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Repetition Helps With Language Learning

by Madeleine Rose Jones | Feb 24, 2023 | The World

In 2017, I decided to learn Russian. I began the Russian course on Duolingo and watched grammar videos on YouTube. Whilst I learnt the Cryllic alphabet easily, it took nearly six years until I could mutter some sentences, and this was only after incorporating other...

Travel Matters, Even During A Global Pandemic

by Madeleine Rose Jones | Jul 31, 2021 | The World

Travel matters. It is not a pointless activity. The arches are large, and light luminates through the rose window. Crowds of tourists gather inside on this Sunday. They walk on the old stones, gazing at the various artistic and historical artefacts. It’s early 2019,...

Why You Should Learn Russian: Language Learning Tips, Experience & History

by Madeleine Rose Jones | Feb 22, 2021 | The World

Russian has a reputation for being rough and difficult to learn. Yet despite that, (it’s true!), Russian is a fascinating language, enriching anyone who attempts to learn it. In this post, you’ll read about the history and linguistics of the Russian...