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Feb 07, 2014 - 06:03 PM
And don't forget that many native "English speakers" NEVER learn to speak the language!
Feb 08, 2014 - 11:50 AM
Ok but it all depends on how much work you put into learning the language. I'm sure that we have all heard about people, for example, speak English and live in china for a while, but they can't speak 1 word of Chinese. It all depends how hard you try to learn. I had a french friend who barely spoke english when he came to the u.s. He studied hard, and he daily forced himself to use english, and he studied non stop. After 8 months he was high intermediate. In 8 months he went from barely anything to high intermediate. Overall, WHAT YOU PUT IN IS WHAT YOU GET OUT
Feb 08, 2014 - 02:37 PM
I agree with islandersandyankees. It's all about an individuals desire and effort put in. If one dedicates significant time and effort, consistently, and uses every available resource progress will come.
I also agree that a certain product mentioned is not an ideal tool to be used exclusively. Many experienced polyglots have overwhelmingly stated that it's not very effective. But at the same time, no single product standing alone will do the job either, no matter how good it is.
The best plan is to use as many resources as possible, and it doesn't hurt to get obsessive about it.
I also agree that a certain product mentioned is not an ideal tool to be used exclusively. Many experienced polyglots have overwhelmingly stated that it's not very effective. But at the same time, no single product standing alone will do the job either, no matter how good it is.
The best plan is to use as many resources as possible, and it doesn't hurt to get obsessive about it.
Feb 08, 2014 - 05:12 PM
I also agree the above comments. I have spent 2 years learning German and attended a Berlin language school for several months that was totally immersion-based. It was extremely challenging being a complete beginner and had difficult time mastering the material when everything was explained in German. Through hard work and perserverance I completed the A-1 Program. I love Fluenz because of their English-oriented philosophy. I stress taking notes from the the Fluenz tutor and go over the exercises at least twice and definately do the flash cards!!! You can also get some practice speaking your new language by going to "Penpals International" website and find someone you can exchange help with at no cost!
Feb 09, 2014 - 02:39 PM
My classes at Alliance Français are taught in immersion style, the text books are 100% in French and we are encouraged to speak only French in class, there are certainly benefits to that although I think I would have had a very difficult time if I had not had the "bootstrap" from Fluenz before I started. Same thing with French in Action, which I think was the pioneer for immersion learning. Way back when I watched those videos I was completely lost and didn't receive much benefit from them. However when I go watch those videos now, having a good foundation, I find them very beneficial. I have tried at some point every French learning method I can find. Many that promise it's easy to learn French with their method, or all you have to do is listen, study is bad for you types. For me nothing comes even close to Fluenz. Fluenz is the very best there is absolutely!