Where to go?
There is a huge number of programs that allow you to learn a foreign language at home. Unfortunately, not everyone can seriously take such a method seriously. In order to learn the language on your own, you need, first, to be a hyperintellectual person, and secondly, to have at least an initial idea of what you will have to face. In other words, it is quite difficult to get knowledge from scratch on your own. Nevertheless, such an approach has its advantages: first of all, this is the most economical way. In addition, a free schedule of classes is very convenient. Without leaving home, you can learn the language with a tutor. The main advantages in this case are individual approach and active language practice. Of course, this method has its drawbacks. Among them, the high cost of such services (the cost of academic hours is 5-10 dollars) and the difficulty of finding a really good teacher: the profitability of the profession attracts very different people into tutoring ... The most optimal method of studying a foreign language is language courses. The main advantage of the group method is the use of modern teaching methods.
The demand for language courses gave rise to a proposal - something, and such schools now have a dime a dozen. Teachers - native speakers, relative cheapness, the possibility of active language practice, free teaching materials and direct preparation for international examinations - are a pledge of the deserved popularity of courses and schools organized at embassies in cultural centers of foreign countries.
You t faithful and even stubborn
"I will not, if I do not learn the language by the next summer" - that's about that. Plus you have a very strong motivation, that is, a clear idea of why you need it, what it will give, and a strong desire to achieve success. Your option: self-study (also convenient for those who have almost no free time).
Hints:
■ Find a partner specifically for learning the language. There will be it your colleague, the girlfriend or the husband - it is not important. You will study separately. The main thing is to get one more stimulus. After all, if you do something together (this includes fitness, respect for diet, and study), then responsibility and healthy competition appear: "Someone was able, and I was worse?"
■ Make foreign friends, real or virtual. Abandoning the study will be more difficult.
■ Read books, watch movies, even if you do not yet understand. This is its kind of immersion on Wednesday, in language. Although, of course, the best thing is to plunge for real. Take and go to China, if, of course, you are studying Chinese.
Soft, prone to doubt, you can not rely on yourself
Your option: individual lessons (also suitable for those who have clear plans for mastering the language: learn grammar, work on pronunciation).
Hints:
■ It is very important to choose the right teacher. It is best to do this on the recommendation. Not everyone who knows the language well can teach it well. Stay at a distance. The emergence of friendly relations with the teacher is harmful to learning. The unnecessary time is spent, there is the non-availability on both sides, the payment issues become uncomfortable.
■ Individual lessons are quite routine. Arrange yourself entertainment: spend an "away" occupation in a cafe, shop. Of course, when dealing with this only in the language that you are studying.
Sociable, like to work in a team, strive to be equal to the best
Your option: group courses (however, this method is good for everyone - it would be time and desire).
Hints:
■ Look at the group. It is better if it has 7-10 people with about the same level of education, age. In a smaller group, opportunities for practice will be limited, more so - especially.
■ Go to courses that have existed for a long time, have a stable teaching staff and permanent facilities for classes. Learn all about the program, the possibilities of practice, specify which document you will receive at the end (this is important if a foreign language is necessary for employment).
■ In group sessions, you will always be in good spirits, but you also need your own, individual stimulus. Therefore, actively find any practice on the side. Communication in this matter is the key to success.