• The Frustrated Learner and the Sound of Progress

  • Apr 13 2024
  • Length: 25 mins
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The Frustrated Learner and the Sound of Progress

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  • Hosts Jared and John discuss the frustrations of a learner who came to John for help, particularly with pinyin and differentiation of similar sounds in Chinese. They explore why learners often misapply English pronunciation rules to pinyin and how comprehensible input can ease the learning curve. This episode is not just a deep dive into the phonetic and perceptual aspects of learning Chinese; it's also a heartening reminder that while the journey to fluency can be fraught with frustration, tailored strategies and persistent effort can lead to meaningful progress.

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    • Character Play in Chinese | Sinosplice

    • Mandarin Companion graded readers

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