Learn Italian: Language Learning tagged articles
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In the news: Language World 2011 conference and exhibition: 7th-9th July 2011
From Thursday 7th- Saturday 9th July, a major event in the annual languages education calendar will be taking place at Imperial College London.
- Tuesday, 5th July, 2011
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In the news: What will the London Olympics do for our foreign language skills?
It might just take an event as exciting and as global as the Olympics to give us Brits the kick start we need….
- Monday, 4th July, 2011
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Getting Course Advice: Foreign language courses - tips for best progress
Director of Studies at Cactus Rod Mitchell shares his tips on how to make the best possible progress in your language learning.
- Tuesday, 14th June, 2011
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Planning for a course: Foreign language courses – what to expect from your classes
Director of Studies at Cactus Rod Mitchell describes what you can expect from the lessons that form part of your evening language course...
- Tuesday, 14th June, 2011
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Attitudes to Language Learning: Why should anybody bother to learn a language in the current economic climate?
On the face of it, it looks a bit pointless to spend time, money and effort on learning a foreign language at this moment.
- Tuesday, 7th June, 2011
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Attitudes to Language Learning: Long term study goals: getting to know what makes people tick
Director of Studies at Cactus, Rod Mitchell, reports back on his progress learning German in Brighton.
- Tuesday, 31st May, 2011
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Attitudes to Language Learning, Getting Course Advice: Why use Cactus to book your language holiday abroad?
With over 10 years experience in the language holiday industry, Cactus is truly expert in the field. There are plenty of other reasons why booking your language course abroad with us is beneficial though…
- Tuesday, 5th April, 2011
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In the news: Be inspired by Adult Learners’ Week - 14th - 20th May 2011
From painting or scuba diving to numeracy and foreign language learning, Adult Learners' Week promotes the benefit of all kinds of learning.
- Tuesday, 22nd March, 2011
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Anecdotes: French weekend course in London: Cactus staff review
Course Coordinator at Cactus Miia Matinolli tells us about the French weekend course that she recently attended in London...
- Monday, 21st February, 2011
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Teaching Languages: Who teaches Cactus’ foreign language evening courses in the US and Canada?
Cactus works with a huge number of teachers, many of whom have been teaching for years. We spoke to three of our North American teachers about their background, qualifications and why they love teaching.
- Tuesday, 1st February, 2011
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Teaching Languages: Who teaches Cactus’ foreign language evening courses in the UK?
Before booking onto one of our evening language courses, lots of students are keen to learn more about who will be teaching them…
- Monday, 10th January, 2011
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Destinations for you: New German course locations in Baden-Wurttemberg - Constance, Freudental and Lindenberg
We have recently added three new Germany destinations to our range of locations, and have just been to visit the exciting new schools…
- Monday, 29th November, 2010
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: Top 10 Christmas gifts for language and travel enthusiasts in North America
If you're buying Christmas gifts for anyone interested in travel and/or foreign languages, here are some ideas to help in your quest for the perfect present!
- Friday, 12th November, 2010
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Types of Courses: The advantages of using a language training company for your language learning needs
If your staff need to learn a foreign language, or to brush up their foreign language skills, using the services of a specialist language training company can be really beneficial.
- Wednesday, 3rd November, 2010
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Attitudes to Language Learning, Academic: Cactus uses a so-called ‘full immersion’ method of teaching. What are the benefits of this?
An interview with Jenny Johnson, Cactus Academic Director.
- Monday, 1st November, 2010
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Passion for language: Top 10 Christmas gifts for language and travel enthusiasts
If you're buying Christmas gifts for anyone interested in travel and/or foreign languages, here are some ideas to help in your quest for the perfect present!
- Monday, 6th September, 2010
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Attitudes to Language Learning, Academic: Academic viewpoint: Learning a language through podcasts
Director of Studies Augusta Nicol tells us how we can learn a language on the go, and gives us tips on how to get the most out of podcasts.
- Friday, 20th August, 2010
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Types of Courses: 10 good reasons to choose one-to-one language training
There are many ways to learn a foreign language, but one-to-one training can be one of the most effective when it comes to making quick progress and learning language that is specific to you and your needs.
- Monday, 26th July, 2010
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Types of Courses: A perfect way to prepare last-minute for travels abroad – 4-week ‘survival’ language courses
When it comes to foreign travels, whether for 2 weeks or 2 months, there are so many preparations to make and so much expense involved that learning some of the language often gets relegated to the bottom of the ‘to do’ list.
- Thursday, 17th June, 2010
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Attitudes to Language Learning: Why it’s so important for school leavers and graduates to work on their language skills
According to a recent article on the CILT website, a survey conducted by the CBI indicates that 71% of UK employers are dissatisfied with foreign language skills in school and college leavers, and 55% are unhappy about graduates’ language skills.
- Tuesday, 8th June, 2010
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