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Are there any studies which address the effectiveness of studying multiple related languages simultaneously?

asked Apr 5, 2016 at 17:20

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What are the drawbacks to Duolingo?

asked Apr 6, 2016 at 8:28

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How can I describe my language proficiency in an internationally recognized way?

asked Apr 5, 2016 at 18:15

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Why do experts recommend learning Esperanto?

asked Apr 5, 2016 at 17:24

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How can language learning techniques be compared for effectiveness?

asked Apr 5, 2016 at 19:50

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What approaches can I take to overcome 'leeches'?

asked Apr 6, 2016 at 19:40

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What metrics can be used to gauge language similarity?

asked Apr 5, 2016 at 17:30

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Is there any software for minimal-pair training?

asked Apr 13, 2016 at 17:26

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How can I help a person improve their L2 pronunciation?

asked Apr 7, 2016 at 5:59

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How can I help a language student overcome the "mental block" to learn?

asked Apr 7, 2016 at 6:37

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Is "difficulty" an inherent trait in language?

asked Jul 11, 2016 at 21:02

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Grading vocabulary: How correct is necessary?

asked Sep 23, 2016 at 10:29

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Pros and cons of using IPA over other phonetic alphabets

asked Apr 18, 2016 at 14:13

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What advantages, if any, are there for learning the IPA when studying a language with phonetic spelling?

asked Apr 22, 2016 at 21:53

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When to remove a word from Anki

asked May 28, 2016 at 10:24

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Are there studies on the effectiveness of Rosetta Stone as a language learning tool?

asked Apr 5, 2016 at 17:54

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Is there a web site for minimal pairs in arbitrary languages?

asked Oct 9, 2016 at 10:18

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How to overcome verb tense confusion

asked Sep 14, 2016 at 14:10

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How can I retain attendees at my Conversation Practice meetups?

asked May 21, 2016 at 11:00

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128 views

How can I advance beyond conversational proficiency while not immersed?

asked Apr 24, 2016 at 2:08

6 votes

1 answer

69 views

How can I improve my L2 skills in circumlocution?

asked Apr 8, 2016 at 7:58

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How long does the "priming" effect last for vocabulary study?

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22 Questions

Are there any studies which address the effectiveness of studying multiple related languages simultaneously?

What are the drawbacks to Duolingo?

How can I describe my language proficiency in an internationally recognized way?

Why do experts recommend learning Esperanto?

How can language learning techniques be compared for effectiveness?

What approaches can I take to overcome 'leeches'?

What metrics can be used to gauge language similarity?

Is there any software for minimal-pair training?

How can I help a person improve their L2 pronunciation?

How can I help a language student overcome the "mental block" to learn?

Is "difficulty" an inherent trait in language?

Grading vocabulary: How correct is necessary?

Pros and cons of using IPA over other phonetic alphabets

What advantages, if any, are there for learning the IPA when studying a language with phonetic spelling?

When to remove a word from Anki

Are there studies on the effectiveness of Rosetta Stone as a language learning tool?

Is there a web site for minimal pairs in arbitrary languages?

How to overcome verb tense confusion

How can I retain attendees at my Conversation Practice meetups?

How can I advance beyond conversational proficiency while not immersed?

How can I improve my L2 skills in circumlocution?

How long does the "priming" effect last for vocabulary study?