6 Steps to Complete Your English Course (And How Breathe English Can Help!)

Hello, language enthusiasts!

If you’ve ever wondered why some folks sail through their English courses while others, despite their best efforts, just can’t make it to the finish line, you’re in for a treat! 🌟 Today, we’re diving deep into what makes someone more likely to complete an English language course. And let’s just say… it’s not all about natural talent.

1. A Dash of Motivation

First off, let’s talk about the ‘M’ word – Motivation. A study published in the ‘System’ journal in 2017 confirmed that motivation is among the top predictors of success in language learning. So, if you’re learning English to travel, communicate with friends or binge-watch your favorite shows without subtitles, embrace that reason. It’ll be your anchor on days when dangling participles and phrasal verbs feel like too much.

2. Engaging Learning Materials

Remember those old-school English classes? Black and white textbooks, monotonous voice recordings, and the endless drilling of grammar rules? Yawn. According to a 2013 study from Dr. Dzulkifli and Mustafar, students who use colorful, multimedia-rich resources tend to retain information better and stay motivated longer.

Enter Breathe English. Our course? A technicolor dream! Brimming with vibrant videos, relatable examples, and eye-catching slides, you’re not just learning – you’re enjoying.

3. Flexibility Matters

In today’s fast-paced world, sticking to a rigid class schedule can be challenging. Working adults especially don’t have the flexibility to attend daily classes or work on group projects. A research paper from Tel Aviv University (2019) indicated that learners who had the flexibility to study at their own pace were able to “learn according to their needs,” and in many cases were more likely to finish a course. That’s right, night owls and early birds rejoice! With Breathe English, you design your own learning journey, whenever and wherever.

4. Cost Counts

No one wants to break the bank when picking up a new skill. Did you know that affordability is one of the top factors for course completion? A 2019 survey by Educause Review showed that students were more likely to see a course through to its end when they believed they were getting value for their money. Breathe English understands this, offering quality at a price that doesn’t leave your wallet gasping for air.

5. Support Systems

Ever heard of the proverb, “It takes a village to raise a child?” Well, it sometimes takes a community to learn a language! The encouragement from peers, the guidance of mentors, and even the occasional nudge can make a world of difference. Engaging with an active community and having access to support can supercharge your learning journey.

6. Bite-sized Chunks

There’s science behind the joy of mini chocolate bars! Well, not chocolate specifically, but digestible, bite-sized chunks of learning. A principle called ‘Microlearning‘ suggests that absorbing information in smaller segments boosts retention. So, instead of marathon sessions, dive into the short, fun lessons that Breathe English offers. You’ll be amazed at how much you remember.

To sum up –

there isn’t just one secret to success, but the good news is that all of these small steps can lead you to successfully complete an English language course. And the cherry on top – once you finish your course, you’ll not only have learned more English, but you’ll feel a sense of pride and accomplishment that you can’t find anywhere else.

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Citations:

Jiajing Li, Ronnel B. King, Chuang Wang,
Profiles of motivation and engagement in foreign language learning: Associations with emotional factors, academic achievement, and demographic features,
System, Volume 108, 2022, 102820, ISSN 0346-251X, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.system.2022.102820.

Dzulkifli MA, Mustafar MF. The influence of colour on memory performance: a review. Malays J Med Sci. 2013 Mar;20(2):3-9. PMID: 23983571; PMCID: PMC3743993.

Tal Soffer, Tali Kahan, and Rafi Nachmias. Patterns of Students’ Utilization of Flexibility in
Online Academic Courses and Their Relation to Course Achievement. International Review of Research in Open and Distributed Learning, Volume 20, Number 3. July 2019.