Does Shadowing Actually Work?

The shadowing technique... Some swear by it. Others think it's a waste of time. So what's my take? In this video, I share the basics of the method, where it comes from, whether I think it actually works, and if it can be used with my StoryLearning approach.

📖 LEARN A LANGUAGE THROUGH THE POWER OF STORIES:

Shadowing can be a powerful technique, but it can be really boring if you use dry textbooks. Instead, try combining shadowing with engaging stories instead. My Uncovered courses are a great story-based beginner resource to get you started. 👉🏼 https://bit.ly/storylearningcourses

📚 RESOURCES MENTIONED:

StoryLearning Spanish Podcast:
https://iwillteachyoualanguage.com/blog/introducing-the-storylearning-spanish-podcast

How to learn a new language with stories:
https://youtu.be/dPqWN2dlsBg

101 Conversations in Mexican Spanish: Short Natural Dialogues to Learn the Slang, Soul, & Style of Mexican Spanish:
http://iwillteachyoualanguage.com/mex101

How to develop TRUE spoken fluency in a foreign language:
https://youtu.be/H2Q5moQWFHI

⏱ TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Intro
00:28 - What exactly is the “shadowing technique”? And how does it work?
04:05 - What are the supposed advantages of the shadowing technique?
06:20 - Does the shadowing technique actually work? Should you follow the method?
12:25 - Can shadowing be used with my StoryLearning® approach?

📺 VIDEO CLIPS USED:

Shadowing a foreign language (Chinese):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VdheWK7u11w

Shadowing Step by Step:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=130bOvRpt24

Shadowing Discussed:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xHYDBYHi2bc

English Speaking Practice | How to improve your English Speaking and Fluency: SHADOWING:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GVWFGIyNswI

How to speak in English? (Shadowing Technique Explained):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AnNf_z4LQ7A

Why Shadowing as a Beginner Is a Waste of Time:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOCMGBioo7s

Shadowing Technique:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3IvByB_NWQc

Видео Does Shadowing Actually Work? канала Olly Richards