Episode 84: The Power of Reading in our World Language Classes with Dr. Stephen Krashen

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Join us in this powerful conversation with Dr. Stephen Krashen, a renowned expert in the field of Second Language Acquisition. In this episode, Dr. Krashen shares his invaluable insights on the critical role of reading in language learning, the importance of compelling input, and the often-overlooked distinction between acquisition and learning.
Main Highlights:
The Role of Grammar: Discover Dr. Krashen's perspective on how grammar fits into the language acquisition puzzle and why it’s not the answer we’re looking for.
Compelling Input: Learn what makes input compelling and why it's a game-changer in language acquisition.
Acquisition vs. Learning: Uncover why the concept of acquisition and learning is still widely misunderstood and how this impacts language education.
The Power of Reading: Find out why Dr. Krashen believes reading is the key to advancing in language acquisition, even more so than conversation.
Click play, grab your favorite drink (even better if it's coffee), and enjoy this captivating conversation that might just redefine your approach to language acquisition.
Resources and Links Mentioned:

Dr. Stephen Krashen's Website

Article: The Power of Reading (PDF)
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