• Is Your Chinese as Good as You Think it is? Confronting the Dunning-Kruger Effect

  • 2024/07/15
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Is Your Chinese as Good as You Think it is? Confronting the Dunning-Kruger Effect

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  • Do you think your Chinese skills are better than they actually are? You might not be alone. This cognitive bias can cause learners to overestimate their proficiency, leading to overconfidence and potential setbacks in their language journey.

    Jared and John share personal anecdotes and experiences, breaking down the stages of language learning where this effect is most prevalent. They discuss the importance of humility and realistic self-assessment in mastering Chinese, providing practical tips on how to identify and overcome overconfidence. Tune in to gain insights on how to accurately gauge your language skills, set realistic goals, and continue progressing towards genuine fluency.

    Whether you're a beginner or an advanced learner, this episode will help you navigate the challenges of self-assessment and keep your Chinese learning journey on the right track. Don't miss out on this eye-opening discussion that could transform your approach to mastering Chinese!


    Links from the episode:

    • Mandarin Companion graded readers

    • T-Shirts for Mandarin Learners | Mandarin Companion

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Do you think your Chinese skills are better than they actually are? You might not be alone. This cognitive bias can cause learners to overestimate their proficiency, leading to overconfidence and potential setbacks in their language journey.

Jared and John share personal anecdotes and experiences, breaking down the stages of language learning where this effect is most prevalent. They discuss the importance of humility and realistic self-assessment in mastering Chinese, providing practical tips on how to identify and overcome overconfidence. Tune in to gain insights on how to accurately gauge your language skills, set realistic goals, and continue progressing towards genuine fluency.

Whether you're a beginner or an advanced learner, this episode will help you navigate the challenges of self-assessment and keep your Chinese learning journey on the right track. Don't miss out on this eye-opening discussion that could transform your approach to mastering Chinese!


Links from the episode:

  • Mandarin Companion graded readers

  • T-Shirts for Mandarin Learners | Mandarin Companion

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