Jared and John discuss a research paper on learner engagement with vocabulary apps. Whether you’re an independent learner or a teacher, there are plenty of surprises and takeaways!

Interview is with Jonathan Coveny, whose obsession with Chinese took him on a winding path of learning the language. Especially for all you study nerds out there, don’t miss this one.

Links from the episode:

• Research Paper: Stimulating learner engagement in app-based L2 vocabulary self-study: Goals and feedback for effective L2 pedagogy by Xuehong (Stella) He, Shawn Loewen
• Episode 40 How to Set Goals for Learning Chinese
• Xiao Ming, Boy Sherlock | Breakthrough Graded Reader
• The Chinese Nickname for “Love, Death & Robots” | Sinosplice
• Stories from our Readers: From Flash Cards to Martial Arts -Jonathan’s Story | Mandarin Companion
• Episode 61 interview with Jonathan Becker | You Can Learn Chinese

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