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Feel Uncomfortable, Learn More: Why My Lessons Are 100% in the Target Language
Learn why feeling lost in a language class is a good sign—and how immersion, intensity, and discomfort help you truly improve.

James Batchelor
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Feel Uncomfortable, Learn More: Why My Lessons Are 100% in the Target Language
Learn why feeling lost in a language class is a good sign—and how immersion, intensity, and discomfort help you truly improve.


So You Want to Live Abroad? A Language Teacher Answers Your Questions About Expat Life in France
Thinking about moving abroad? Read this Q&A with an English teacher in Vincennes who shares the challenges and rewards of expat life.


Stop Learning Lists of Words. Start Learning to Say What You Think.
Think fluency means learning more words? Think again. This blog shows how confidence, not memorization, unlocks real speaking skills. English teacher in Vincennes.
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Feel Uncomfortable, Learn More: Why My Lessons Are 100% in the Target Language
Learn why feeling lost in a language class is a good sign—and how immersion, intensity, and discomfort help you truly improve.
What Does “Bail” Really Mean? From Diddy’s Trial to Sheldon’s Bailment – and Your French Lease
From Diddy’s bail to Sheldon’s bailment to a French lease — discover how “bail” hides a powerful linguistic and legal story.


🎆 Fireworks & Flags: The 4th of July and National Holidays in the English-Speaking World
Discover the history of the 4th of July, quirky facts, and national holidays in English-speaking countries. A fun blog for B1 learners!
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