Why watching TV is not the most efficient way to learn a foriegn language
TV is often said to a great way to learn a foreign language
Parents often put children trying to learn a foreign language in front of the TV. However, because TV images are not concrete it is known that this does not always help children learn a foreign language. However, the same can be said for adults. Not because TV images are not concrete, for adults are better with abstract learning, its because TV learning not efficient. You have to initially drill in about 3,000 to 5,000 words and phrases in your brain before you can get a good grasp of a foreign language. Learning with flashcards is much more efficient then being frustrated by trying to guess what the speakers are saying on TV. Once you are at a good level, then TV is a good aid but not at first.
Tags: children, flashcards, foreign-language, learning, TV
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