Why We Struggle Learning Languages | Gabriel Wyner | TEDxNewBedford


The only barrier to learning a language is memory. — The process of language learning is the process of forming memories. Nothing more, nothing less. If you understand that, and you understand how memories are formed, then you can make progress in a way youve never dreamed possible before. Gabriel Wyner is an author, opera singer and polyglot based in Chicago. After reaching fluency in German in 14 weeks with the help of the immersive Middlebury Language Schools, he fell in love with the process of language learning, going on to spend two months in intensive Italian courses in Perugia, Italy. Searching for ways to bring the immersion experience into the home, he began to develop a system that rapidly builds fluency in short, daily sessions. In 2010, his efforts paid off. He learned French to fluency in 5 months, and then Russian in 10 months.

Born in Los Angeles, he graduated summa cum laude in 2007 from the University of Southern California with dual degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Vocal Arts Performance, and was awarded the Renaissance Scholar’s prize for excellence in unrelated disciplines. He then moved to Vienna to pursue triple Master’s degrees at the Konservatorium Wien in Opera, Lieder and Voice, and graduated with honors in 2011.

Currently learning Japanese, hes learned Hungarian and Spanish over the last few years. His book on language learning – Fluent Forever: How to learn any language fast and never forget it – was published on August 5, 2014 (Harmony/Random House). His most recent project has been the development of a new language learning tool, which became the most successful Kickstarter for an app in history in September of 2017. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

Breaking the language barrier | Tim Doner | TEDxTeen 2014


В этом выступлении 17-летний полиглот Тимоти Донер поделится историей о том, как он начал изучать языки, расскажет о своих приключениях в общении с прессой и о том, что помогло ему преодолеть трудности на этом пути.
Тим призывает нас изучать не только языки, но и культуры, которые они представляют.

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Learning a Language Will Change your Life for Good | Christopher McCormick | TEDxPhnomPenh


As the head of language research, training and testing for EF Education First — the worlds largest language school — Dr. Christopher McCormick oversees the instructional design and delivery of EFs language programs. His work focuses on online language learning, educational mobile applications, and digital media for accelerated language learning. His language abilities span English, Spanish and Russian, amongst others. Dr. McCormick holds a B.A. with honors in French and Russian from Tulane University, and a Ph.D. in Applied Linguistics from the University of Texas at Austin.

TEDxPhnomPenh was held at Pannasastra University on June 9, 2012.

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Teaching English without Teaching English | Roberto Guzman | TEDxUPRM


In this talk Roberto discusses his three phase system which he uses to teach English without teaching English, to improve the learning experience for students and the teaching practice for professors.

Robert Guzman is a full professor at the University of Puerto Rico, Aguadilla Campus. Guzman teaches undergraduate English courses in which he stresses the development of critical thinking skills and hands on language development skills. He’s also a freelance writer and political commentator on the WPRA 990 AM radio show Comunicando with host Toti Figueroa. So far Guzman has published, among other books The Devil’s Advocate Reader, Tropical Tales of Terror, Mitos y Conflictos en la Biblia and Heroes.

This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at ted.com/tedx

The Love of Learning a Languages | Dave Huxtable | TEDxChulaVista


Dave Huxtable explores the power of language and how languages bridges cultures. Cultural diplomat Dave Huxtable loves language and espouses language learning for the sheer pleasure it brings. Throughout his life, he has mastered ten languages…so far. He challenges the notions that learning a foreign language is difficult and that is requires special talent. Dave champions foreign language training for improved global understanding, neurological health, and optimum cognitive function. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx

Жизнь как приключение | Валерий Розов | TEDxPokrovkaSt


Выступление Валерия — о страсти всей жизни, о всех значимых и знаковых событиях и своих мировых рекордах.

Валерий Розов — легенда бейсджампинга и скайдавинга. Дважды Чемпион мира по парашютному спорту (1999, 2003), победитель Чемпионата Европы и победитель Кубка Мира (2002), Чемпион X-games по cкайсерфингу (1998), чемпион России по альпинизму (2002 и 2004), действующий рекордсмен Мира по парашютному спорту (400 way групповая акробатика и 100 way вингсьют). Организатор и исполнитель многих уникальных бейс-проектов в самых различных горах и на всех континентах нашей планеты.

This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at ted.com/tedx

Это невозможно и мне это нравится | Виктория Валикова | TEDxSadovoeRing


Многие идут в благотворительность, чтобы услышать “спасибо!” или получить какие-то позитивные эмоции. Но что, если вместо слов благодарности люди, которым вы помогаете, попытаются вас обмануть, унизить или ограбить? Как после этого найти в себе силы продолжать делать добрые дела? А главное, как ответить себе на вопрос — “Зачем я это делаю?”.

В своем выступлении на TEDxSadovoeRing Виктория Валикова рассказывает о том, что помогает ей не сойти с выбранного пути и почему так важно продолжать помогать людям не разделяя их на “плохих” и “хороших”. Виктория Валикова – врач-инфекционист из Уфы, тропиколог, уже много лет занимается организацией здравоохранения в странах с ограниченными ресурсами. Свое призвание Виктория нашла в джунглях Латинской Америки, где строится уже вторая клиника ее благотворительной организации Health

Глокальное* мышление – новая «операционная система» | Ruben Vardanyan | TEDxSadovoeRing


Какие правила действуют в мире, где главным активом стал человек? Как нам вести себя в ситуации, когда у каждого тысяча друзей в фейсбуке, но не более 5 человек, которым мы по-настоящему доверяем?

Cоциальный инвестор и предприниматель, сооснователь бизнес-школы СКОЛКОВО, международного колледжа UWC Dilijan в Армении, Гуманитарной инициативы «Аврора».

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The impact of a strong will - تأثير قــوّة الإرادة | Amir Tadros | TEDxWadiElrayan


Amir Tadros explores the new unique ways to approach social obligations and relationships. In this talk he particularly talks about how he cured his own son from Autism along with other surprisingly uncommon stories.

Amir works as manager in the HR department in the American University in Cairo. His hobbies include writing and music. and he has developed a new method to approach to social relationships especially related to raising his own children.

أمير تادروس يعمل حاليا مدير قطاع الموارد البشرية في الجامعة الامريكية, من هواياته الكتابة والموسيقى ويتبنى فكر جديد في تربية ابنائه.

This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at ted.com/tedx