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…
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Progressing in Language Learning: Mastering The Art of Self-Study
The Art of Self-Study: Learning French inside and outside class Embarking on a language learning journey, whether through formal classes or self-study,…
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From A1 to B1: Navigating the FIDE Exam for Residency in Switzerland
Everything You Need to Know About the Swiss FIDE Exam If you’re a non-Swiss resident in the French-speaking region of Switzerland, the…
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Online Langage Classes Vs. In-Person Classes: Finding a Balanced Approach for Language Learning
Are online language classes a viable alternative to in-person classes? As a language trainer, I experience virtual classes as a valuable backup…
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Learning a Second Language: Business or Informal? What language should we learn?
Should we prioritize specific aspects of a language when learning a second language? Business jargon, industry-specific terminology, or colloquial expressions – which…
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Learning a New Language: The Pitfalls of Correcting Language Mistakes
Should we correct someone when we hear them making a mistake in a second langue?
Correcting a language learners’ mistakes, especially in public, can be counterproductive.
It can cause anxiety and lower self-confidence. Instead, a supportive environment that prioritizes motivation, self-confidence, and low stress is crucial for effective language learning.
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Why you shouldn’t let age be an obstacle to learning a new language.
Have you ever heard someone saying, “I’m too old to learn a new language”? Have you perhaps said so yourself?
Language learning’s surrounded by a sea of myths or “universal truths.”
This series explores these myths, their origins, and whether there’s any truth to them in the hopes of encouraging people to learn a second (or third) language.
Myth 1: The older you get, the harder it gets!
