Has anyone taken the English class on here?

Question

After hitting level 2 I realize I should have paid more attention in English 101. I don't have a clue what Paralee is talking about. I may need to take English to better understand what she is talking about.

Answer 1

I would suggest that after you complete each Spanish lesson, you complete its corresponding lesson in English. For example, after finishing lesson 1.1 in Learn Spanish, do lesson 1.1 in Aprender Inglés. If I had known better, I would have done that from the start.

Not only does it reinforce what you have learned, it also helps those who are challenged with English grammar. The same could be done by those learning to speak English, only do it in the reverse.

This is a great idea. You get a vote too. - Seitheach, Sep 17, 2009

Answer 2

While it isn't necessary to study formal grammar in order to learn a language, the use of some "grammatical" terminology can make talking about a language (your own or any other) much simpler. Saying, for example, "the indirect object" is a lot easier/shorter than saying "the person/thing that receives the benefit (or is affected by) the action of the verb". Despite what some people may think, grammar books are not generally written to enforce some set of arbitrary rules (although some have that intention) but, rather, to explain how some language is, in fact, used; to try to identify the underlying logic behind why one says something one way, rather than another.

As with most areas of specialization, over time, certain "shorthand" words/phrases are invented to describe frequently occurring constructions (because it simplifies the discussion).

If I could vote twice for this answer I would. - Seitheach, Sep 17, 2009

Answer 3

As I mentioned earlier today, I have been taking the English classes on here. I started out of curiosity. However, I soon realized that they were helping me to retain what I had learned in the Spanish classes. It was like taking the Spanish course in reverse. They are also a good way to brush up on your English.

I would highly recommend them!

I had planned on doing them after I had finished Spanish, but I may have to do them first. Thanks. - Seitheach, Sep 17, 2009

Answer 4

Thanks all. These are great answers.

Answer 5

It's either start over at level 1 or go do the English. I guess I could start level 2 over and just keep re-doing it until I get it.

Answer 6

I know of one person: Quentin, yes , really true, he said they were very good