English is, by far, the most important language in the world. As such, it is only natural that we should try to learn it as best as possible.
Yet, learning a new language is tricky. There is grammar to cope with and all the new idioms and set phrases that must be understood. Not to talk about the different way of thinking! The higher the level is we try to achieve the most so learning becomes at the same time easier and more difficult.
While having finally passed the awful period of trying to grasp basic grammar and knowledge, aiming for CPE means having to deal with constructs that, while apparently easy, may very well become a trap. At the same time the range of material from which to study becomes wider making the process less boring and repetitive.
Having studied English for many years I find that reading, of all the different tasks such as listening-talking-writing etc… , is the one that makes learning a language as easy and smooth as possible. While it is true that, for obvious reasons, reading doesn’t help improve our pronunciation , everything else really benefits from it. Add to the reading a mother tongue teacher and you will have passed your exam! Mother tongue teachers are extremely important. They help you understand all the subtle nuances that could cause you problems and they become your link to this beautiful language. They give you an insight into the culture that is unattainable without a human “source”. And they make you love their language. For this and all the help: thank you Teresa and thank you QUAGI!
I did it!!!!!
I not only passed the Cambridge Advanced Certificate (CAE) but I passed with a Grade A.
Now back to studying English, I want Cambridge Proficiency (CPE) !!!
Maria Cristina
Yet, learning a new language is tricky. There is grammar to cope with and all the new idioms and set phrases that must be understood. Not to talk about the different way of thinking! The higher the level is we try to achieve the most so learning becomes at the same time easier and more difficult.
While having finally passed the awful period of trying to grasp basic grammar and knowledge, aiming for CPE means having to deal with constructs that, while apparently easy, may very well become a trap. At the same time the range of material from which to study becomes wider making the process less boring and repetitive.
Having studied English for many years I find that reading, of all the different tasks such as listening-talking-writing etc… , is the one that makes learning a language as easy and smooth as possible. While it is true that, for obvious reasons, reading doesn’t help improve our pronunciation , everything else really benefits from it. Add to the reading a mother tongue teacher and you will have passed your exam! Mother tongue teachers are extremely important. They help you understand all the subtle nuances that could cause you problems and they become your link to this beautiful language. They give you an insight into the culture that is unattainable without a human “source”. And they make you love their language. For this and all the help: thank you Teresa and thank you QUAGI!
I did it!!!!!
Maria Cristina
I not only passed the Cambridge Advanced Certificate (CAE) but I passed with a Grade A.
Now back to studying English, I want Cambridge Proficiency (CPE) !!!