My take on whether AI is to replace teachers... let me know your thoughts in the comments!

British English with Maria

Ep 14 - Educators vs. Algorithms: Who Teaches Best?

聊中西文化，也聊很多东西！
第十期，终于要来聊一聊学外语，和我做播客的原因了。

聊聊东西 - Talk to Me in Chinese

010. 聊聊学语言和为什么做播客 How to learn languages - ttmiChinese

Language lovers, tune in!

I hear this question, “How can I sound more like a native English speaker?” all the time, and I always give the same response. Use the shadowing technique!

Shadowing involves repeating someone's speech immediately after they say it. It's like you're following them as your shadow follows you. The beauty of this technique is that anyone can do it alone. Since most people learning a second language don't have the opportunity to speak with native speakers often, speaking it on your own is the next best thing. This method isn't only for English learning; it will work for all languages!

Tune in to the latest Express to Impress podcast episode to learn how to implement the shadowing technique. Learn about its origins and get tips to implement it effectively.  You’ll be inspired by the stories I share of people who have attained near-native English fluency and pronunciation by using this technique. By the end, you’ll be convinced the shadowing technique is an incredibly powerful English learning tool!

Episode originally published on September 11, 2020.
Transcript at https://www.express-to-impress.com/english-learning/.

Express to Impress

Introducing the Shadowing Technique for English Learning

The 80th anniversary of the Great Victory over the German Nazism in World War ll is approaching. In this episode, I talk about a film-testimony, a film-sentence to the ideology of fascism - Come and See by Elem Klimov. A brutal, almost unbearable movie that nevertheless needs to be seen.

RUSSIAN BRIDGE PODCAST

Culture Vultures. Советское кино: имена и фильмы IV (B1+ B2)

Office politics refers to the intricate interplay of interpersonal relationships, power dynamics, and organizational culture. While often viewed negatively, understanding and navigating these dynamics can be crucial for career advancement.

Key Strategies:

Build strong relationships: Cultivate genuine connections across departments.

Focus on performance: Deliver exceptional results consistently.

Communicate effectively: Maintain clear and open communication.

Maintain neutrality: Avoid taking sides in conflicts.

Develop a thick skin: Let go of negativity and maintain a positive attitude.

Understand organizational culture: Familiarize yourself with unwritten rules and power structures.

Be mindful of your actions: Avoid engaging in negative behaviors.

Seek mentorship: A mentor can provide guidance and support.

Prioritize well-being: Take care of your mental and emotional health.

Conclusion

Office politics is an inevitable part of the workplace. By understanding its dynamics, building strong relationships, and maintaining a positive attitude, you can navigate these challenges effectively and create a more positive work environment. Remember, while office politics can be a complex issue, your focus should always be on your professional development and achieving your career goals.

The Global Professional Podcast

Office Politics: Navigating the Corporate Landscape - Episode 118

【北海道Hokkaido生活】
6月10日金曜日　天気/晴れ　気温/18℃ 

新得町/しんとくちょう
・道内有数のそばの産地　
・そばの種まき
・昼と夜の寒暖差が大きい気候

［単語］
道内/どうない…北海道
有数/ゆうすう…少なくて、しかもすばらしいこと。
産地/さんち…ある物ができる場所
種/たね…野菜や果物の中にあって、それを育てると野菜や果物になるもの
種まき/たねまき…野菜や果物が育つ場所に種をおくこと
寒暖差/かんだんさ…寒さと暖かさのちがいが大きい

レッスン待ってます♪


北海道Hokkaido生活 for Japanese learners

〈#77〉6月10日金曜日　日本の食べ物　そばの種まき

One of the common goals for people in their 20s, 30s and 40s is to "get on the property ladder."

The idea is that when you buy your first home you're taking your first step on that ladder. In time, you may be able to climb higher by selling your property and buying a bigger or better one.

But taking that first step can be difficult — and scary. So what do you need to know before you go from renting or living with family to becoming a homeowner?

Writing for CNBC, real estate reporter Celia Fernandez shared a number of things she wished she'd done before buying her first home.

One thing she mentioned was making sure she had all the necessary paperwork in one place so she could easily show it to banks or lenders. This is good advice for anyone buying a property — you'll probably need to share things like your payslips, bank records and tax returns several times!

Fernandez also advises people to look for "free money." Your country or region may have grants or other programs to help home buyers. Look out for things like tax breaks for first-time home buyers, or grants for refurbishing older homes.

She also suggests asking for financial help from family members. "My biggest regret is not talking to our loved ones right at the beginning of our search," she said.

Of course, not everyone will have this option. But some parents may want to give money to their children during their lives rather than waiting to pass it on as an inheritance, for example.

Finally, Fernandez says it's important to take into account the costs of closing a sale. That might include taxes, legal fees, inspection fees or fees for a real estate agent — and don't forget that you may also have initial refurbishment costs.

You don't want an expensive surprise just as you get your first home!

Practice Listening, Reading & Comprehension

Tips for Preparing for Your First Property Purchase

📚 今日の語彙リスト（Vocabulary List）
本音(ほんね)......true feelings......본심
建前(たてまえ)......public stance......겉치레
空気を読む(くうきをよむ)......read the atmosphere......분위기를 읽다
調和(ちょうわ)......harmony......조화
思(おも)いやり......kindness / consideration......배려
尊重(そんちょう)する......to respect......존중하다
遠(とお)まわし......indirect......돌려서
雰囲気(ふんいき)......atmosphere......분위기
傷(きず)つける......to hurt someone......상처 주다

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#75【N5-N4】Slowly JAPANESE listening |Why Japanese People Don’t Say Their True Feelings

こんにちは！Atsushiです。
今日の北海道の天気は曇り。
気温は22℃。

同じような気温が続いています。
本州、東京や大阪などでは、30℃以上のむし暑い天気が続いているようです。

日本では、本当にむし暑く、よく汗をかきますが、北海道では、汗はあまりかきません。過ごしやすい天気です。

ですが、もうすぐ夏が終わり、きびしい冬へ向かっていきます。私ははじめての冬をむかえるので、すこし緊張しています。

今日は都道府県シリーズ6つ目の宮城県です。

広さ、面積は、7,200km2
人口は、228万人ですね、

県の木は、ケヤキ
県の花は、ミヤギノハギ

特産品は牛タンなどたくさんありますが、個人的には、
はらこ飯と、ずんだ餅が気になります。

はらこ飯とは、煮上げたサケ(salmon)といくらを、サケの煮汁で炊いた米の上にのせて食べるようです。おいしそうですね！

ずんだ餅は、宮城県を代表する郷土料理で、枝豆をたたいてつぶし、砂糖をまぜ、餅にかぶせたものです。私も食べたことがありますが、枝豆の緑色がきれいで、甘くておいしかったです。

次は観光地です。私が紹介する3つは、
松島
御釜
白石川の千本桜
です。

松島は、日本三景の1つ、といわれているぐらい有名です。
260ほどの島々があるその一帯を松島、といいます。
また、この島々は昔は陸地の山だったそうです。
今は海面が上昇して、上だけが島のように残っているようです。

御釜は、1,000年以上前の噴火の時にできたくぼちです。そこに雨や地下水、雪解け水が溜まって湖ができました。天気や気候で湖の色が変わるので、五色沼(ごしきぬま)というようです。

最後は白石川堤一目千本桜(しろいしがわづつみひとめせんぼんざくら)です。読み方がいまいちはっきりしないのですが、この写真を見つけた時にめっちゃ見にいきたい！と思いました。8キロぐらいの川沿いに桜が1,000以上並んでいるようです。桜が満開の時は、さぞ綺麗でしょうね！

はい、ということで、今回は宮城県について話しました。
2011年の震災の時にも大きな被害があった場所なので、今日話したこと以外にも、いろんな場所があります。

興味を持たれた方は1度調べてみてください。

ということで、今回も最後まで聞いていただき、ありがとうございます！

ではまた！


