31 Steps to Learn a New Language: Step #22 - Keep a Journal Written in the Chosen Language

Language learners improve their writing and comprehension skills when they keep a journal. The learner should write in their chosen language, even if they are simple sentences. In time, the learner benefits from journal-keeping by being more aware of their own learning process. It also motivates the learner to set benchmarks for themselves to write a better entry every time. These journals help the learner learn vocabulary and grammar skills as they are able to express themselves.

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The need to convey their feelings forces them to learn words and phrases in the language that best impart what they mean to say. It is an established fact that writing also helps memory retention. So learners will be able to memorize these lessons quicker. Writing in a personal journal is just the same as speaking it. It is impossible to write without speaking the words first in the head. In this way, it is a comprehensive practical learning experience.

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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: 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}

_{Step #16: Listen to Radio Stations}

_{Step #17: Learn Practical Phrases}

_{Step #18: Record and Listen to Yourself}

_{Step #19: Tolerate Ambiguity}

_{Step #20: Learn the 100 Most Common Words}

_{Step #21: Converse With Native Speakers}

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