Starting In the Language
So how do you start learning a completely new language from scratch when there are no text books and most of it isn’t even written yet? Well that is a good question, dear reader. And actually, if you start looking, there are several different philosophies out there on language acquisition. To start with, there are 2 major factors that will help you on the path to learning any language. The first is that it is best to live where the language is spoken. Sorry to all you people using Rosetta Stone, there is just nothing that can replace living amongst speakers of the language. The second factor is motivation. Now I am not talking about enthusiasm. That can be manufactured and, more often than not, is linked to the emotions. Motivation is when you say, ‘No matter what, I will learn this language.’
Frankly, I could stop the explanation here because these two factors alone contribute in such a large amount to success, but there are methodological practices that can help. But, since I am short on time, I will save those for another time.
