How to learn Spanish before settling in sunny Spain?

If you’re planning on moving to Spain, you should consider learning Spanish, especially if you’re looking to make a long-term move. While you don’t need to be fluent,  you should, at the very least, be able to start a conversation with a Spaniard. This will truly enhance your chances of integration and open so many more exciting doors for you. Now you’re probably wondering; how do I take the next step towards greater integration and more doors to open? We’ve fallen in love with SpanishviaSkype (http://www.spanishviaskype.com/).

They offer Spanish classes on Skype with native teachers from Spain. Their lessons are one-on-one and tailor-made, just as you were sitting opposite your teacher. You can learn Spanish at your own pace, on your own time, without all the hassle of traditional academy courses. By breaking the “time-space barriers” of the traditional classroom, you don’t waste time traveling to class because you can learn Spanish from the comfort of your own home, office, or anywhere else you choose.

SpanishviaSkype offers different programs that make it incredibly easy for you to pick the one that suits you best: Spanish classes for different levels (beginners, intermediate and advanced), Spanish conversation classes (class length: 30 minutes), Survival Spanish, Preparation for Spanish language exams (DELE), and Spanish for specific purposes.

If you have never studied a language on Skype, don’t worry. In fact, language learning on Skype is much easier than you think; plus, iit’s also very effective. All you need is a computer with webcam, a broadband Internet connection and a Skype account (free).

So, now, you’re probably asking yourself: How does it work? The first step is to take a free trial class (20 minutes) without any commitment. If you’re convinced after your free trial, you can then book your classes on their website: you choose the day/time that suits you best; you select the class program you prefer and you pay for the lessons either via PayPal or bank transfer. You can choose single classes or a block of classes (10, 20, 30 or 40 lessons).

Want to see how if works? Check out this teaser video:

These classes are very effective because they are made-to-measure, based on the needs and the student’s level of Spanish. Throughout each class, the teacher will be listening carefully in order to correct any grammar, vocabulary, or pronunciation mistakes in a variety of ways. Not only will you get in-class and post-class feedback, you’ll also get an email class report that points out all of the issues you had. This lets you, student, review your lessons and keep track of your progress.

The SpanishviaSkype teachers provide their students with extra material and consolidation activities for after the class, designed to help the student improve fluency, widen vocabulary, listening comprehension and pronunciation. SpanishviaSkype also offers free correspondence by email with a native Spanish teacher (with a good command of English) to explain any language questions whenever needed.

Did you know…

… that Spanish is the second most-widely spoken language as a mother tongue in the world (after Mandarin and before English)?

… that if you learn Spanish you’ll be able to communicate with 540 million people?

… that Spanish is the official language in 21 countries?

… that nearly 20 million people learn Spanish around the world?

… that more than 52 million people already speak Spanish in the United States, which will have the largest Spanish-speaking population in the world by 2050?

AND

… that Spanish is the second most widely-used language on Social Media?

Being capable of understanding the locals will allow you to navigate your new home more effectively and it will also make your day go more smoothly, so go ahead and start learning Spanish now!

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