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    Language-Learning Tips: Change Your Relationship with Mistakes

    February 16, 2023 /

    Today we welcome to the blog Pat, the founder of Laid-back Languages. After struggling to learn French in school, Pat used psychology to crack the code of language-learning and has since taught himself five languages. In this post, he shares one of his biggest tips for language-learners: healing your relationship with mistakes.

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  • Adapting,  Language Learning

    Language-Learning: A Review of italki

    April 16, 2020 /

    If you want to learn a language online through one-on-one video classes, italki is an excellent option for you! Read our thoughts on the benefits and drawbacks of this platform for more information.

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  • Adapting,  How to

    Tips for Teaching Virtually (Group Classes)

    April 14, 2020 /

    We’re sharing 18 important tips for helping you create the classroom environment, prepare your lessons, and execute effective group lessons online.

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  • Adapting,  How to

    Make the Most of Studying Virtually

    April 9, 2020 /

    Are you now one of the millions of people finding yourself now studying online but you just can’t get the hang of it? Check out our top tips for studying virtually so that you make the most out of this experience.

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    February 14, 2026
  • Adapting,  How to

    Tips for Teaching Virtually (One-on-One Classes)

    April 7, 2020 /

    Have you now transitioned to working from home and you are not sure how to teach your classes virtually? Check out this guide with 15 top tips for teaching one-on-one virtual classes.

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  • Preparing

    Understanding Spanish Public Workers: Oposiciones

    February 20, 2020 /

    While they are a normal part of Spanish life oposiciones are something that don’t exist in the same way in other places. What are they for and why are they such a normal part of conversations in Spain?

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  • Preparing

    Understanding Spanish Public Workers: Funcionarios

    February 18, 2020 /

    While they are a normal part of Spanish life, funcionarios are something that don’t exist in the same way in other places. What are funcionarios and what role do they play in everyday life in Spain?

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  • Preparing

    Five Things You Should Know about Teaching in an English Academy in Spain

    January 16, 2020 /

    Are you wondering what your options are for teaching English in Spain? Teaching at an English academy might just be one of your best options. Read this article for five things you need to know before you start!

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    March 26, 2019

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  • Adapting,  Culture

    An Introduction to the Job Situation in Spain

    January 14, 2020 /

    Are you thinking about moving abroad but you are not sure what the job situation is like in Spain? This introduction will give you a brief idea of what you will find here.

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  • Culture,  Preparing

    An Introduction to the Spanish School System

    September 26, 2019 /

    School is different all around the world and what you find in Spain is likely to surprise you. To give you a betting insight into the Spanish school system, we are breaking it down for you from an insider’s perspective.

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  • Language Learning,  Thriving

    Favorite Resources for Learning through Spanish Entertainment

    September 5, 2019 /

    In this post we provide links and details on some of our favorite resources for language-learning through Spanish entertainment.

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  • Preparing,  Study Abroad

    Deciding where to study a degree or masters abroad

    June 4, 2019 /

    Are you considering doing your degree or master’s program abroad but are not sure how to chose where to study? Check out this article for some main points that you should consider.

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