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Where can I learn by example how to create custom flashcards using random numbers and persistence

Anki version: 2.1.49 on Windows / Linux / Android I'm following a guide on how to create persistent, random numbers using Anki. The guide is here I can't get it work because the author doesn't tell you where to put what on over half of the guide. …
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Learning German for everyday situations

I already have a C1 level in German (Goethe C1); however, it is still very difficult for me to express myself in everyday situations. I suppose it has more to do with my lack of vocabulary. What could you recommend me to improve my skills? Is there…
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Q: What do I do after I can read kanji, katakana, and hiragana?

I'm starting to learn Japanese but I'm wondering what I do after I can read (know katakana, hiragana, and kanji) and (probably) write Japanese? How do I understand what people are saying and say it back? And how will I understand the correct…
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How can I squeeze language practice into small chunks of time?

Since my time is very limited, the most success I have had with learning languages has been with the Babbel app; its focus on small lessons (around 5-7 minutes) works well for me. However, there will eventually come a time when I outgrow Babbel,…
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How to write an actionable sentence in the Dutch language?

I'm trying to improve my GTD system and a recurring suggested theme is to make your goals actionable. Things like "Repair laptop, cleanup kitchen, buy milk, call mother' all start with the verb in front. This helps making your tasks…
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How do I learn literature and grammar of English, Farsi and Japanese and become fluent?

I'm planning to become a translator and I can already understand, read and write Farsi and English and don't know Japanese. for Japanese, I'm Studying Genki volumes and Japanese from zero books, I've also purchased these books as well for…
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How to choose texts to use for "learning by reading"?

How to choose texts to use for "learning by reading"? The style that one aims for? However, how is one supposed to know whether the stuff that one reads is "good"?
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Is there some test/tests that I can easily use to gauge my level of "proficiency"?

Is there some test/tests that I can easily use to gauge my level of "proficiency"? Without going to some costly test.
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Teaching Methods

What are the features, pros and cons, and procedures of the different methods of teaching language, such as direct method, grammar-translation, task-based, and audiolingualism, etc?
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What research is there on the effectiveness of teaching languages without explicit grammar instruction, compared to other teaching methods?

I found that learning a language without explicit grammar instruction works very well (for me at least, and a few other people I know). The people that I have seen being taught in this way seem to become fluent much faster than people taught with…
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Is there any research on "natural" language learning methods?

All the language learning material I see seems to follow the school example of just throwing information at you. Sure it works but I have seen something that works better. What I mean by better is achieving fluency in a shorter amount of time. I do…
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How can I find IPA charts that pairs the phonemes of Japanese with a common word feat. that phoneme in that language?

How can I find equivalents to the following chart for Japanese? Scilicet, the chart for Modern Japanese must SCHEMATICALLY map out each of its phonemes. Each phoneme must be tailgated by a common Modern Japanese word featuring that phoneme. Vowels…
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How can I know my English level?

I learn English everyday. How can I know that I am making progress or not?
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Most effective ways of learning Russian?

I have been studying Russian for almost two years as a full-time student and feel disappointed that I’m not more fluent. It seems like no matter how much Vocab I learn, I still don’t understand authentic texts...and I still make lots of mistakes…
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How can I improve the vocabulary I use?

I've realized that when I write or speak English, the vocabulary that I use is a lot more limited than the vocabulary that I know. For example, when writing, some words which I know the meaning to and are in my vocabulary don't occur to me and I'm…
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