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4 Reasons To Attend Language Lessons Before and After Your Immersion

Immersive language learning is one of the best ways that you can pick up a new language, however it’s not the only way, and a combination of language learning techniques will often be the most effective. Here are 4 reasons why you should attend language lessons before and after your immersive language learning experience.

1. You’ll Be More Confident

For many people, physically speaking is one of the most challenging aspects of learning a new language. So if you step foot in a new country having done no or very little prior practice, you could be putting yourself at a disadvantage. You want make the most of your time learning in an immersive environment, not feeling embarrassed or uncomfortable about speaking.

Speaking with an online language teacher is a great way to practice speaking a new language before your homestay because you can fit the lessons around your schedule and choose what you want to talk about. That way you can practice words and phrases that will be helpful to your homestay experience.

2. Reduce Culture Shock

Being away from home in a different environment to what you are used to, with different sights, sounds and smells, can be overwhelming. However if you have done some prior learning and have an understanding of the basics of the language and culture this will affect you much less, leaving you able to fully focus on your immersive language learning experience.

By choosing a native online language teacher you will be able to converse with them about the specific country you are travelling to. You will be able to talk with them about the different foods, the climate and understand any difference in etiquette in order to fully prepare and reduce any feelings of disorientation or vulnerability.

3. You’ll Learn More

By having a foundation to build upon you will learn more during your immersive language learning experience. Understanding the basic structure of a language and having a few key words and phrases in your vocabulary will give you a head start so that you’ll have the capacity to take on more in depth learning whilst you are in your immersive learning environment.

With an online language teacher you have the benefit of one to one lessons, which can be tailored to your exact needs. So whether you are a complete newbie to the language or have had lessons before you can start at the right level for your capabilities. You can repeat sections you need to, or if you find something easy move on quickly to the next one.

4. Perfect Your Accuracy

When you first start learning a language, it’s best not to focus too much on accuracy because getting hung up on the intricacies of grammar and correct tenses can delay your language learning journey. However, once you are confident at speaking and can communicate with ease, you need to brush up on those details.

 

This is where attending language learning classes after your immersion has its advantages. Having an experienced teacher who knows your learning style and can correct your mistakes without affecting the confidence in speaking that you will have gained is such a benefit in your language learning journey.

 

To find your perfect online native language teacher, we recommend Naboomboo. It really couldn't be any easier to get started, just pick a language, book a lesson and start speaking. Registration is free and you can try a 20 minute trial lesson for just €1 payable by Paypal or credit card.

 

There are lots of English, French, Spanish and Italian teachers ready and waiting for you. What’s more, Naboomboo are offering Lingoo members an exclusive offer. Simply use this code 20LINGOO2018 when signing up for your online language learning lessons to receive 20% off 60, 120, 180 or 240 minute packages valid for 3 purchases until the 31st March 2018.

 

Happy language learning!

Language Lessons Before & After Immersion

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