Monday, November 25, 2013
Thursday, November 21, 2013
Korean Greetings and Introductions
Use this slideshow to learn how to speak Korean greetings and Introductions.
Monday, November 18, 2013
What I Learned After Using Pimsleur Thai for 10 Days
I used Pimsleur Thai for 30 minutes a day for 10 days. This is a video test of what I learned!
Start Speaking any Language in 10 Days
Start Speaking any Language in 10 Days
Tuesday, November 12, 2013
Wednesday, November 6, 2013
Wednesday, October 30, 2013
How to Have a Blast Teaching English in South Korea
Have you ever thought about teaching English in Korea?
If not, you should! It's an amazing experience, and you can save quite a bit of money while there. ...and, of course, you get to experience a great new culture--plus travel around the rest of Asia!
Of course, not everybody who goes to Korea has such a great time. Follow the steps in the presentation, and you'll ensure that you have the time of your life overseas!
Best of luck to you!
Ryan
Friday, October 25, 2013
How to Choose Chinese Learning Software
Thinking about buying a Chinese language learning program? If so, read this presentation and then make an informed, well thought out out decision.
Good luck!
Thursday, October 24, 2013
What's With Pimsleur Korean?
Pimsleur Korean is a very popular course, but some don't think it's so great. I did a little investigating to see what all the talk was about. I have put what I found into a short slideshow presentation.
Additional Resources
The Internet's #1 Rated Korean Online Course:
http://www.speakoutkorean.com/rocket-korean-review/
Tuesday, October 22, 2013
Sunday, September 1, 2013
If you're learning Arabic--and like video reviews--this is worth watching. Also, if you'd like to see the full review (with the video) you see it here.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ltBi313P7Ac
Monday, August 12, 2013
How to Write the Arabic Alphabet
These pictures demonstrate exactly how to script the letters of the Arabic alphabet. Have fun!
...Oh, and remember that Arabic is read from right to left, not left to right! Lefties are going to love this!
Here is the original source.
This is a great online Arabic course (if you're into that kind of thing). :)
Monday, July 22, 2013
Rocket Korean Review
This is a very good Rocket Korean Review. If you're looking for a Korean language learning course, this is a good place to find one!
Cheers!
Ryan
Cheers!
Ryan
Sunday, June 23, 2013
Korean Alphabet Chart With Audio
Just came across the other day. It's a free Korean alphabet chart that has full audio recorded my a native Korean speaker....very cool!
Saturday, January 7, 2012
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Anybody learning Korean? Or, does anybody want to? I've been studying it, and I've written a new blog post called "How to Learn Koran in 3 Easy Steps."
Anybody want to come discuss the best way to learn Korean?
http://www.liveinasiablog.com/2011/10/how-to-learn-korean-in-3-easy-steps/
Cheers,
Ryan http://amplify.com/u/a1g815
Anybody want to come discuss the best way to learn Korean?
http://www.liveinasiablog.com/2011/10/how-to-learn-korean-in-3-easy-steps/
Cheers,
Ryan http://amplify.com/u/a1g815
Some people have great experiences teaching in Korea. Others have an absolutely terrible time. Which way it goes for you depends very much on how you plan your stay overseas. This article is going to give you a 3-step plan to ensure that you have a wonderful stay in Korea
1. Choose a City
Many English teachers live far away from the bright lights of Seoul or Buson. Many think it's great. Many others can't stand it. Almost all, though, have done the same thing. They have simply followed the advice of their recruiter (who needed to place someone out in a rural area). This is a bad idea. Why? Mostly because some people simply can't handle living outside of Seoul or Buson. Others can't stand to be in these cities! Teachers sent out to rural areas often site the lack of Western goods as a major headache.
Learn How to Speak Korean in 3 Easy Steps
New teachers in Seoul often feel like they've never left home, which they find rather disappointing. Stop and think for a moment. Do you need to be in a big city where all the comforts of home are available? Or do you want to live where it's quiet, peaceful and authentically Korean? Neither living arrangement is necessarily best, but they are certainly very different. So, ensure that your teaching in Korea experience is a good one. Do this by making sure that your recruiter finds you a job in a place you'll enjoy living.
2. Get a Suitable Working Environment
Teaching jobs in Korea vary widely. For example, it has been mandated by law that every public school in Korea must have a native-speaking English teacher, which means there are lots of these public school jobs available. These are good jobs that offer security and a decent wage. Working in a school is typically a 9 to 5 affair. Private English language tutoring facilities are also popular. These Hagwon jobs usually have easier schedules and higher salaries. They're not perfect, though. Many teachers report being cheated or mistreated by hagwon owners.
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You can also find English teaching jobs in some of Korea's biggest corporations, like Samsung. You can teach kindergarten students, adults, and everything in between. Choose wisely. Can you cope with a classroom full of rowdy elementary school students? I'd fail miserably because I'm not so great with young kids. How about you? What position with you excel in? Children? corporate executives? Public schools? Private schools? Choose a position you don't enjoy, and you'll be miserable the entire time you're in Korea, and that's not what you want!
3. Back to School
Getting properly trained
to teach is important. Here is why. First, the flailing economies of the West are driving thousands of young, college-educated people to Korea to teach English. You need to be at least as qualified as them. Having a TEFL certificate may make the difference between getting the job you want and losing out to someone more qualified.
In addition, what you learn is very useful. Being an English speaker does not make you an effective teacher. In the past, nobody cared. Those days are gone, and now you'll be forced to show measurable results. Also, a little confidence boost goes a long way, and being certified will certainly make you feel better on that difficult first day of class.
1. Choose a City
Many English teachers live far away from the bright lights of Seoul or Buson. Many think it's great. Many others can't stand it. Almost all, though, have done the same thing. They have simply followed the advice of their recruiter (who needed to place someone out in a rural area). This is a bad idea. Why? Mostly because some people simply can't handle living outside of Seoul or Buson. Others can't stand to be in these cities! Teachers sent out to rural areas often site the lack of Western goods as a major headache.
Learn How to Speak Korean in 3 Easy Steps
New teachers in Seoul often feel like they've never left home, which they find rather disappointing. Stop and think for a moment. Do you need to be in a big city where all the comforts of home are available? Or do you want to live where it's quiet, peaceful and authentically Korean? Neither living arrangement is necessarily best, but they are certainly very different. So, ensure that your teaching in Korea experience is a good one. Do this by making sure that your recruiter finds you a job in a place you'll enjoy living.
2. Get a Suitable Working Environment
Teaching jobs in Korea vary widely. For example, it has been mandated by law that every public school in Korea must have a native-speaking English teacher, which means there are lots of these public school jobs available. These are good jobs that offer security and a decent wage. Working in a school is typically a 9 to 5 affair. Private English language tutoring facilities are also popular. These Hagwon jobs usually have easier schedules and higher salaries. They're not perfect, though. Many teachers report being cheated or mistreated by hagwon owners.
Get a FREE 6-day Korean Course
You can also find English teaching jobs in some of Korea's biggest corporations, like Samsung. You can teach kindergarten students, adults, and everything in between. Choose wisely. Can you cope with a classroom full of rowdy elementary school students? I'd fail miserably because I'm not so great with young kids. How about you? What position with you excel in? Children? corporate executives? Public schools? Private schools? Choose a position you don't enjoy, and you'll be miserable the entire time you're in Korea, and that's not what you want!
3. Back to School
Getting properly trained
to teach is important. Here is why. First, the flailing economies of the West are driving thousands of young, college-educated people to Korea to teach English. You need to be at least as qualified as them. Having a TEFL certificate may make the difference between getting the job you want and losing out to someone more qualified.In addition, what you learn is very useful. Being an English speaker does not make you an effective teacher. In the past, nobody cared. Those days are gone, and now you'll be forced to show measurable results. Also, a little confidence boost goes a long way, and being certified will certainly make you feel better on that difficult first day of class.
Monday, October 31, 2011
I lived and worked in Korea for 5 years? Anybody interested in a great adventure--teaching in Korea?
http://www.liveinasiablog.com/2011/10/teaching-in-korea-how-to-ensure-a-great-experienc/ http://amplify.com/u/a1g3kg
http://www.liveinasiablog.com/2011/10/teaching-in-korea-how-to-ensure-a-great-experienc/ http://amplify.com/u/a1g3kg
Sunday, October 30, 2011
How to Learn Korean: A Simple 3-Step Plan
Original Source: The Live in Asia Blog
Want
to Master Korean? I bet you do! Korean is becoming a popular destination
for both tourists and for those looking to find overseas work. Korean
can be frustating and difficult to master, though, if you don't know
what you're doing. Follow the 3 steps laid out below, on the other hand,
and you'll learn Korean with ease.
How to Learn Korean Step 1: Master the Korean Alphabet
When I lived in Korea, I met lots of people who had tried to speak Korean without taking the time to learn to pronounce Korean characters. It seems like a quick shortcut to speaking the language. Glossing over Korean characters, though, impedes the learning process greatly. It causes problems because the sounds of English characters do not translate well into Korean. For example, here's how you say, "Korea has four distinct seasons." Hangugeun ne gyejeori tturyeothada. Read that and try to get the pronunciation correct! You're not going to like the results. What will happen is that you'll learn Korean with terrible pronunciation. Correcting bad pronunciation, bye the way, is much more difficult than just getting it right the firts time. So, don't use English characters to learn the Korean language--learn Korean characters now.
How to Learn Korean Step 2: Master Korean Grammar
Learning Korean grammar is essential to speaking Korean correctly. I see you cringing, and I feel your pain, but hear me out. I'm not suggesting that you spend tons of time doing sentence construction drills. What I'm saying is that you should get familiar with the basics. Why? Learning the basics of Korean grammar is necessary because it goes against what you'll "feel" is normal. For example, in English we use the structure Subject + Verb + Object. We would say, then, "I threw the ball."
Korean word order, on the other hand, is Subject + Object + Verb. In the example above, then, we must say "I ball threw." Notice also that I left out the article in this sentence. The Korean language does not make use of articles. Now, look at these two simple grammar rules I have given you. Then think about saying a sentence like, "I bought lunch." It's going to be easier knowing the grammar rules I gave you above, isn't it? It's going to be far easier, I'm sure you'll agree.
How to Learn Korean Step 3: Find Someone to Talk to
It's actually a good idea to begin speaking right away. I just want to make a point, though. Of course, my point is that you must learn proper pronunciation and correct grammar from day one. If you don't, you'll suffer from poor pronunciation and terrible grammar. Now you've got a great plan for learning the Korean language. Get to work, and enjoy your new language learning experience.
How to Learn Korean Step 1: Master the Korean Alphabet
When I lived in Korea, I met lots of people who had tried to speak Korean without taking the time to learn to pronounce Korean characters. It seems like a quick shortcut to speaking the language. Glossing over Korean characters, though, impedes the learning process greatly. It causes problems because the sounds of English characters do not translate well into Korean. For example, here's how you say, "Korea has four distinct seasons." Hangugeun ne gyejeori tturyeothada. Read that and try to get the pronunciation correct! You're not going to like the results. What will happen is that you'll learn Korean with terrible pronunciation. Correcting bad pronunciation, bye the way, is much more difficult than just getting it right the firts time. So, don't use English characters to learn the Korean language--learn Korean characters now.
How to Learn Korean Step 2: Master Korean Grammar
Learning Korean grammar is essential to speaking Korean correctly. I see you cringing, and I feel your pain, but hear me out. I'm not suggesting that you spend tons of time doing sentence construction drills. What I'm saying is that you should get familiar with the basics. Why? Learning the basics of Korean grammar is necessary because it goes against what you'll "feel" is normal. For example, in English we use the structure Subject + Verb + Object. We would say, then, "I threw the ball."
Korean word order, on the other hand, is Subject + Object + Verb. In the example above, then, we must say "I ball threw." Notice also that I left out the article in this sentence. The Korean language does not make use of articles. Now, look at these two simple grammar rules I have given you. Then think about saying a sentence like, "I bought lunch." It's going to be easier knowing the grammar rules I gave you above, isn't it? It's going to be far easier, I'm sure you'll agree.
How to Learn Korean Step 3: Find Someone to Talk to
It's actually a good idea to begin speaking right away. I just want to make a point, though. Of course, my point is that you must learn proper pronunciation and correct grammar from day one. If you don't, you'll suffer from poor pronunciation and terrible grammar. Now you've got a great plan for learning the Korean language. Get to work, and enjoy your new language learning experience.
Want to learn Korean? View this great FREE Korean Course, with over 100 videos!
Teaching in Korea is fun and easy, and you can make a ton of money doing it. Discover it now!
Teaching in Korea is fun and easy, and you can make a ton of money doing it. Discover it now!
Tuesday, October 11, 2011
Find Out if Online Learning is the Best Way to Learn Italian for You
Italian is one of those beautiful languages that most of us would
like to know. What most of us are not sure of, if we do decide to start
learning, is whether we should take Italian lessons online, join an
Italian class, or just buy some books and start studying. This post is
going to answer the question, "Should I take Italian lessons online?" Do you know the best way to learn Italian? Discover it now!
Are you pressed for time?
One of the biggest benefits of taking Italian lessons online is that it saves you quite a bit of time. How? The most obvious reason is that you don't have to travel to get to class. Your virtual classroom is right in your living room, or, if you have a laptop, on the bus and in your local coffee shop. There's more. When you take Italian lessons online, you also get to download audio files that go on your MP3 player. This saves you time by allowing you to study while you're jogging, commuting, or just relaxing on your front porch. Finally, when taking Italian lessons online, you get to pick what you learn. For example, if you just want to communicate verbally, you can choose an audio course that focuses on speaking Italian, not wasting your time with in-depth grammar lessons that you don't really care about.
How outgoing are you?
I wouldn't really describe myself as a shy person, but I do hate to be embarrassed. This means that if I take a classroom-based Italian course, I'll usually just sit quietly, missing out on valuable speaking practice. And, of course, with books there isn't any conversation practice at all. Things are very different when taking Italian lessons online. When taking Italian lessons online, you use interactive dialogues to perfect your pronunciation and engage in real-life conversations. If you're at all like me, this will be the easiest and most comfortable way for you to master the Italian language.
How much self-discipline do you have?
There are many benefits to taking Italian courses online. To get the most out of them, however, you must make a learning schedule and stick to it. This can be a problem for some people. If you're not the most self-disciplined person, I suggest that you get a calendar and write in the days and times you plan to study. Then ask a friend or family member to help you stick to the plan. Or, if that's going to be too difficult, you may want to take a local course, where your teacher will provide some structure for you.
Are you looking for the most cost-effective way to study Italian?
Another huge benefit of taking Italian lessons online is that it is very cost-effective. And don't let the cheap prices fool you. Online Italian lessons are just as comprehensive as other courses. Why do you get so much for so little? Mostly because you are buying a digital product, and digital products are very cheap to produce. You don't need expensive paper. You don't need expensive classrooms, and you don't have to pay any type of shipping fees--just download and go!
Should you take Italian lessons online?
If you don't think you can stick to a self-designed learning schedule, you may want to think twice about it. Also, if you need lots of social interaction, a classroom-based course may be best for you. On the other hand, if you're looking for the quickest, most cost-effective, and time-saving way to master the Italian language, then you should definitely take Italian lessons online.
Discover the best way to learn the Italian language!
Are you pressed for time?
One of the biggest benefits of taking Italian lessons online is that it saves you quite a bit of time. How? The most obvious reason is that you don't have to travel to get to class. Your virtual classroom is right in your living room, or, if you have a laptop, on the bus and in your local coffee shop. There's more. When you take Italian lessons online, you also get to download audio files that go on your MP3 player. This saves you time by allowing you to study while you're jogging, commuting, or just relaxing on your front porch. Finally, when taking Italian lessons online, you get to pick what you learn. For example, if you just want to communicate verbally, you can choose an audio course that focuses on speaking Italian, not wasting your time with in-depth grammar lessons that you don't really care about.
How outgoing are you?
I wouldn't really describe myself as a shy person, but I do hate to be embarrassed. This means that if I take a classroom-based Italian course, I'll usually just sit quietly, missing out on valuable speaking practice. And, of course, with books there isn't any conversation practice at all. Things are very different when taking Italian lessons online. When taking Italian lessons online, you use interactive dialogues to perfect your pronunciation and engage in real-life conversations. If you're at all like me, this will be the easiest and most comfortable way for you to master the Italian language.
How much self-discipline do you have?
There are many benefits to taking Italian courses online. To get the most out of them, however, you must make a learning schedule and stick to it. This can be a problem for some people. If you're not the most self-disciplined person, I suggest that you get a calendar and write in the days and times you plan to study. Then ask a friend or family member to help you stick to the plan. Or, if that's going to be too difficult, you may want to take a local course, where your teacher will provide some structure for you.
Are you looking for the most cost-effective way to study Italian?
Another huge benefit of taking Italian lessons online is that it is very cost-effective. And don't let the cheap prices fool you. Online Italian lessons are just as comprehensive as other courses. Why do you get so much for so little? Mostly because you are buying a digital product, and digital products are very cheap to produce. You don't need expensive paper. You don't need expensive classrooms, and you don't have to pay any type of shipping fees--just download and go!
Should you take Italian lessons online?
If you don't think you can stick to a self-designed learning schedule, you may want to think twice about it. Also, if you need lots of social interaction, a classroom-based course may be best for you. On the other hand, if you're looking for the quickest, most cost-effective, and time-saving way to master the Italian language, then you should definitely take Italian lessons online.
Discover the best way to learn the Italian language!
Monday, October 10, 2011
How to Learn Chinese: Are Chinese Online Courses For You?
With a huge portion of the world being native Chinese speakers, and
with the commercial rise of mainland China, it's safe to say that
learning Chinese is plenty worth our time. And with online language
learning improving rapidly, you have to ask yourself, "Should I take
Chinese lessons online?" The answer to that question is, "Maybe." This
post is going to tell you how to decide if taking Chinese lessons online
is the right choice for you personally. To understand your learning situation even better, I suggest that you also read this article, The 3 Types of Chinese Language Programs.
Are you pressed for time?
Most of us have pretty busy schedules these days. If that includes you, you'll want to consider taking Chinese lessons online. Why? Because you can complete your online course from the comfort of your own home, from your office, or from your favorite cafe. Wherever you decide to study, you won't have to commute. You won't have to show up early for class, and you won't have to wait in line behind other students just to get a few minutes of speaking practice with a native Chinese speaker.
Do you want to get the most of your money?
Well, of course you do, but not all inexpensive products are good value. When you opt for Chinese lessons online, this is not the case--they are great value for your money. Why do they offer so much for so little? Because the business model is very efficient. First, the product is digital, which means it takes no expensive raw materials, like paper, to produce. Second, all instruction is pre-recorded, which means that it's not necessary to continually pay for expensive teachers and staff. Finally, there is no need for a classroom, and no expensive rent means much lower costs.
Are you looking for social interaction?
I tend to learn better when I sit down in a quiet place and study on my own. Others, though, get bored or distracted quickly if left alone. If you need social interaction to learn effectively, you may want to consider taking a classroom-based course. If you're more like me, on the other hand, you'll prefer taking Chinese lessons online. Also, I tend to be a bit shy when learning a new language--I get embarrassed easily. Because if this, I feel much more comfortable practicing my pronunciation in the comfort of my own home. How do you feel? If you're a bit shy or easily embarrassed, you should definitely take Chinese lessons online.
Can you make a Chinese language learning plan and stick to it?
When you take Chinese lessons online, you are not given a whole lot of structure. You study what you want, when you want to study it. For some people this is great. They like to set their own schedules, and they are good at sticking to the plans they create. Others are not so organized. You have to be honest here. Are you going to be able to make a learning schedule and stick to it? If so, then you should take Chinese lessons online. If not, you may want to go with something that offers a bit more structure.
Should you take Chinese lessons online?
If you are an independent person who is capable of making a Chinese language learning schedule and sticking to it, then, yes, you should take Chinese lessons online. If, on the other hand, you are someone who gets bored and distracted easily, you may want to consider a more structured option, or at least ask someone to be your study partner. Whatever you choose to do, I wish you the best of luck.
Stop by the Live in Asia Blog to learn even more--and have a little fun!
Are you pressed for time?
Most of us have pretty busy schedules these days. If that includes you, you'll want to consider taking Chinese lessons online. Why? Because you can complete your online course from the comfort of your own home, from your office, or from your favorite cafe. Wherever you decide to study, you won't have to commute. You won't have to show up early for class, and you won't have to wait in line behind other students just to get a few minutes of speaking practice with a native Chinese speaker.
Do you want to get the most of your money?
Well, of course you do, but not all inexpensive products are good value. When you opt for Chinese lessons online, this is not the case--they are great value for your money. Why do they offer so much for so little? Because the business model is very efficient. First, the product is digital, which means it takes no expensive raw materials, like paper, to produce. Second, all instruction is pre-recorded, which means that it's not necessary to continually pay for expensive teachers and staff. Finally, there is no need for a classroom, and no expensive rent means much lower costs.
Are you looking for social interaction?
I tend to learn better when I sit down in a quiet place and study on my own. Others, though, get bored or distracted quickly if left alone. If you need social interaction to learn effectively, you may want to consider taking a classroom-based course. If you're more like me, on the other hand, you'll prefer taking Chinese lessons online. Also, I tend to be a bit shy when learning a new language--I get embarrassed easily. Because if this, I feel much more comfortable practicing my pronunciation in the comfort of my own home. How do you feel? If you're a bit shy or easily embarrassed, you should definitely take Chinese lessons online.
Can you make a Chinese language learning plan and stick to it?
When you take Chinese lessons online, you are not given a whole lot of structure. You study what you want, when you want to study it. For some people this is great. They like to set their own schedules, and they are good at sticking to the plans they create. Others are not so organized. You have to be honest here. Are you going to be able to make a learning schedule and stick to it? If so, then you should take Chinese lessons online. If not, you may want to go with something that offers a bit more structure.
Should you take Chinese lessons online?
If you are an independent person who is capable of making a Chinese language learning schedule and sticking to it, then, yes, you should take Chinese lessons online. If, on the other hand, you are someone who gets bored and distracted easily, you may want to consider a more structured option, or at least ask someone to be your study partner. Whatever you choose to do, I wish you the best of luck.
Stop by the Live in Asia Blog to learn even more--and have a little fun!
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