All Ears English Podcast AEE 1277: How Being a Teacher Can Help You Be a Student with Jan Folmer
Dec 12, 2019
Jan Folmer, the host of Just Vocabulary, shares his unique journey from a non-native English speaker to proficient teacher and podcaster. He emphasizes how teaching can enhance language skills and recommends engaging content for fluency. Jan discusses his move from the Netherlands to Cape Town and the cultural integration challenges he faced. He also highlights innovative language learning techniques using movies and community, while encouraging curiosity and personalized methods for vocabulary growth.
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Jan's Move to Cape Town
- Jan Fulmer, originally from the Netherlands, moved to Cape Town, South Africa in 2005.
- His English was conversational but lacked depth in vocabulary and cultural understanding.
Immersion Technique
- Immerse yourself in English by changing your devices and online activities to English.
- This simulates an English-speaking environment and reinforces learning.
Subtitle Strategy
- Utilize subtitles while watching movies or TV shows to enhance vocabulary acquisition.
- Write down unfamiliar words for later review and practice.