Now that you have a basic understanding of what to expect in our language programs, let’s talk a little bit about our methodology. At La Paz Language Academy, we use the very best language learning programs and teaching strategies to help students of all ages and learning levels. Our curricula is based on the levels established by the “Common European Framework,” and our textbooks take a similar approach.
In order to ensure our students get a quality education, we ensure that all of our instructors are native speakers with teaching experience here in the U.S. and abroad. Given the overall attitude and approach of our learning academy, it’s not unusual for us to have highly motivated students. With that being said, our methodology helps to guide students during the beginning phase of their language program while simultaneously promoting independent language learning as well as leading students to become self-reliant in many ways.
For nearly a decade, La Paz has been able to provide eager students with the experience needed to learn another language. Our amazing instructors and their experience are certainly to thank for this! Aside from our instructors, the approaches that we use within our classrooms provide our students with a unique learning experience that makes it so much more likely for them to retain the lessons. The Communicative Approach, for example, encourages students to practice through engagement, interaction, and conversation.
Language isn’t solely talking, and we make sure that conversation isn’t the only way that our students learn a different language. Reading and writing are equally important in our classrooms and contribute to the well-rounded education that our students leave with. We work on these areas of language with methods like the Audio-lingual method and the Total Physical Response method.
The methodology that we utilize in our language academy is something that we take so much pride in. We have worked hard to create a curriculum that looks at language from various perspectives and allows our students countless opportunities to practice and grow. If you’re looking for a program that you can immerse yourself in and that will challenge you, take some time to check out the different language programs that we have available at La Paz Language Academy, and enroll online today. We would love the opportunity to teach you about a language and prepare you for your upcoming trip abroad! Reach out to our team with any questions that you have. Browse the plans and pricing that we have available for our language bootcamp programs, and feel free to contact us with any questions.
Aside from having a strong base of the language that they’re teaching, we encourage our instructors to continue to grow within their language. Afterall, there is no limit to the possibilities of a language! Whether it’s through visits to the country, conversations, or through exercises, our instructors are always growing and improving.
One of the primary reasons that people choose to learn the native language of the country that they’re visiting is simply so that they can converse with others. It’s pretty straightforward really; the last thing that you want is to be that individual that is standing there, smiling without any idea of what people are saying to you. We fully understand this being the underlying reason for taking the time to learn a new language, but it most definitely won’t be the only benefit you enjoy.
Here are a couple of the immediate benefits of learning the native language of the place that you’ll be visiting.
Regardless of where you’re traveling, you’re definitely going to need directions, and while you could surely turn to Google Maps for the majority of your trip (if you’re paying for data or, by some chance, have access to wifi), chances are that you’re going to need to converse with locals to get around. Learning even the very basics of the local language will make it so much easier for you to get around places, avoid getting lost, and maybe even find some incredible local attractions.
We can’t help but mention for a second time that learning the basics of a language can decrease the chances of you getting lost. When you’re visiting a foreign country, getting lost can lead to some dangerous situations. You don’t have to become fluent to understand directions and avoid getting lost, and to us, that’s completely invaluable and necessary when traveling.
Language is a significant part of our culture, there’s no denying it. This is yet another reason that taking the time to learn the native language before traveling is so beneficial; you get the chance to understand the culture from a completely different perspective. Rather than be an outsider as you travel, unable to speak or communicate, you get the chance to participate. This brings the experience of traveling to life!
The only way that you’re going to see the hidden gems of a country is by conversing with the locals. And, in order to do that — you guessed it! — you need to speak the language. With even a basic understanding of the language you can communicate with individuals that can help you around, make suggestions, inform you of events, and share their culture.
Whether you’re traveling alone or with friends, the opportunity to meet new people and make new connections is one of the most beautiful parts of traveling. It’s also one of the many reasons that people choose to invest time into learning the native language of the country they’re visiting. By having a general idea of how to communicate with natives in the area, you are able to meet new people! Whether it’s a basic conversation on your way from point A to point B or it’s someone that becomes a friend who you experience things with during your travels, communication is crucial to these bonds being created at all.
La Paz Language Academy is dedicated to providing individuals with the quality learning experience they need to feel confident speaking a new language. In order to achieve this, we take staffing and our classes as a whole very serious. That is why you will find we have a wide selection of language options as well as classroom opportunities.
We’ve truly done our very best to cater to the various situations and circumstances that our students may come across. Whether you need the convenience of online Spanish classes or the in-depth training of an intensive language course, we’ve got you covered. Aside from that, we also offer tutoring programs that help you perfect the language that you’re working on.
Take a minute and browse the different languages and language programs that we offer here at La Paz. When you’ve determined which is the best fit for you and your goals, you can go ahead and enroll online! If you have any questions regarding our learning programs or the registration process, feel free to contact our team, and we would be more than happy to get you taken care of.
