Private English classes in La Seu d'Urgell

My name is John. I'm from Ireland, and I'm now based in Spain, where I have accumulated lots of experience teaching English.

I don't use one specific method in my teaching, because the needs of students can vary. For example, if you need to prepare for a job interview in English, you can benefit more by focusing on speaking and listening. Or if you wish to pass a Cambridge exam, it would be important to prioritise exam preparation, to include writing, reading comprehension, speaking and listening.

There are many benefits to being fluent in English, especially in the context of international travel, or in certain professions which require a good level of English. In general, any person who already speaks their own native language fluently, is capable of reaching a very fluent level in any new language they decide to learn. The most important thing is to be motivated, and have a strong desire to learn.

Another advantage to learning is that it means exercising our cognitive abilities by learning new things, whether it involves a language, science, maths, philosophy, etc.

Learning a language is a means of improving our memory. For example, when you learn a new word for the first time, you will immediately forget it, which is absolutely normal. However, the second or third time you relearn this same word, you may at least recognise it, even if you still don't fully understand it. Finally, after seeing the new word a few more times, you will know it, and probably remember it, provided that you continue using your new language.