Learn a Language Abroad
Advice from Those Who Know
Article by Matt Gross and Matt Goulding
CHOOSE WISELY
Pick a language you feel passionate about—if you look at learning as a chore, fluency will take forever.
TALK UP A STORM
Speak the language as much as you can, inside and outside class, no matter your level of skill. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes or look ridiculous.
NOBODY’S PERFECT
It’s okay to speak English once in a while—nobody’s perfect.
IMMERSE THYSELF
A good teacher should focus on pronunciation and listening, preferably in a total-immersion environment. (Make sure you can get a refund if this isn’t what you find.)
HOW TO PLAY HOOKY
Learning at the University of the Streets is doable—but it never hurts to have a solid classroom background.
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