This video is an interview with Dr. Batia Laufer, an expert in language learning research. The interview covers several misconceptions about language learning, such as the idea that children and adults learn in the same way and that teaching and grammar don't help. Dr. Laufer emphasizes the importance of input, especially for children, but also notes that adults need more than just input to learn a language effectively. She also discusses the importance of repetition and recycling in vocabulary learning and the role of output in language acquisition. The interview concludes with a discussion of the concept of "auto-input" and its potential role in language learning.

This video is an interview with Dr. Jeff McQuillin, an expert in second language acquisition, who holds a PhD in Applied Linguistics and has extensive experience in language learning research.

Dr. McQuillin explains that adults learn languages the same way children do: by understanding messages. He emphasizes the importance of acquisition, which is the subconscious or unconscious knowledge of the language, over learning, which is the conscious knowledge of rules.

He suggests that learners should focus on finding comprehensible input, such as through teachers, methods, or materials that present information visually and slowly. He also recommends the story listening approach, where teachers explain simple stories with visuals.

Dr. McQuillin argues that studying grammar rules is a waste of time and that vocabulary is acquired incidentally and incrementally through exposure to comprehensible input. He advises against memorizing vocabulary lists or using flashcards, as they are not as effective as reading and listening.

He concludes by emphasizing the importance of lowering expectations and being patient, as language acquisition takes time. He encourages learners to find enjoyable ways to get comprehensible input, such as through reading or listening to stories.