最佳Ling Learn Language播客 (2024)

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211 - Three things I wish I had known as a beginner student of Chinese: The time machine, part 1 25:02

21h ago25:02

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I started learning Chinese more than 15 years ago. Here are three things I wish I had known back then, as a beginner! #learnchinese #beginner #timemachine #learningstrategies Link to article: Three things I wish I had known as a beginner student of Chinese: The time machine, part 1: https://www.hackingchinese.com/three-things-i-wish-i-had-known-as-…

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Minisode: I Wonder... (Elementary) 7:18

1d ago7:18

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我很好奇他怎么没来。。I wonder why he didn’t come..好奇 - Curious奇怪，他怎么没来？。。Strange, why didn’t he come? 我很好奇答案是什么。。I wonder what the answer is..我很好奇发生了什么。。。I wonder what happened我好奇你用中文怎么说？.. I wonder how you say that in Chinese.我还以为是谁带来这些饼干，原来是你啊！ I was wondering who brought those cookies, so it was you!我以为今天要下雨，原来是一个大晴天。 I thought it was going to rain today,…

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Do You Know 1 Person Who Needs Help? 1:21

22h ago1:21

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Do you know 1 other person who would be interested in tools and resources to confidently navigate this complex journey of hearing loss, communication and school accomodations? Send me an email at hello@raisingdeafkids.com with the name and email of 1 person who you would like to see helped by the resources on these podcast episodes that we share we…

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Lesson 140: Expressing Emotions in Thai with Inside Out 4:24

4d ago4:24

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Hello, It's Anchisa from the Ling app here to share another story with you! In this essential episode of "Learn Thai with Ling," we explore how to express emotions in Thai, inspired by the beloved characters from the animation "Inside Out." From Joy to Sadness, Anger to Fear, and Disgust, learn the Thai words for these core emotions and how to use …

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90 | Afraid to Label Your Child as Deaf? 3 Ways to Embrace Your Child's Deaf Identity 16:34

2d ago16:34

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Are you having a hard time accepting your child’s diagnosis as being Deaf? I know that the hearing loss journey looks different for every family, and some families can really struggle with coming to terms with the fact that your child is deaf. I remember when I found out that my first kid had hearing loss, I literally couldn’t call him Deaf for the…

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210 - The 10 best free Chinese listening resources for beginner, intermediate and advanced learners 18:45

5d ago18:45

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Listening is the most important skill of all, because it accelerates all other learning and is crucial for social integration. What are the best free Chinese listening resources out there for beginner, intermediate and advanced learners? Link to article: ⁠The 10 best free Chinese listening resources for beginner, intermediate and advanced learners⁠…

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89 | 3 Questions I Always Ask Our IEP Team to Gain Clarity at the IEP Meeting 19:13

4d ago19:13

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Are you dreading the school year a little because handling the IEP team feels like a full time job? Do you have anxiety during the day because you aren’t convinced that your child is getting the accommodations and help that they truly need to thrive in school? I get it and I’ve been in not great IEP situations with my own kids. While it does depend…

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The Joy Of Learning (Elementary) 29:08

8d ago29:08

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Join us this week for a beginner Chinese lesson about The Joy of Learning, something as language learners, I believe we can all relate to.Thanks again to Maayot for being our sponsor for this episode as well as providing the article for today's lesson. For daily, bite-sized stories sent to your inbox, follow the link right here: www.maayot.comVocab…

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88 | Answer These 5 Questions to Get Clarity on School Accomodations for Your Child with Hearing Loss 18:36

9d ago18:36

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School is just around the corner, and you’re already worried about how the year’s going to go with your child. You’re already dreading the IEP meeting and worried about if you’re child is going to get the right accommodations this year. To top it all off you’re confused about what your child even needs in the classroom! I know that school is a stru…

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209 - Student Q&A, August 2024: Avoiding mental translation, untranslatable words and why practising translation is good 22:13

12d ago22:13

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How can you stop translating in your head? What are some Chinese words that can’t be translated? And why is translation a worthwhile learning activity? #learnchinese #translation #mentaltranslation Podcast listener survey: https://forms.gle/tVqRe8gVhoQwj9xM7 Link to article: Student Q&A, August 2024: Avoiding mental translation, untranslatable word…

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87 | 3 Unconventional Steps to Build Your Self Trust As a Mom 28:05

12d ago28:05

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Do you struggle with knowing if you’re making the right decisions or not? Do you look to everyone else for the answers, but still feel as confused as ever? I’ve definitely been there, and I found that the more I asked and googled the more confused than ever I was about what I should be actually doing with my child and my family. That’s when I woke …

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Minisode: Punching In (Pre-Intermediate) 9:33

15d ago9:33

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Lindi: 听说你刚刚去了华盛顿。玩儿得怎么样？（Tīng shuō nǐ gānggāng qùle HuáShèngDùn. Wán er dé zěnme yàng?）I heard you just went to Washington D.C. How was your trip? Vicky: 啊，是的，是的，我们这个周末去了一趟华盛顿。。很不错。以前去华盛顿都是去白宫这些旅游景点打卡，可是这一次我们去的是一些居民区，感觉特别不一样啊。（A, shì de, shì de, wǒmen zhège zhōumò qùle yī tàng huáshèngdùn.. Hěn bùcuò. Yǐqián qù huáshèngdùn dōu shì qù báigōng zhèxi…

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86 | 3 Ways to Get Your Extended Family On- Board with Learning ASL to Communicate With Your Deaf Child 22:30

17d ago22:30

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Are you learning ASL for your child, but you’re frustrated because the rest of your family isn’t on-board with using ASL? Maybe they prefer to talk to your child, even if speech isn’t accessible to your child’s hearing? It can be difficult when family members, who we feel like are supposed to be there to support us through this journey, actually se…

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208 - Insights from my recent trip to China: The importance of top-down listening 13:39

20d ago13:39

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Understanding Chinese involves more than just knowing words and phrases; it's about using context to interpret meaning. My recent trip to China highlighted the crucial role of top-down listening in navigating dialects, speech patterns, and unexpected questions. #learnchinese #topdownlistening #accents #immersion #context Link to article: Insights f…

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85 | My Deaf Kids Never Caught Up in Speech! What I Focus on Instead for Communication 28:10

19d ago28:10

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Going through the evaluation process for speech therapy can be a little deflating! I remember when I was in speech therapy with my boys twice a week every week, and then practicing those speech goals everyday at home. I was so excited to see how they were mastering each goal and moving onto the next and I was so proud of how hard they were working!…

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Listening/Speech Training: Fitness Newbie & Dieting Misconceptions (Upper Intermediate) 16:23

22d ago16:23

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Fitness Newbie1. 女性：锻炼。。。锻炼腿部。。。。腹部。。。腿部和腹部。。。。锻炼腿部和腹部。。。。。主要。。主要是锻炼腿部和腹部。。。。。小白。。。健身小白。。。。但我是健身小白。。。。。主要是锻炼腿部和腹部，但我是健身小白。。。。。。。。。。。。。。。。男性：你想锻炼哪个部位？。。。。。。。。。。女性：主要是锻炼腿部和腹部，但我是健身小白。2. 男性：我们这里。。。有很多。。。有很多器械。。。。我们这里有很多器械。。。。。可以。。。可以帮你。。。。。达到目标。。。可以帮你达到目标。。。。。。我们这里有很多器械可以帮你达到目标。。。。。。。。。。。。。。。。。。。女性：你可以给我一些具体建议吗？。。。。。。。。。。。男性：当然！我们这里有很多器械可以帮你达到目标…

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Lesson 139: Thai Time: Understanding the 6-Hour Clock 5:40

25d ago5:40

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Hello, It's Anchisa from the Ling app here to share another story with you! In this essential episode of "Learn Thai with Ling," we tackle one of the trickiest topics for Thai learners: telling time using the Thai 6-hour clock system. Discover how the day is divided into unique periods, and learn practical phrases and tips to help you read and tell…

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84 | How to Use Cued Speech and ASL Together for The Best Language Support for Your Deaf Child with CueSign 53:54

24d ago53:54

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Are you sick of researching all of the language options for your child? Do you have a hard time understanding what all of the options mean, and you can’t seem to pick one? Well, you might not have to pick just one! Today on the podcast I welcome Amy and Sarah from the organization CueSign. In this episode we talk about cued speech, how it’s differe…

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207 - Chinese character variants and font differences for language learners 17:43

27d ago17:43

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Small details sometimes matter when writing Chinese characters, but sometimes they don't. Figuring out which details to pay attention to is made harder by character variants and font differences! #learnchinese #chineselanguage #chinesefonts #languagelearning #chinesetips Link to article: Chinese character variants and font differences for language …

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83 | The Journey Begins: Embracing a New Normal After Your Child's Hearing Loss Diagnosis 23:51

26d ago23:51

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Finding out that your child has hearing loss can be a shock. There are so many emotions that you go through as a parent, and all of them are OK! It can also be really difficult to know how to move forward after getting that news. Today we’re going to talk about embracing your child’s “new normal” with hearing loss and what to do next after you get …

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Dieting Misconceptions (Upper Intermediate) 37:04

29d ago37:04

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Weight Loss Misconceptions, and Unhelpful HabitsThanks to Maayot for sponsoring today's episode! Please visit Maayot.com to improve Chinese reading comprehension and more.Website: https://www.maayot.com减肥 – to lose weight误区 – a misconception, a persistent mistaken idea饮食 – food and drink, diet – as in what one normally eats情绪 – morale, feeling, moo…

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Lesson 138: Quick Tips for Boosting Your Thai Learning 3:20

1M ago3:20

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Hello, It's Anchisa from the Ling app here to share another story with you! In this quick and exciting episode, we'll explore the latest trends in Thai language learning for 2024. With six months into the year, it's the perfect time to reignite your motivation and find new ways to make your Thai learning journey fun and engaging. Discover how AI is…

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82 | My Favorite Sensory Activities that Build Language Skills for Kids with Hearing Loss 15:53

1M ago15:53

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Sensory play is essential for your child’s development. Kids naturally use all of their senses to engage in the world around them, and for kids with hearing loss it helps to increase the sensory input of the other senses. Sensory activities can also strengthen foundational language skills- win win all around! Whether you’re a first-time mom or expe…

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81 | Talking to Children about Cochlear Implant Surgery: 3 Tips for Making the Discussion Age-Appropriate 17:03

1M ago17:03

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Getting ready for cochlear implant surgery is a big step! You’ve already been through the process of trying out hearing aids, lots of testing and maybe even started speech therapy. And now you’re finally close to surgery day! While getting the surgery can be an exciting step, it can also be a scary thing to think about. Your child undoubtedly has m…

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206 - Why you should preview before every Chinese lesson 14:17

1M ago14:17

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Previewing before Chinese lessons is a simple yet frequently overlooked method to enhance learning. By previewing, you maximise the benefits of each lesson, allowing you to focus on areas where you truly need a teacher's guidance. #learnchinese #preview #class #course Link to article: Why you should preview before every Chinese lesson: https://www.…

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So Cliche (Intermediate) 6:34

1M ago6:34

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Lindi: 诶？听说昨天我们这儿有一个名人演讲。你去听了吗？(Éi? Tīng shuō zuótiān wǒmen zhè'er yǒu yīgè míngrén yǎnjiǎng. Nǐ qù tīngle ma?)Hey I heard a well-known speaker came here to give a speech yesterday. Did you go?Vicky: 哎。。。我去了。别提了。你什么也没错过。都是一些陈词滥调。没什么意思. (Āi... Wǒ qùle. Biétíle. Nǐ shénme yě méi cuòguò. Dōu shì yīxiē chéncílàndiào. Méishénme yìsi.)Ah...I went. Don't…

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Lesson 137: Live on Discord: LGBTQ+ Culture in Thailand 56:56

1M ago56:56

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Hello, It's Anchisa from the Ling app here to share another story with you! In this special episode of "Learn Thai with Ling," join me for a lively discussion on LGBTQ+ culture in Thailand, originally broadcasted live on Discord. We know it's a little late, but we couldn't wait to share this insightful and engaging conversation with our podcast lis…

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80 | Living with Hearing Loss And Being An Advocate for Your Child with Valerie James Abbott, Mary Clare and Bridie 1:12:27

1M ago1:12:27

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I’m excited to bring you this conversation today with author Valerie James Abbott and her daughters Mary Clare and Bridie. Bridie was diagnosed with hearing loss at age 3 years old, and today we sit down and chat about living with hearing loss in the house, being a sibling of a person with hearing loss, advocating in school for your child, and we e…

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79 | 3 Ways I Help my Deaf Kids Build Confidence and Resilience 20:09

1M ago20:09

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Building confidence and resilience in our kids is so important! These skills are what take them through life and allow them to try new things, fail and keep moving forward. Especially for kids who are Deaf or hard of hearing, who most likely will come up on extra challenges in their life simply because of their hearing loss. Today we’re going to ta…

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205 - How I used a notebook to learn more Chinese, and why you should too 19:34

1M ago19:34

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The humble notebook is a powerful tool for learners of Chinese. Whether an exquisite leather-bound journal or a digital text file, a notebook offers more than a space to record information about vocabulary or grammar. #learnchinese #notes #notebook #logging Link to article: How I used a notebook to learn more Chinese, and why you should too: https:…

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Fitness Newbie (Intermediate) 40:51

1M ago40:51

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Are you into fitness, or do you aspire to do it more often and fall short? Either way, you're not alone. Join us as we talk about exercise basics, being a novice, and more.A big thank you to today's sponsor, Maayot.com. I often use Maayot as a way of staying up to date on current stories in China, while getting in some daily Mandarin practice. Plea…

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78 | Bridging the Gap in Our Churches Between the Hearing and Deaf Communities with Erin Falacho 49:21

1M ago49:21

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Today on the podcast I welcome Erin Falacho from @erinfollowsjesus and @sincerelybygod Erin gives such great encouragement to mainstream churches about how to welcome everybody into their community, and we had a great conversation about welcoming the deaf and hard of hearing community into church and how to give our deaf and hard of hearing kids ac…

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77 | How to Help Your Child’s Coach or Instructor Communicate Effectively in Extracurricular Activities for Your Child with Hearing Loss 22:50

2M ago22:50

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How many times have you wanted to put your child in an extracurricular activity, but you stopped short because you didn’t think your child would understand or would be able to hear what was going on? Language access in school is one thing, and we often fight hard for that. Language access in extracurricular activities is almost non-existent for our…

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Lesson 136: Rainbow Talk: Fun LGBTQ+ Slangs in Thai and Tagalog 22:27

2M ago22:27

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Hello, It's Anchisa from the Ling app here to share another story with you! In this lively episode of "Learn Thai with Ling," We will explore the colorful world of LGBTQ+ as we dive into the vibrant world of LGBTQ+ slangs and culture in Thai and Tagalog. Featuring special guests Ananda and Kloe, this episode is packed with unique expressions, cultu…

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204 - Student Q&A, July 2024: Reading speed, children’s books and Chinese literature 21:06

2M ago21:06

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How can you read Chinese faster? Which children's books are best for second-language learners? And what's the ideal entry point into Chinese literature? #learnchinese #reading #q&a #speed #genre Link to article: Student Q&A, July 2024: Reading speed, children’s books and Chinese literature: https://www.hackingchinese.com/student-qa-july-2024-readin…

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Listening/Speech Training: Setting Up A Smart Phone & Cell Phone Savvy (Intermediate) 14:07

2M ago14:07

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Setting Up A Smart Phone:老奶奶: 我刚买了一部新手机，但有一些功能不太懂。你能帮我设置一下吗？(Wǒ gāng mǎile yī bù xīn shǒujī, dàn, yǒu yīxiē gōngnéng bù tài dǒng. Nǐ néng bāng wǒ shèzhì yīxià ma)小洋: 当然可以！你先开机，然后选择语言和地区，接下来选择手动设置。下一步，加入你的Wi-Fi。之后，你就可以根据它的提示一步一步进行操作。比如说，设置面部识别、密码解锁等等，最后选择想下载的App。这样就设置完了。(Dāngrán kěyǐ! Nǐ xiān kāijī, ránhòu xuǎnzé yǔyán hé dìqū, jiē xiàlái xuǎnzé shǒ…

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76 | 3 Strategies to Introduce Wearing New Devices to Your Kids with Hearing Loss 13:11

2M ago13:11

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This episode is for you if you have devices for your child and you’re wondering how the heck to get them to wear cochlear implants, hearing aids, bahas or even glasses! When you get the new devices there’s an introduction period, and today we’re going to talk about 3 strategies to help you work through that new device period and encourage your kids…

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75 | 3 Things I Wish I Knew Before Cochlear Implant Activation Day with my Deaf Child 18:59

2M ago18:59

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You made it all the way through a hearing loss diagnosis, MRIs, a full surgery, and now you’re ready for the cochlear implants to be activated! It is a super special day, one that is going to change your life and your child’s life. However there is a lot of hype and misinformation around cochlear implant activation day as well. Today I’m going to t…

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203 - The three factors that determine how much Chinese you learn 15:37

2M ago15:37

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When learning Chinese, your progress depends on three factors: the content you study, the methods you use, and the time you dedicate. To achieve your goals quickly and efficiently, strive to optimise all three! #learnchinese #progress #time #method #content Link to article: The three factors that determine how much Chinese you learn: https://www.ha…

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Cell Phone Savvy (Intermediate) 31:29

2M ago31:29

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In this episode, Vicky and I talk more about cell phone technology and Apps. We narrow in on vocabulary about Notification Settings, silencing or turning them off, and Smart Voice Assistants in China (like Xiao Du). A special thanks to Maayot.com for sponsoring today's episode. I use Maayot to improve my Mandarin skills, and have previously created…

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74 | My 3 Favorite Summer Activities To Practice Language and Keep My Kids Entertained 14:56

2M ago14:56

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Summer is the perfect time to do all of the activities! I like doing fun activities with my kids that improve their language… and summer activities are some of my favorite because you have the whole outdoors to explore and experience through language! Today I’m going to share my favorite 3 summer activities that practice language skills with my kid…

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73 | Teaching Kids About Deaf Culture and Advocacy Through Books with Katie the Author of Mighty Mila 1:02:49

2M ago1:02:49

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This is a really special one today! I got to sit down with the author of Mighty Mila, Katie Petruzziello! Katie and I chatted about how she chose books as a medium to spread positive awareness of deafness, helping your child learn to advocate for themselves in simple ways and how to step into leadership roles in our communities. Katie brings such g…

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72 | Make a Simple Language Practice Plan That You Can Stick to This Summer with Your Deaf or Hard of Hearing Child! 14:35

2M ago14:35

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Is summer with kids already getting away from you? It gets super busy all of a sudden when the kids are all home, and if we aren’t careful language practice can definitely fall by the wayside during the summer! However, the summer can also be a really great time to practice language a lot with your deaf or hard of hearing child! Today we’re going t…

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202 - Habit hacking for language learners 17:53

2M ago17:53

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Habits are routines that become smooth and effortless with repetition. By developing the right habits for learning Chinese, you can learn more with less effort! #learnchinese #habit #routine #studymanagement Link to article: Habit hacking for language learners: https://www.hackingchinese.com/habit-hacking-for-language-learners/ The best podcasts fo…

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Minisode: That's Catchy (Intermediate) 6:23

2M ago6:23

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Dialogue:Vicky: 我最近听了一首特别让我上头的歌。叫 My Stupid Heart. 那个小孩特别可爱。不知道你有没有听这首歌？(Wǒ zuìjìn tīngle yī shǒu tèbié ràng wǒ shàngtóu de gē. Jiào “My Stupid Heart” Nàgè xiǎohái tèbié kě'ài. Bù zhīdào nǐ yǒu méiyǒu tīng zhè shǒu gē)I recently heard a song that’s super catchy. It's called “My Stupid Heart” That kid is so cute. I don’t know if you've heard this so…

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71 | Looking for Fresh Ideas to Practice Language Skills? Here are My Favorite Play- Based Activities to Practice Language with my Deaf Kids 15:25

2M ago15:25

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As a parent of a child with hearing loss, it can be challenging to know how to encourage your child’s language development. However, you know it’s important to start to strengthen those language skills early! Today I’m going to give you 3 of my favorite play- based activities that I use to help my kids practice more language everyday. ********* Gra…

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70 | Midweek Minisode: Why Sensory Input is Important for Kids with Hearing Loss 7:50

2M ago7:50

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Welcome to the midweek minisode! This week I'm talking about why sensory input is actually a big deal for kids with hearing loss, and what I noticed in my own kids that your therapists are likely NOT telling you about sensory needs for deaf or hard of hearing children! ********** Get the Sensory Activity Play Guide here --> https://alainejacobs.myf…

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69 | My Top 5 Must- Have Items to Pack for Cochlear Implant Surgery Day For Your Child 17:20

2M ago17:20

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Congratulations! You made it this far in the process of getting cochlear implants for your child, and now you are almost to the cochlear implant surgery day. Getting this far is a big milestone. One that was filled with evaluation appointments, a life- changing diagnosis and making decisions about which cochlear company to choose. You have already …

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201 - Should you learn the pronunciation of radicals? 17:34

2M ago17:34

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Learning the building blocks of Chinese characters is a great idea, but what should learn about each character component? And more specifically, should you learn the pronunciation of radicals? #learnchinese #radicals #pronunciation #components Link to article: Should you learn the pronunciation of radicals? https://www.hackingchinese.com/learn-pron…

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Lesson 135: Fun and Fabulous: LGBTQ+ Slang in Thai 8:47

2M ago8:47

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Hello, It's Anchisa from the Ling app here to share another story with you! In this lively episode of "Learn Thai with Ling," We will explore the colorful world of LGBTQ+ slang in Thai. From "mong long" (to be given a crown) to "bpang bpù rí yây" (Bang!), discover how these playful expressions add flair to everyday conversations. Perfect for anyone…

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