Episode 15: What is Fluency? really...

<p>In today's episode, I try to take a deeper look into what people think fluency is, and I question what our conception is for that term. From the get-go, I can say that it's a very tricky term to define and I also believe that it shouldn't be considered as a goal in language proficiency. I open the debate as to what other aspects of English language learning are truly important, in my opinion, and what really counts when it comes to communication.</p> <p>The two articles I mention in this episode are:</p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.etprofessional.com/what-does-it-mean-to-be-fluent-to-the-english-language-teacher">What does it mean to be fluent? - to the English language teacher </a>- by Chia Suan Chong, and</li> <li><a href="https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20161028-native-english-speakers-are-the-worlds-worst-communicators">Native English speakers are the world’s worst communicators</a> - by BBC.com</li> </ul> <p>I think you'll find in those articles some food for thought, and maybe help you change your mindset into a more achievable goal.</p> <p>Remember to share this episode with anyone who might find it useful. Also, send me a message, even if it's to say hello... messages make me feel very happy. And if you wish to featured in one of the episoides, drop me a line at podcast@languageteaching.es</p> --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. <a href="https://anchor.fm/app">https://anchor.fm/app</a> --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/whatyousayinenglish/message Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/whatyousayinenglish/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/whatyousayinenglish/support</a>