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Caroline Jestaz
Experienced online language teacher & Novelist
My blog
2 days ago
#19. About rote learning
Rote learning in an integral part of language learning, but it's not always the best solution to memorise words.
4 days ago
Student feedback
What my students say about my teaching.
6 days ago
Your next trip to France made easy!
Have you ever found yourself in a brasserie eager to order food in French but not sure what to say? Here's the solution for next time!
Jan 24
Learning like a human
What if friendly aliens landed on our planet and observed our language learning habits?
Jan 20
How many hours a week should I spend learning a language?
The more time you spend practising a new language point, the better, but what really matters is how you organise yourself.
Jan 13
Language learning can be fun!
From the horse's mouth!
Jan 7
How do you say ''small'' in French?
French has fun ways of describing something small or even tiny.
Jan 3
Language learning and risks
What actual risks do we take when we learn a language?
Dec 16, 2024
Using WhatsApp as a language learning tool
There are many ways to use the messaging app to learn a language.
Dec 10, 2024
Another lovely student review
Another lovely review from a student!
Dec 5, 2024
How do you say ''to compromise'' in French?
The first post in a series of short, fun, easy-to-use French idioms.
Dec 3, 2024
The most common misconceptions about language learning
Here’s my opportunity to debunk classic reasons for not learning a language.
Dec 2, 2024
Taking stock
Taking stock and enjoying a lovely review from a student.
Nov 26, 2024
Maximising your learning
Here's another behind-the-scenes look at what my approach to language teaching is like.
Nov 21, 2024
Speaking a language does not have to be scary
How you choose to learn and use a language is entirely up to you.
Oct 29, 2024
Language learning is cyclical
Nothing is linear when you're learning a language, and all the better for it.
Oct 14, 2024
Pause before you speak
Why it's important to pause and think ahead before using the language you're studying.
Oct 10, 2024
Languages & Identity
Are we different when we speak another language ?
Oct 6, 2024
World Teachers' Day
Celebrating teachers everywhere.
Sep 23, 2024
Flow
Flow is at the core of language learning, but what does that mean exactly?
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