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The Thinking of Speaking
Issue #19 January / February 2016
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Motivation
A look at what motivation is, some of the science behind it, and how that all relates to language learning.
Motivation Killers in Learning a Language
So many people talk about ways to get motivated when learning a language, but what about what causes people to lose interest?
Mixing Languages and Relationships
With Valentine's Day coming soon, many of us are thinking about our relationships. Our love of languages can be a major part of those, but not always in a good way.
COLUMNS
Letter From The Editor
Making it Happen
For everything we do, there is a reason for it. That motivation is vital to our success, but understanding what motivates us and why is tricky. We look at what drives us ...
In Others' Words
Brian Powers
We interview Brian Powers, creator of "Languages Around the Globe", to find out more about the man behind the blog.
At the Cinema
Cutting Room Floor
While we try to find films you will like to see, not all make it through a first viewing. The two reviewed here proved too dull to even be watched completely.
Languages in Peril
Cyprus' Language Revival Approach Problem
Blogger Michael Keil writes about the endangered Arabic dialect spoken by Cypriot Maronites, also called "Sanna", and what he is doing to help save it.
Where Are You?
Guess the city and country from the article and picture.
At A Glance
Quick look at various language websites and resources
IN OTHER ISSUES
Revisited
Legends of Maui - Maui Snaring the Sun
Maui is a demi god who is a major figure in the mythology of the Pacific nations. This article talks about one of his great feats: his capturing of the sun.
Introducing Southeast Asia in Taiwan
When people from several cultures come together, they really need a place to learn about each other. Teddy Nee writes about SEAMi, the first Southeast Asian-themed bookst...
Language Perceptions
We have all been asked what our favourite languages are. Now we ask the question 'Why?'. Here is a look at some ways we form opinions about various tongues.
A History of the Language of the Roma
The Roma people, commonly known as Gypsies, have their own language with an interesting history.
Teddy Talks
Language Meetups
As the beginning of a new regular column, Teddy Nee talks about his experience with joining and starting language meetups.
Spanish E-training – The 'Big Bang' Investment
How can organizations prepare employees to communicate in Spanish to see top-line growth? Guest writer Kendal Knetemann shares her thoughts and experiences.
Liber Linteus
Mummified Language
The Egyptians liked to preserve things, as can be seen with their pyramids and mummies. Something else they preserved, although by accident, is the longest piece of Etrus...
Chatting in Languages Online
Part 1: Text Chats
Practising a language with another person is a crucial part in the learning process, and using various text chat methods online can greatly help this. However, there are ...