of learning a language. Somehow people acquire these ideas no matter what classes they have taken or whom they have talked to. It’s definitely hard to learn a new language, but don’t let these false ideas impede your progress. You must go [...]
Figuring out what style of learning suits you best is one way to ensure that you get the most out of your time spent studying a new language.
So you want to speak French? Then you’re probably wondering how you should go about doing so. The best way to learn French is to immerse yourself in the language – meaning live in a place where French is spoken. But honestly, how many of us can really do that other than free-spirited backpackers and [...]
