Show HN: I wrote a book on language learning and released it free
As hard as I tried, I didn't find a modern language learning book that's either very academic, or like "master a language with my super-magic great method in 3 months".
So I dug into the academic research, tried many techniques myself, saw what worked, wrote a book for learners of any language and any level, and made it free without ads.
Today, finally, a 2 years-long project ends. I hope it helps anyone.
Book's here: https://thehardway.guide/
Cheers
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[ 0.18 ms ] story [ 657 ms ] threadthe comprehensive input thing caught my eye though. i never dug into it much. reddit spanish subs really hype dreamingspanish, idk it seems to good to be true, like with no effort except listening and I can learn? curious about some opinions about it.
The great inside (for me) of the comprehensive input theory is the idea of trying extensive reading first: focus on the message, don't look up words, avoid interruptions, be ok not understanding everything, keep at it for a good while.
Then you can do a "second pass" with a stronger focus on language and new words to really drive it home, but the first extensive pass is important, and yes, a bit more effortless (if you find the right resources, and depending on level and language).
The original theory made more controversial claims that have been heavily criticized and they go a bit against the experience of many learners, name that you can only learn when you read and listen.