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101 Fun Ways to Learn a Language

July 15, 2012

Living abroad gives you the opportunity to study languages in non-traditional settings. For example, you can interact with locals and read primary texts to learn useful phrases you don't always hear in classrooms. This article introduces 101 fun ways you can improve your skills, including watching a "cheesy sitcom" or attending a sporting event. We hope it provides you with interesting ideas. Good luck to all Boren recipients with their language goals!