31 Steps to Learn a New Language: Step #16 - Listen to Radio Stations

The ability to listen well is put into practice when one listens to the radio in their chosen language. The songs featured on the radio feature a diverse selection of music from all over the country. The learner can discover new music and delve into the current musical culture of the country. These songs feature new vocabulary and expressions set to the tune of a catchy rhythm which aids in memorization. Between songs, there is almost always a DJ who speaks to introduce songs or make announcements. Through these small intervals of talk, the learner can pick up vocabulary and grammar skills. which focusing on native intonation and accent.

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Although it may tempting to skip past commercials, they are actually an added educational benefit. These advertisements introduce new phrases and vocabulary and test listening comprehension by how quickly they play. One way to enjoy listening to commercials on the radio is to make a game out of it. Most commercials feature commonplace items found in a home. If a person does not understand the commercial, it's easy to try and guess what the product is. Later on, when the same commercial comes back on, the learner can try to name the brand and seek out vocabulary words. Listening to the radio is fun and educational and is recommended for listening comprehension.

Here are the previous parts/steps of this series:

Step #01: Identify Your Learning Style
Step #02: Set Achievable Goals
Step #03: Accept That You Cannot Always Be Fluent
Step #04: Step #4 - Be Patient and Prepared to Put in Effort
Step #05: Take Advantage of Free Resources
Step #06: Adhere to a Strict Study Schedule
Step #07: Visualize Your Goals
Step #08: Write Notes by Hand
Step #09: Use Flashcards
Step #10: Prepare Visual Aids
Step #11: Revert Back to Childhood
Step #12: Embrace Mistakes
Step #13: Learn How to Listen
Step #14: Read Children's Books
Step #15:Consume Foreign Media You Find Interesting

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