1. It may be obvious, but don’t forget to take notes during classes and do all your homework! Some people may not find it necessary to write down what their teacher says, but a lack of attention can result in lack of improvement. It can be quite demanding to study a new language whilst juggling all other day-to-day activities in life, and as such requires a lot of effort. So, to make it easier on yourself, be organised with your learning. Take notes to help you remember things after a busy day, do your homework and get closer to your English fluency goal.

2. Write in your own words! Read something that interests you (about a topic that you are already familiar with) and try to write it again in your own words. This is also known as ‘paraphrasing’ and can help you to solidify your understanding of what you read, by expressing it in your own way. You will undoubtedly use synonyms, so it may be worth investing in a thesaurus!

3. Exchange correspondence with your friends in English. Reading and writing in English has and always will be an effective way of improving these skills. The more you do, the more you learn, and therefore, the better you get!

4. Search interactive websites that provide online practice and correction! Here are some examples to get you started: Quizlet, UsingEnglish, CardKiwi or Grammar Check.

5. Utilize social media! There are a great number of online platforms where you can share, chat and comment – all in English! How to Learn English in a new way!

6. Improve your English writing skills by blogging. Share your learning experiences with others and tell people how you’re improving and what you’re doing to get there. Don’t see this as boasting; it should be used purely to record your progress, give tips that worked well for you to other learners, and most of all, practise your writing skills!