Become Fluent in Any Language

Speaking a foreign language gives you more sophisticated problem-solving skills, more tools for multitasking and expressing yourself, and opens up more career opportunities – not to mention the ability to more fully immerse yourself in other cultures. But learning a new language can be an unmanageably long endeavor. Join Gabriel Wyner to learn how you can become (and stay) fluent in a new language in months, not years.

Throughout this course, you’ll explore memorization tools, linguistic concepts, and free software that will ensure fluency in the shortest amount of time possible. You’ll learn about the four essential stages of language acquisition: understanding correct pronunciation, building vocabulary and grammar skills, reading and listening effectively, and conversing with native speakers. You’ll also learn about antiquated methods to avoid (such as translating between new and native languages) and cutting-edge new techniques that ensure maximum absorption and retention.

By the end of this course, you’ll have an easy system for learning a new language, retaining, and expressing yourself as quickly as possible.

• Class Introduction
• The Science of Memory
• Spaced Repetition
• Tools of Language Learning
• The Basics of Anki
• Analog Methods
• How to Hear & Form New Sounds
• Train Your Mouth
• Student Questions
• How to Learn a New Spelling System
• Typing in your Target Language
• Learning Simple Vocabulary
• Designing Your Flashcards
• Demo: Learning Simple Words
• Japanese & Chinese Flashcards
• Breaking Down Grammar
• Abstract Vocabulary
• Flashcard Review
• Demo: Grammar & Abstract Vocabulary
• Lang-8 & Assimil Books
• Making Language Work For Your Life
• Mobile Language Learning
• Study Habits Review
• Time to Play: Custom Vocabulary
• Flashcards for Abstract Words
• Listening & Reading Comprehension
• Time to Play: TV & Film
• Time to Play: Speaking Fluently
• Method Review
• The Science of Friendship
• Why Do We Do This?