turkish!
I've just finished my first semester of Turkish. I don't know my grade yet, but I feel good about. I don't really care about my grade anyway, I'm taking the language to learn it, not to get college credit. I have the luxury of saying this only because I am employed by a university and therefore can enroll as a non-degree seeking student and take a class for free. ah, the perks!
Only having one class at a time and not studying "for a grade" has revolutionized the way I learn. Instead of cramming a lot before the quizzes and tests, I study a little bit every day and not so much more before an exam. Also, instead of focusing on vocab that will be on that quiz/test, I make tons of flashcards of random words from class, online study, etc etc. Not trying to get an 'A' has given me a whole new mindset and approach to this class. I'm learning SO much more this way.
If only I knew what I know now when I was starting Japanese. I might be so much better. Heyhat! [alas!]
Also, I'm trying to find Turkish people's blog to pick up on. If anyone knows anyone out there, let me know!
