If you're reading this article, I think you know a little English. Am I right? Maybe you studied English for a while, but you stopped. Did you get busy? Or did you "go home" after studying in an English speaking country and haven't used your English in a long time? Are you forgetting your English? It happens! Let's talk about what you can do to get better at English--- wherever you are at. Get into a habit Learning English takes time and practice. If you don't use it, you lose it! If you stopped using English, don't get mad at yourself. Instead, get back into a habit.
Award yourself with gold stars or a favorite drink if you keep to your schedule. Tell a friend about your goal and have him/her keep you accountable. Pick a skill There's
I have a bunch of articles to help you know what to do to improve each skill once you've picked one. But I think you can come up with your own ideas. Do you have any old workbooks or exercises from past teachers? Why not google your questions? (eg. What is present progressive?) Be creative and do your best to only work in English. (Remember, the translator is your enemy!) Find a teacher or tutor
It might cost a little, but hiring a private ESL teacher or signing up for English tutoring are probably the best ways to improve your English. If you are in an English speaking country, you could sign up for an English class at your local community college. Even though you won't always have one-on-one time with a teacher, you'll have classmates with similar goals, which can help motivate you. If, however, you want one-on-one help, I suggest you start your search online. Here are a couple of my favorite online resources: However you decide to work with a teacher or tutor, make sure you share your goals and manage your time. Also, be prepared to take an aptitude test--- something that measures your English. It isn't fair to ask a tutor to "rate" your English based on a short conversation. He/she will need to evaluate all aspects of your English before deciding if you are a basic, intermediate, or advanced English learner. Conclusion Anyone can get better at English! Be patient with yourself, build a habit, and practice. Don't give up!
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