Many people say that intensive language courses are the best way to learn a new language easily, safely and quickly. In fact, in a short period of time, you receive all the basic information about the new language, and you finish the course with the basic knowledge you need to continue learning.
What do intensive language courses consist of?
Intensive language courses operate on a short-term basis (usually a few weeks). During these periods, the aim is for the teacher to provide the basic theoretical background of a language in order to achieve a goal, which can be to learn quickly or to reach a level.
Of course, not everyone likes intensive language courses, because they claim that it is not the most comprehensive way of learning. For this reason, there are those who mix intensive courses with continuous learning, so it all depends on perception.
However, some of the main advantages of this learning methodology are the following:
There are several alternatives
An intensive course is not rigid, on the contrary, it is very flexible and adapts to different kinds of needs. Thus, one can find intensive courses for children, adults or young people, as well as coaching for actors or for managers and entrepreneurs.
Some intensive courses last a few weeks (the most common), while others last 6 months, others take place during the summer, and there are also courses that take place all year round. The fact is that, in each case, the knowledge is taught in a constant and intensive way.
Learning is personalised
When you do a language course, you usually meet a large number of people who are there for the same reason as you. Therefore, the teacher will not always have enough time to personalise the learning.
In the case of intensive courses, however, there are usually smaller groups, which means more opportunities for feedback.
Smaller groups
This brings us to the next advantage of intensive language courses: the groups are usually smaller. In the current circumstances, one of the advantages is precisely to avoid crowding, or being exposed to mass contagion, especially in the current world situation.
Let us not forget that the pandemic caused by the coronavirus has restricted many activities, including academic learning. However, an intensive course is an effective alternative to gradually recover normal activities, while taking care of all the people involved in learning.
You will make better use of your time
Other consequences of the lock down caused by the pandemic are the new approaches to learning and education that have emerged. Today, it is less and less conceivable to spend long hours in a classroom every day of the week.
As a result, we have learned new ways of making effective use of time. In this way, we mix learning at home with time-saving personalised tutoring.
Faced with this new need, intensive courses are the perfect alternative. Although they have basically the same duration of academic hours as a regular course, the total duration is shorter and, therefore, you will be able to allocate your time better.
It is a good way to refresh what you have learnt
Perhaps you learnt a new language a few years ago and now, whether for professional or academic reasons, or simply for personal satisfaction, you find yourself needing to revise what you learnt a while ago in order to continue making progress.
However, intensive courses will allow you to refresh your memory and remember everything you have learnt in a short period of time. They are the best option for those who just need to ‘brush up’ on their knowledge.
Intensive language courses are able to shape your personality.
We may be unaware of the benefits of intensive language courses that go beyond learning, but the reality is that they are a successful methodology for shaping personality. Especially in children and teenagers, as this will help reinforce the concepts of effort and discipline.
Let’s not forget that doing an intensive language course requires commitment and responsibility to complete tasks on time. This means that you will also have to study at home. However, the results are enriching and will last over time, opening up new opportunities for you.
