MCC Teachers Top 5 Tips to Improve Your English Outside the Classroom.
Learning any language always goes beyond classroom time. You can improve faster by practising language skills in your daily life.
Speak English Every Day
Describe your day, talk about your plans, or name what you see around you.
Prepare a few phrases or sentences in advance if it helps. This builds confidence and fluency.
Our student Muhammad shared:
“I felt very unconfident. I could understand people speaking English at shops and at college. I felt ashamed to speak because of my accent and mistakes.
What helped me was thinking ahead and preparing phrases in advance. Then I started speaking, even with mistakes. It became easier over time. People supported me and never laughed.”
Listen to English Media
Watch English videos, listen to podcasts, or music every day. Choose content you enjoy and listen actively.
Use subtitles to support understanding and improve reading skills. This helps you hear real-life English.
Read English Content
Read news, books, or short articles every day. Reading builds vocabulary and improves understanding. It also helps you see how English works in real situations.
Dina, an Intermediate English student, shared:
“I go to Epping Library with my daughter almost every day. There are so many books. I can read and my daughter has fun too.”
Find a “Chat Partner”
Find a language exchange partner online or in your community. Practise speaking with other learners or native speakers. Regular conversations build confidence and real-world skills.
At MCC, teachers encourage small talk before and after classes. We also encourage students to practise outside class. A chat partner can be a classmate, neighbour, or volunteer.
Use Learning Apps and Tools
Use free apps to practise grammar, vocabulary, and speaking. Consistent short sessions help you review and improve fast.
Apps like Duolingo and others support daily practice and confidence building.
Key takeaway:
Making English part of your daily life helps you improve faster and feel more confident
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