Do Intensive Language Courses Work?

TIMESINDONESIA, JAKARTA – Intensive language courses sound like a good idea, especially for those who do not have much time to study and taking a leave from work for a week or so to focus on their language study is the only option. The question that bears in people’s minds is “how effective is this type of course?”. 

There is no straight answer to this. For some, intensive language courses can be very effective; for others, especially beginners, they can be overwhelming. Here are a few factors that make these kinds of courses worthwhile. 

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1. Immersive Environment

If your intensive course creates an immersive environment where you are surrounded by the language you are learning, it can be very effective. This includes your instructor, who must speak in the target language most or all of the time depending on the students’ level, and you, as the student, who must get in a fair amount of speaking practice. 

There might be some cases where your teacher needs to clarify things using your mother tongue, for example when explaining grammatical rules or cultural contexts. One such course is the intensive Indonesian class at Jembatan Bahasa, where English (or the student's first language) is only used as a last resort. 

Indonesian classes at Jembatan Bahasa Indonesian Language School in Bali

2. Concentrated Learning

These courses typically involve several hours of study each day, allowing for a concentrated learning experience. The continuous and focused practice helps in retaining information better and developing language skills more quickly compared to sporadic learning sessions. Being part of an intensive course often means interacting with more teachers, exposing you to different speaking styles and accents which will rapidly improve your listening skills. You can also potentially interact with fellow learners, providing additional practice opportunities outside of class.

3. Cultural Exposure

Many intensive language courses include cultural components, such as field trips, cultural activities, or interactions with native speakers. This cultural exposure enriches your learning experience, providing context and a deeper understanding of the language in real-life situations.

4. Highly Motivational Learning 

Frequent assessments and a lot of immediate feedback from instructors can accelerate the learning process. Students can quickly identify your strengths and weaknesses, enabling you to focus on areas that need improvement and adjust your learning strategies accordingly.

English classes for Spanish students in Bali

In short, if you learn the basics of the language in advance and choose the program wisely, you can avoid the drawbacks of intensive courses while using it to learn a language quickly, effectively and successfully! If you are looking for an English intensive course in Bali, JB English’s program is highly recommended. 

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