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Al comienzo los cuentos son sencillos y se hacen cada vez más difíciles cuando los niveles aumentan, y suponen dos o tres personajes participando en una conversación que se relaciona a un sujeto.

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If you’re one of the many people currently attempting to learn a new language during lockdown, you’ll already know that it’s not as easy as you may have first thought.The step up from being able to order a paella and a pint in your holiday destination of choice is a pretty big one

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If you’re one of the many people currently attempting to learn a new language during lockdown, you’ll already know that it’s not as easy as you may have first thought.The step up from being able to order a paella and a pint in your holiday destination of choice is a pretty big one

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Online learning has increased thanks to many of us having a lot of free time on our hands, or those working from home putting their saved commuting hours to good use.And in the absence of travelling to said country to immerse yourself in your preferred language, a lot of companies are offering some pretty amazing deals on distance learning courses.

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Online learning has increased thanks to many of us having a lot of free time on our hands, or those working from home putting their saved commuting hours to good use.And in the absence of travelling to said country to immerse yourself in your preferred language, a lot of companies are offering some pretty amazing deals on distance learning courses.

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Or, if you don't have much money, do not fear - there are plenty of free options available that will help you get towards a conversational level.Here’s a list of tried and tested options for any budget.

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Or, if you don't have much money, do not fear - there are plenty of free options available that will help you get towards a conversational level.Here’s a list of tried and tested options for any budget.

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Ok, Duolingo is not for everyone, and is probably only ever going to offer you grounding in the basics.But while the regular lessons are repetitive, Duolingo Stories offers something a little different by putting words learned into context.

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Ok, Duolingo is not for everyone, and is probably only ever going to offer you grounding in the basics.But while the regular lessons are repetitive, Duolingo Stories offers something a little different by putting words learned into context.

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The stories start off easy and get harder with each level, and involve two or three characters participating in a conversation relating to a subject.

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The stories start off easy and get harder with each level, and involve two or three characters participating in a conversation relating to a subject.

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For example, one will be about two people going on a date, another might be an exchange between work colleagues, or a couple going on a holiday together.You must answer questions relating to the conversation as it goes, and if you get stuck you can check what words mean.

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For example, one will be about two people going on a date, another might be an exchange between work colleagues, or a couple going on a holiday together.You must answer questions relating to the conversation as it goes, and if you get stuck you can check what words mean.

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Watching and listening to a fluent speaker - or, even better, a native speaker - go through the basics of a language is really good for those of us who struggle with grammar-led lessons.

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Watching and listening to a fluent speaker - or, even better, a native speaker - go through the basics of a language is really good for those of us who struggle with grammar-led lessons.

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If you want to get to a conversational level and have problems with remembering written phrases, and also want to improve your pronunciation, this is very effective. A lot of companies offer free content as a way to persuade people to purchase their full course, so it’s a really good way to try before you buy - or just take advantage of the free offers.

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If you want to get to a conversational level and have problems with remembering written phrases, and also want to improve your pronunciation, this is very effective. A lot of companies offer free content as a way to persuade people to purchase their full course, so it’s a really good way to try before you buy - or just take advantage of the free offers.

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A good video class will take a viewer on a journey that encourages them to speak and not just listen, and build up sentences and their structures.They don’t need to be long - it may just surprise you how much you can learn in a 15 minute class.

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A good video class will take a viewer on a journey that encourages them to speak and not just listen, and build up sentences and their structures.They don’t need to be long - it may just surprise you how much you can learn in a 15 minute class.

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These can be expensive - but a lot of prices have been reduced since lockdown. Obviously some are better than others, but if you’re just looking for a basic introduction, One Education have taken 95 per cent off the prices of some courses.

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These can be expensive - but a lot of prices have been reduced since lockdown. Obviously some are better than others, but if you’re just looking for a basic introduction, One Education have taken 95 per cent off the prices of some courses.

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Their courses are CPD (Continuing Professional Development) accredited and you get a mix of video lessons, online study materials, exams and a multiple-choice assessment at the end.

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Their courses are CPD (Continuing Professional Development) accredited and you get a mix of video lessons, online study materials, exams and a multiple-choice assessment at the end.

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It’s grammar based, but it definitely gives you a pretty comprehensive revision in areas such as nouns, adjectives and verbs.

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It’s grammar based, but it definitely gives you a pretty comprehensive revision in areas such as nouns, adjectives and verbs.

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No, it's not just for children - adults can make use of the BBC’s learning opportunities too.The BBC website offers lessons in modern foreign languages German, French, Spanish and Mandarin at different levels.

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No, it's not just for children - adults can make use of the BBC’s learning opportunities too.The BBC website offers lessons in modern foreign languages German, French, Spanish and Mandarin at different levels.

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You can take advantage of the mix of videos, written information and also the tests to see how much you know. 

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You can take advantage of the mix of videos, written information and also the tests to see how much you know. 

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Perhaps the best free option available for language learners are exchanges. Exchanges put people in touch with people in their area who are learning their language, and therefore it creates opportunities to learn from native speakers.

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Perhaps the best free option available for language learners are exchanges. Exchanges put people in touch with people in their area who are learning their language, and therefore it creates opportunities to learn from native speakers.

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Thanks to Zoom, Skype and Whatsapp, you can connect with other students digitally - but do not give out your contact details until you are sure the person you connect with is legitimate.

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Thanks to Zoom, Skype and Whatsapp, you can connect with other students digitally - but do not give out your contact details until you are sure the person you connect with is legitimate.

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It’s probably not a great idea just to rely on this as a complete beginner. Exchanges are great for those who want to practise speaking. The key is, however, to find someone who is on your level, otherwise it could end up becoming difficult to manage.

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It’s probably not a great idea just to rely on this as a complete beginner. Exchanges are great for those who want to practise speaking. The key is, however, to find someone who is on your level, otherwise it could end up becoming difficult to manage.

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You may never have heard of this one but the platform has actually been around for years. Italki puts language learners in contact with professional teachers across the world, as well as what are called ‘community teachers’ - those who offer conversation classes.

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You may never have heard of this one but the platform has actually been around for years. Italki puts language learners in contact with professional teachers across the world, as well as what are called ‘community teachers’ - those who offer conversation classes.

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So, if you’re learning German, you can speak to someone in Germany, and those wanting to improve their Japanese can speak to a native in that country. Once learners have chosen their language and level and completed their profile they can contact potential teachers.

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So, if you’re learning German, you can speak to someone in Germany, and those wanting to improve their Japanese can speak to a native in that country. Once learners have chosen their language and level and completed their profile they can contact potential teachers.

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Most teachers have a video of themselves so you can get an idea of their their teaching style, and also - importantly - that they speak slowly enough for you to understand.

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Most teachers have a video of themselves so you can get an idea of their their teaching style, and also - importantly - that they speak slowly enough for you to understand.

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Students can book half hour, 45 minute and 60 minute classes with the teacher you want to book. All transactions are secure and can be done through PayPal.

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Students can book half hour, 45 minute and 60 minute classes with the teacher you want to book. All transactions are secure and can be done through PayPal.

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The great thing about this is you don’t need to use the iTalki classroom for your lessons - you can use Skype or Zoom etc, depending on what the teacher offers. Professional teachers are more expensive than community teachers.

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The great thing about this is you don’t need to use the iTalki classroom for your lessons - you can use Skype or Zoom etc, depending on what the teacher offers. Professional teachers are more expensive than community teachers.

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That said, the cost is not expensive - around £10-15 for an hour’s lesson with a professional, while community teachers are as little as £5 an hour. The idea is that the more positive feedback they get from students, the higher they can set their prices.

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That said, the cost is not expensive - around £10-15 for an hour’s lesson with a professional, while community teachers are as little as £5 an hour. The idea is that the more positive feedback they get from students, the higher they can set their prices.

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There are many foreign series on Netflix that are perfect for practising your preferred language. Switch the subtitles on and listen to the language being spoken. Alternatively, for those who want to see how the language is written, listen in English and switch the subtitles on for the language you are learning.

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There are many foreign series on Netflix that are perfect for practising your preferred language. Switch the subtitles on and listen to the language being spoken. Alternatively, for those who want to see how the language is written, listen in English and switch the subtitles on for the language you are learning.

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A really good one to check out is Criminal - there is an English series, as well as a French Spanish and German version, all of them different, but equally compelling. They follow the interrogation of a suspect by the police. La Casa De Las Flores (The House Of Flowers) is good for Spanish learners. 

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A really good one to check out is Criminal - there is an English series, as well as a French Spanish and German version, all of them different, but equally compelling. They follow the interrogation of a suspect by the police. La Casa De Las Flores (The House Of Flowers) is good for Spanish learners. 