Language Shadowing
Language shadowing, also sometimes referred to as speech shadowing, is a form of exercise that insists that an individual whom is learning a new language should "shadow" a native speaker. To be more clear, language shadowing is the process of trying to speak exactly the same as a native speaker. Through doing this process, it is claimed that it will help second language learners improve their accent very well, and as a result have a more native-like accent. Recently, I watched a video featuring Alexander Arguelles as he talks about language shadowing . While he has a few videos regarding the technique, this video (which is also embedded underneath this paragraph) offers an explanation of how shadowing can be used, how it can help improve second-language acquisition, etc. I was particularly interested in this video as I, too, am currently learning other languages, and one of my highest priority goals is: to SOUND like a native speaker. I want to reduce my foreign accent...
