Keith's Ten Ways to Spanish Fluency
Hopefully you all have had a chance to discover the type of learner you are. It will be very important to have that information as you move through each of my ten ways to Spanish fluency. If not, please go back and do the self-assessment check here.
# 1: I will be introducing my first "way" through a brief video clip. Have a listen to number 1:
Classes and tutoring sessions can be an important facet to learning another language. Like I said in my book So You Want to Learn Spanish?, it will force ". . . accountability onto you, the student." You will need to demonstrate what you have learned to the instructor or tutor. I don't want you to think you can just avoid doing any work at all! Be forewarned that if you do, you'll be wasting a lot of time and money. I'm sure those are two things that you do not want to waste.
Another advantage is having quick access to someone who knows the language, its people and culture. They can open up a whole new world of engaging learning. Provide you with important trinkets of experience that you may not learn by reading a book or watching a video.
Utilize their educational training. Educators all learn how to adapt to the learning styles of their students. Share your particular learning style. They can often factor that into how they deliver the lessons. They can provide automatic feedback on your language usage and abilities. Finally, they can let you know where you need to focus your attention more during private or group study sessions.
There is a lot that can be said for structured learning. People say it can tie you down and limit your own learning. To a certain extent that is a true statement. But if you use your time in class or in front of a tutor wisely, it can be one of many tools in your arsenal to learn Spanish. This will not put you at any disadvantage. I like to view it as a stepping stone to language independence! You keep progressing more and more until one day, you are free and able to go about using it responsibly and with knowledge and wisdom behind you.
I speak more in-depth on both classroom learning and tutoring in my book. To make sure you are getting your money's worth, consider purchasing a copy today. Stay tuned for my second way to Spanish fluency.
¡Hasta luego!
~Keith
Keith's 10 Ways to Spanish Fluency can be found in So You Want to Learn Spanish? by Keith Walters
Own the book today and follow along as Keith provides valuable insights, tips, resources and methods to master the beautiful language of Spanish!
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