Birth in a new Language
Mario Rinvolucri.
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Author:Mario Rinvolucri.
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Year:Undated
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Document type:Activity/game
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Language:English
Description
In a serene setting, two teachers and 12 students prepare for a two-week language learning experience. Beginning with a relaxation exercise, a volunteer, wearing a vision-obstructing mask, becomes the first intensive listener. The teacher, seated behind, establishes connection through touch, delivering a mood-adaptive monologue. This psychodramatic language learning, refined by Marie and Bernard Dufeu, progresses to a phase with a half mask, allowing mouth freedom. The listener can repeat sounds or remain silent, fostering a unique rapport. To fully grasp this approach, live or video observation is recommended, or participation in Bernard Dufeu's Mainz courses is suggested.
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