Here is the latest Interview of Sir Christian Saunders. He is one of the world best English teachers.
I have asked him 10 question about learning English. I hope you will enjoy this interview. There's something very special for you at the end of the interview.
Let's get started.
Question no.1: How can the nonnative English learners become fluent?Answer: There are no secrets to learn a language. Only lots of practice. So, you need to be very motivated, work hard, and have patience. If you focus on communication when you practice and not on technical things, then you will progress very quickly.
Question no.2: How to stop shyness and get confidence?
Answer:People are normally shy because they are afraid of making mistakes. But you need to realize that nobody really cares about your mistakes. They just want to communicate with you, and people can tolerate A LOT of mistakes before you have problems with communication.
Question no.3: What is the easiest way to enrich the English vocabulary?
Answer:The science tells us that reading is the best way to improve your vocabulary. People who read more have a bigger vocabulary. But it’s important to read things you understand, and you enjoy. Those two things are VERY important.
Question no.4: How much time is required for nonnative English learners to become a fluent English speaker?
Answer:It depends on how hard you work! Fluency is a very difficult word to define because lots of people have different ideas about fluency, but I think that if you work hard, you can have good basic conversations about a variety of subjects within 12 months. That is amazing! You will be able to speak to hundreds of millions of new people!
Question no.5:In this digital age how can we learn a new language without going physically to the traditional institutions?
Answer: The internet is a gift. A very special gift. We can find lessons, read books, listen to podcasts, watch videos, download apps, and find a speaking partner. You can simulate immersion at home! But please ENJOY IT!
Question no.6: Please recommend 3 useful websites to improve English?
Answer:1:Youtube (you can find everything here) 2:sketchengine (a great website to learn words in context) 3:bookdepository (millions of books with free delivery)
Question no.7: : How can someone improve their English writing skills?
Answer: It’s very easy. You must sit down and write. And write more. And then write more. Good writing comes from practice. And that is true for native speakers and foreign learners.
Question no.8:What advice would you like to give to the world regarding learning English?
Answer: Stop studying and start communicating! We have
forgotten the true meaning of language: to communicate!
Many many thanks for your great wiki Christian!
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DeleteThe energy is on the high level, unlimited patience, understanding, professionalism, every detail in the right place. 5 STAR BRILLIANT TEACHER
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DeleteWas Nice interview. Thanks a lot. No secret it is an answer to fluency. Just practice listening speaking writing reading.
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ReplyDeletewithout doubts the best English teacher in youtube
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