Big news! I went to my new German Class A1.2 and the first day I was required to take a placement test to make sure everyone was in the correct class. The next day when I went to class they shared the results. I had scored well on the placement test and was moved up to A2.2. At first I was very nervous about the big jump. I am still hesitant because it is a harder class, but I feel it is a better fit for me and I think I am doing much better in this class. The one major difference of this class that I am having trouble with is the speaking. I can understand just about everything the teacher and students are talking about but I am having trouble keeping up the communicating and talking myself. I hope to be able to speak more and to break out of this shell. I am half way through this A2.2 class (two weeks left). I will keep you updated on things to come!
Knowing you a big piece of it is probably some confidence! Have you been practicing with Markus at home with your speaking? Just getting the hang of how to form the words in your mouth is a huge help.
ReplyDeleteLastly, just go for it!! There's only one way to learn - by jumping in and doing it! You'll learn so much in two weeks of struggling through speaking that it will be a game changer in learning the language.
So, SO proud of how well you are doing -- between the language, teaching, and being in a new country. You are amazing. Can't wait to come visit!