Why Are Adults Bad At New Languages?

The video discusses the challenges adults face in learning new skills, particularly languages, compared to children. It highlights two main sociological barriers: adults' lower investment in learning and their risk-averse nature. The video suggests that adults can overcome these barriers by finding motivation, using effective strategies, and embracing mistakes. It also shares success stories of adults who became fluent in multiple languages later in life.

What is one reason older individuals might struggle to learn new skills compared to younger ones?

• Older individuals are less interested in learning.

• Older individuals face sociological barriers.

• Older individuals have more responsibilities.

• Older brains are less capable of learning.

Why might children learn a new language more effectively than adults?

• Children are naturally more intelligent.

• Children have better memory.

• Children have more free time.

• Children are forced to use the new language more frequently.

What is a common mistake adults make when learning a new language?

• They view language learning as a strict set of rules.

• They try to learn too many languages at once.

• They rely too heavily on technology.

• They focus too much on vocabulary.

How can adults overcome the fear of making mistakes in language learning?

• By practicing in private only.

• By taking risks and using the language frequently.

• By avoiding speaking until they are fluent.

• By focusing solely on grammar.

What strategy did Kato Lom use to learn multiple languages successfully?

• She started learning languages at a very young age.

• She avoided making any mistakes.

• She immersed herself in environments where the languages were spoken.

• She focused only on written language.