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30-Day Plan to Learn English
Jul 11, 2024
30-Day Plan to Learn English
Overview
Goal:
Develop habit and enhance English skills by following a detailed 30-day plan.
Materials Needed:
Exercise book or digital note-taking app, downloadable PDF schedule, access to specific websites and videos for practice.
Day 0: Initial Assessment
Task:
Take a free English proficiency test from Lancaster University.
Actions:
Assess listening, writing, reading skills.
Write down test result and specific goal (e.g., TOEFL score, university admission).
Download calendar and tracking sheets from comments.
Week 1
Day 1: Listening
Resource:
ed.ted.com
Task:
Watch videos of interest without subtitles, then with if needed.
Actions:
Take comprehension test (Think tab).
Explore additional info (Dig Deeper tab).
Share opinion (Discuss tab).
Note new words in your exercise book.
Day 2: Speaking
Resource:
Watch video on 8 ways to practice English, sign up for Speak Like a Pro course.
Actions:
Work with a speaking partner online.
Participate in 14 lessons and 3 live streams.
Day 3: Reading
Resource:
breakingnewsenglish.com
Task:
Read news stories adapted for English learners.
Actions:
Select appropriate level (0-6).
Complete reading comprehension tasks, listen to audio.
Day 4: Writing
Task:
Write a 200-300 word essay about your ideal day in five years.
Actions:
Utilize exercise book or PDF to draft and refine your essay.
Day 5: Grammar
Resource:
learnenglish.britishcouncil.org or learnenglishteens.britishcouncil.org
Task:
Focus on a challenging grammar topic.
Actions:
Read and understand exercises on selected topic.
Day 6: Vocabulary
Task:
Review and select 10 most useful words from the past days.
Actions:
Write sentences using each word.
Spend 10 minutes memorizing.
Day 7: English Day Off
Task:
Engage with English content of your choice.
Actions:
Watch videos, listen to music, etc.
Review words from Day 6.
Week 2
Day 8: Listening
Task:
Listen to and transcribe lyrics of a favorite song or listen to a BBC podcast.
Actions:
Validate lyrics and attempt to sing along.
Highlight and review new vocabulary.
Day 9: Speaking
Resource:
Linguamarina's speaking tutorials.
Task:
Practice speaking with a buddy or through video tutorials.
Actions:
Practice acquiring an American accent.
Day 10: Reading
Resources:
rong-chang.com, dreamreader.net
Task:
Read articles and perform comprehension exercises.
Actions:
Focus on audio-supported texts and tests.
Day 11: Writing
Task:
Write an action plan for a day if you reached advanced English level.
Actions:
Be specific and consult university websites (e.g., Harvard).
Day 12: Grammar
Resource:
Download and use a workbook from Linguamarina.
Task:
Begin with challenging topics.
Actions:
Engage with grammar exercises and lessons.
Day 13: Vocabulary
Task:
Review and renew vocabulary list.
Actions:
Cross out known words, highlight 10 new words.
Day 14: English Day Off
Task:
Continued English engagement of your choice.
Recommendation:
Watch Netflix show βThe One.β
Actions:
Review new vocabulary.
Week 3 and Week 4: Repeat Weeks 1 and 2
Reinforce listening, speaking, reading, writing, grammar, and vocabulary activities.
Maintain weekly day-off routine focused on passive English learning.
Final Days
Day 29: Review and Reassess
Task:
Reflect on the most challenging aspects.
Actions:
Revisit and retackle the most difficult tasks.
Day 30: Final Test
Task:
Retake initial proficiency test and compare results.
Actions:
Share progress and experiences in video comments.
Connect with community members.
Encouragement and Final Notes
Importance of consistency and community engagement.
Links to resources and courses mentioned will be provided in video description.
Opportunity to connect and share results with a wider audience.
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