Tips to learn a new language online (part 2)

November 10, 2023

Here is the second installment of our blog series on language learning tips.

2. Set aside some time each day for your language learning and see how quickly you can progress.

We all know that learning a language can seem like an epic task. Most language learners study their language in one or two hour blocks a few times a week. While at times this can be effective, a more effective and accessible way is to set aside 30 minutes each day to dedicate to your language learning.Regular exposure to the language is vital. The average person learning a language by self-study will benefit the most from 30 minutes of study per day, at least five to six days a week.

That said, studies also show that 30 minutes is about the maximum time most people can focus on learning tasks without taking a break.

You can do this by making a realistic lesson plan for yourself, trying to include some if not all of the of the language learning skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening in some form. busuu.com’s methodology embraces all of these skills and allows you to incorporate each one into a readymade study plan in the form of our learning material. So why not use the busuu.com learning material, which conveniently takes about 30 minutes to complete, and see how your level will increase in no time at all!

 

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