Adam Grant's book Hidden Potential makes an interesting point about language learning (and learning in general) - you have to practice your knowledge even while you are in the process of acquiring it (even if this means making tons of mistakes and putting yourself out for emabarrassment). Duolingo's approach therefore just does one part of the story, the rest has to be done by the users offline to really get a strong grasp of language.
You’re absolutely right! Adam Grant's point resonates deeply—learning truly happens when we actively apply our knowledge, even if it means making mistakes along the way. Duolingo provides an excellent foundation, but real growth comes from stepping outside the app: speaking with native speakers, writing, and immersing yourself in the language. It’s in those real-world interactions, where mistakes are inevitable, that the magic of learning happens. It's like building a muscle—you need both the guided exercises (Duolingo) and the practical application (real-life practice) to strengthen it fully.
Adam Grant's book Hidden Potential makes an interesting point about language learning (and learning in general) - you have to practice your knowledge even while you are in the process of acquiring it (even if this means making tons of mistakes and putting yourself out for emabarrassment). Duolingo's approach therefore just does one part of the story, the rest has to be done by the users offline to really get a strong grasp of language.
You’re absolutely right! Adam Grant's point resonates deeply—learning truly happens when we actively apply our knowledge, even if it means making mistakes along the way. Duolingo provides an excellent foundation, but real growth comes from stepping outside the app: speaking with native speakers, writing, and immersing yourself in the language. It’s in those real-world interactions, where mistakes are inevitable, that the magic of learning happens. It's like building a muscle—you need both the guided exercises (Duolingo) and the practical application (real-life practice) to strengthen it fully.