About

Foreign Language Mastery is a community of linguists, language learning experts, and enthusiasts dedicated to helping you master one (or perhaps many more!) foreign tongues in the fastest and cheapest way possible.

Methodologies

When it comes to language learning, one size does not fit all.  Therefore, we have endeavored to include a variety of methods that suit various learning styles, your level of extroversion, unique facets of the target language, etc.

While what works may vary from individual to individual, there are many methods that have been proven ineffective (if not counter-productive) for just about everyone. See The NOT To Do List for more.

Who’s behind the curtain?

The site was created by John Fotheringham, an avid linguist and serious language addict with extensive experience both learning and teaching languages.  His numerous international assignments in education, government, consulting and telecom have given ample opportunities to apply his foreign language skills in the real world.  In addition to sharing what  he has learned  along the way,  John enlists the help of many respected language experts and polyglots from across the globe.

John holds a B.A. in Linguistics from Western Washington University, is a certified in T.E.S.O.L., and is a member of the Linguistic Society of America.

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