Why learn English online?
There are many ways to learn English, but in the fast-paced daily life of today, one of the best and most convenient ways is to take English lessons online. In this article, we will look at the main benefits of learning English online .
Learn English at your own convenience
We don’t usually see students coming to class in their pyjamas or most comfortable home clothes, but this is possible if they attend online classes. Joking aside, one of the biggest advantages of learning English online is that you can do it from the comfort of your own home or in any other environment anywhere in the world. It’s also a great way to save time, as you don’t have to spend time travelling or in traffic to get to your class.
Flexible study schedule
Another important benefit of online classes is the possibility to study at your own convenience. Our timetables don’t always work for everyone but with an online programme you have 24/7 access to learning resources and it’s easier to arrange more flexible lesson times with your tutor. Depending on your workload or family life, you can choose when to study. The flexible schedule of classes also makes it easier to plan your free time and won’t cause additional stress if you are late for work or have to miss classes because of a holiday or business trip.
Learn at your own pace
Like our interests, our learning styles also vary. Everyone works and studies at their own pace. Some people absorb new information immediately while others need to more repetition to consolidate new knowledge. Neither case is bad or wrong, but if you study in the wrong environment and at the wrong pace, you’ll waste your time and money. Sometimes, group classes slow down faster students and cause stress for those who learn new information more slowly, but with online face-to-face tutoring or pre-designed courses, you set the pace yourself. No need to compete with anyone else or wait for classmates. Instead, you can skip or repeat the material as many times as necessary to feel confident about your results.
Several resources can be used at the same time
Taking English courses online means spending time at the computer and there are many ways to use it; for example, if the teacher mentions a word, place or expression you’ve never heard before, you can check it out instantly in an online dictionary or by doing a Google search. You can also have several tabs open at the same time and view images and videos related to the topic, which will form associative links and help you remember the new words better. Using multiple resources is a great way to supplement your English language knowledge and promote efficiency in learning.
Often, creators of online courses and apps also offer more varied learning materials themselves, such as videos, audio recordings, various interactive tests and assignments. It certainly makes learning more interesting.
Less stress, more confidence
Many of us get nervous when we have to speak a foreign language with other people. We may feel embarrassed about our pronunciation or limited vocabulary, and we’re more afraid of making mistakes. This is normal. Online, there’s no need to be afraid of looking foolish as you work with the tutor individually, without worrying about other people around you.
Lower costs
Various online courses and learning applications also usually cost less, as organisers don’t have expenses related to equipment and room rental. All that you and your teacher need is a computer and an internet connection to access the learning materials or participate in video calls.
Online/online community to learn the language
Due to the pandemic, we’ve already adapted to remote communication and are no longer confused by participating in meetings while being in a room alone. Online English courses still provide an opportunity to meet new people. You can speak English with your group mates not only in class but also outside of class if you like, by creating an online buddy club. This will allow you to have a good time and improve your English at the same time. New friendships are often born when people with common interests and goals meet.
Individual English language courses
Online/online English courses are also an opportunity to improve your English knowledge individually with a tutor. When learning English individually online, your teacher will make sure you learn the material of the lesson and also ensure that the material precisely corresponds to your level of English knowledge.
Maybe you want to improve your English grammar in preparation for an exam, or you have an important job interview with an international company coming up. Individual lessons allow you to focus on your needs. For example, at work, you’re unexpectedly assigned a presentation in English that you’re worried about – your tutor will be happy to listen to it and give suggestions or correct any mistakes.
The possibilities are endless when you learn English online with a teacher. Individual courses are designed to help students learn specific English language skills quickly and efficiently. So, you can make sure you get what you really need from your courses.
The opportunity to learn together with people from all over the world
The possibilities of the internet are endless! Another reason to look at opportunities to learn English online are the various online/online conversation clubs or classes for those with prior knowledge, together with people from different countries. In addition, there is often an opportunity to develop your English with a native English teacher. This will help you a lot with pronunciation.
Self-discipline training
Have you noticed that the weekly to-do list is carried over to the next week and the one after that? Do you often give up on your intended goals, even if they are not achieved? Do you miss deadlines at work? Online courses can be a great way to discipline yourself and learn to take responsibility for your own results.
A study routine is the key to success
To help with the previous point, it is important to establish a good study routine that helps you get closer to your goal. Sticking to the established study plan is important in order to consolidate knowledge and learn a little, but something new every day.
Think about how you can incorporate English exercises organically into your daily routine, for example, by listening to podcasts or audiobooks on the way to work, reading texts or taking grammar tests during your lunch break. Gradually, such habits will become the norm.
Also, plan your English lessons by the week, figuring out how much you want to learn and how much time you can devote to it. Take your workload into account in other areas of your life and set realistic goals so that you don’t get disappointed so often when you fail to cope with overly big tasks. By dividing the big goal into smaller ones, you’ll taste victory more often and feel satisfaction with what you’ve accomplished.
An environment that helps you learn
To make it easier to learn English at home, we recommend creating a learning corner that inspires and allows you to concentrate. Someone who has already spent the whole day in the office would probably prefer to study comfortably on the couch, which can be done if it doesn’t interfere with being reasonably alert and connecting to the content of the lessons; however, experts usually recommend an environment similar to a workplace.
The key to a productive learning environment is to create a designated zone where there are no distractions. Although we spend time at the computer during online/online classes, it is important that only the pages related to studies are opened, without checking work emails and social networks at the same time. While studying, the phone can also affect attention and time management, so unless you are expecting an important call, turn it off whenever you’re studying.
Lighting also plays an important role. Natural daylight always brings warmth and vitality to a room. If possible, try to place a small desk or table near a window to let in sunlight during study time. If you devote evenings to learning English, think about good lighting. It’s best if the light is behind your back or shines over your shoulder.
Finally, keep the learning environment neat and tidy. If you do something else at this table, make sure you clear the surface every time before studying so that nothing gets in the way. Choose a location where you can freely place your computer, books and accessories, and make the arrangement of the room part of the learning process. Organise your study table immediately after studying, too, which will make the next day easier.
Other ways to learn English online
English courses are a great start, but it’s important to study regularly outside of class time; at least 30 minutes every day. To improve your English skills in a variety of ways, find TV shows, bands, books, films, videos, audiobooks, apps, recipes, magazines, podcasts – anything in English will do. By doing this, you’ll get to know different types of English – both literary and colloquial – and build up your vocabulary.
While completing the course assignments or working with a tutor, you’ll find out what your “weak” areas are in the language and what you need to work on especially carefully. Using different types of content in English will keep your study routine interesting while also providing pleasant entertainment.
How difficult is English?
English is one the most spoken languages in the world but it’s also one of the most difficult languages to learn, both because of the wide range of vocabulary and idioms, as well as pronunciation and grammatical aspects. How quickly one succeeds in learning English is very individual. The initial enthusiasm for learning must be accompanied by desire, motivation and commitment – how many hours and how much work and energy you’re ready to invest in studies. Studies show that if you devote at least five hours a day, seven days a week to learning English, you can go from a beginner to an academic level English speaker within a year.
Also, how easy or difficult it is to learn is influenced by your existing knowledge of English and other languages, as well as your ability to use the language organically in your daily life. It will be easier to learn English if you already speak a Germanic language – German, Spanish or French.
English language courses online/online Skrivanek
Skrivanek English can be learnt both face-to-face and online, in group or individual lessons at any language level (A1–C1) – if you’re a beginner and want to learn English from scratch, want to refresh your English knowledge acquired at school or want to improve your English for a specific purpose, for example, for a job in a specific industry. English language courses are the beginning of many new opportunities, both in your professional and private life. Moreover, learning the language at Skrivanek means spending time in a useful and interesting way!
English Conversation club online
For those who want to improve their speaking skills in particular, we have created an English conversation club. Here, lessons led by a foreign teacher are interactive and entertaining, with conversations on a wide variety of topics to develop speaking and listening skills.
The instructor involves the participants in games, discussions, presentations, monologues and dialogues, helping them to acquire a wider vocabulary, idioms and sentence structures and practise their active use in both everyday and formal situations.
Special offer for learning English in pairs
Skrivanek has prepared a special price offer – when attending or studying an individual foreign language course online in pairs, the tuition fee is charged for a single student only.
Our method for effective foreign language learning
The basis of all our English courses is the development of active language skills – speaking and writing, listening and reading – through interactive and creative exercises, training students to use language spontaneously and in a variety of everyday situations. As our long-term experience shows, in this way, students learn the language more easily and don’t lose motivation to continue learning.
EFFECTO, the method for better foreign language learning, is patented for Skrivanek Holding SE Group’s training centres worldwide, helping you to learn a language quickly and efficiently.
Find out your level of proficiency online/online for free
If you’ve previously learnt English at school or through self-study and now want to improve your English skills, we invite you to take the free English test on our website to assess your prior knowledge. The test will take about 45 minutes, and you’ll receive your results shortly afterwards by email.