Do you really need French grammar to learn French? Rethinking what matters most
Do you really need French grammar to learn French? Rethinking what matters most Reimagining how we learn French Let’s imagine something radical…
Why doesn’t French sound like it’s spelled? A look at the evolution of French pronunciation
Why doesn’t French sound like it’s spelled? A look at the evolution of French pronunciation If you’ve ever looked at a French…
What separates A1, A2, and B1 on the FIDE speaking test?
FIDE test language levels explained – Summary This article summarizes what is expected of the speaking levels on the FIDE test (A1,…
How we still teach languages like Latin – And why it’s slowing you down
Why are language courses so grammar-intensive, and is it useful? The persistence of grammar-based language teaching: a cognitive and historical perspective Introduction:…
12 FIDE Test Mistakes That Could Hurt Your Score (And How to Avoid Them)
Many people looking to extend their Swiss settlement permits or apply for naturalization in Switzerland must take the FIDE test. The FIDE…
An encounter with the subjunctive
Grammar – Why focusing on learning through grammar classes isn’t the best approach An encounter with the French subjunctive Students aiming to…
Complete Guide to the Spoken Examination of the FIDE Exam
Complete Guide to the Spoken Examination of the FIDE exam The Swiss FIDE test is a key step for anyone in Switzerland…
French Course Geneva: 7 Key Benefits of Taking a Course
It’s quite easy to live in Geneva without speaking French, especially if you speak English or Spanish. However, is this approach truly beneficial in the long run?
Understanding CEFR Language Levels: A1 to C2 Explained
The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) provides a standardized scale to assess language proficiency, ranging from A1 (beginner) to…
Intensive language courses or standard classes? What’s the best choice?
*This article is written considering French and English language learners. However, the content applies to all forms of language learning. Intensive English…