Marie Drouvin

Just French It

Education EN ↓ 96 episodes

We're talking language acquisition, French culture, language learning techniques, books, resources, and everything you need to learn French.

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Author

Marie Drouvin

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Education

Podcast website

mariedrouvin.com

Latest episode

Jul 12, 2023

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Episodes

How to Commit to French This Summer 12.07.2023

Are you looking to improve your French skills this summer? In this episode, we discuss how to commit to learning French, whether it's through short sprints or steady progress. I also share tips on how to make the process more enjoyable and social. Sign up for the newsletter: https://school.justfrenchit.com . Book a consultation : https://school.justfrenchit.com/consult

You Don’t Need to Be Smart to Learn French 06.07.2023

Join me as we break down the myth that you have to be smart to learn French. I'll share insights on how language is learned and how you can overcome self-imposed barriers to learning. Sign up for the newsletter: https://school.justfrenchit.com

Afraid to Speak French? Try These Easy Techniques 29.06.2023

Do you struggle to speak French? In this episode, I share four easy techniques that will help you overcome your fear and start using French more. From speaking to yourself to preparing specific conversations, these tips will help you build confidence and strengthen your skills. Sign up for the newsletter: https://school.justfrenchit.com

Masculine and Feminine in French - What You Need to Know 23.06.2023

Are you struggling to understand the gender system in French? In this episode, I'll break down the basics of grammatical gender and help you understand how it affects every part of the sentence. Plus, I'll share some tips for practicing your French and mastering this tricky aspect of the language. Sign up for the newsletter : https://school.justfrenchit.com

You Don’t Always Need to Progress in French 15.06.2023

Are you always striving for progress in your French learning journey? In this episode, we talk about the importance of taking breaks and enjoying the level you're already at. Listen to find out how this can actually help you progress in the long run. Sign up for the Sunday Newsletter Improve your French with me

Just starting to learn French? Here is what to begin with 13.06.2023

Ok, so let’s say you’re just beginning to learn French. How can you start this learning journey the right way? In French, we say, with the right foot. Sunday French Newsletter French Sentence Packs

The Only 4 Tools You Really Need to Learn French 08.06.2023

In today's episode, I discuss the essential tools you need to learn French and how to use them effectively. Find out how to choose the right translator, dictionary, and practice resources for your needs, and discover the best ways to consume French content. Don't miss out on mastering French with just four tools! Sunday French Newsletter: https://school.justfrenchit.com Book a coaching ses...

Improve Your French Pronunciation with Music 01.06.2023

I challenged myself to sing a song in Spanish despite not knowing the language. I explain how I did it, and how you can replicate the process for your French pronunciation. I also give tips on how to use music to improve French pronunciation. Simplemente Amigos - Ana Gabriel The newsletter : https://school.justfrenchit.com

A Guide to French Reading for All Levels 24.05.2023

The importance of reading in French, native and non-native content, recommendations for different types of reading material at various levels. Join the Sunday French Newsletter : https://school.justfrenchit.com

Train Your Brain to Think in French - How to Learn Better and Faster 18.05.2023

We discuss tips for learning French more effectively and efficiently by training your brain to think in French. I give you actionable advice, and exercises. Sunday French Newsletter : https://school.justfrenchit.com

How to Expand Your French Vocabulary 11.05.2023

In this podcast, we discuss how to get better French vocabulary, and highlight different approaches depending on your goal. Sunday Newsletter : https://school.justfrenchit.com

Don't let "invisible progress" derail your French learning journey 03.05.2023

In this podcast episode, we discuss the concept of "invisible progress" in language learning and how it can be frustrating for learners. I explain how our brains perceive progress and how to make progress more visible. The episode also includes tips for tracking progress and staying motivated while learning a language. The Sunday Newsletter

French sounds like gibberish? Here's how to change that 27.04.2023

Why French can be difficult to understand and recognize, and tips for improving French listening skills. The Sound of French : https://school.justfrenchit.com/the-sound-of-french Join the newsletter : https://school.justfrenchit.com

Don’t immerse yourself in French 20.04.2023

Why immersion is not always the best way to learn a language, especially for beginners. We discuss what immersion is and the challenges and drawbacks of using it as a language learning technique. Newsletter and the school : https://school.justfrenchit.com

Why French People Correct Your French and Dislike Speaking English 13.04.2023

We discuss the complicated relationship between French people and language, particularly English. Culture Masterclass : https://school.justfrenchit.com/masterclass-the-keys-of-french-culture Newsletter : https://school.justfrenchit.com

Avoid This Crucial Mistake When Learning French Vocabulary 06.04.2023

Are you struggling to expand your French vocabulary? Do you find yourself using the same words over and over again? That's what we're going to talk about in this episode. Many students make a big mistake when it comes to learning French vocab… Join the newsletter - https://school.justfrenchit.com The Most Common French Words - https://school.justfrenchit.com/300-fluency-words

You Should Be Writing in French 30.03.2023

I'm discussing the benefits of writing to improve your French. The Writing challenge : https://school.justfrenchit.com/31-days-french-writing-challenge Join the newsletter : https://school.justfrenchit.com

Using AIs to learn French (Chat GPT, Google Translate and others) 23.03.2023

Today I wanna talk about artificial intelligence. Because I see a lot of videos pop up on YouTube about how to use it to learn languages, and it’s a topic that is important at the moment. In this episode , I’m going to talk about the kind of AIs that you can use, and how to use them efficiently. Join the newsletter - https://school.justfrenchit.com

Recovering from French Learning Burnout: A Three-Phase Approach 16.03.2023

Discussing Impatience Priming, motivation and how to recover from a french burnout. Join the newsletter : https://school.justfrenchit.com

Make Learning French Faster With This Simple Technique 09.03.2023

Let’s talk today about invisible practice, because that’s an essential component of progress. Especially progress from the beginner stage to the intermediate stage. Newsletter : https://school.justfrenchit.com 

Beginner French learner? This mindset is crucial to your success 02.03.2023

We are discussing a tweet I read this week about the discomfort of being a beginner. And how to get past it so you eventually speak French. Newsletter : https://school.justfrenchit.com Marie Poulin’s tweet : https://twitter.com/mariepoulin/status/1627024437739663361?s=20

Do More of This If You Want to Memorize French Easier 23.02.2023

Blind memorization will only get you so far.  Join the newsletter.

The most important habit to learn French 16.02.2023

It’s not the first time, and it’s not the last time, I don’t publish my weekly episode. And that’s kind of funny because today’s topic is how to be consistent with your learning. - The newsletter 

This is how to approach French grammar - so it’s not overwhelming and difficult 19.01.2023

Newsletter Book an hour with me How to read French sentences (video)

Is learning French on Duolingo good? 12.01.2023

Mollie send me a question by email, and asked me if Duolingo is a good option to learn French. You might be wondering too, because Duolingo is everywhere. Everyone seems to use it. And yeah, it’s not bad. Duolingo is a trust-worthy company, used by many language learners all over the world , some of whose happen to be my friends, and speak several languages. So it’s definitely not bad. Or rather…...

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