I have been self-learning Spanish over the past 2 years and, so far, I've managed to understand the context of the conversation in the netflix shows I watched. But I am nowhere near being fluent in speaking the language because I have no one to speak with. I've always wanted to further improve learning the language itself.
Chatgpt suggested me to take up a structured Spanish language course offered by the Spain Embassy in Malaysia. I've looked it up and it has several intake on every 3 months. Two weeks ago, I've inquired with them about the details and was told that the next intake for absolute beginner will be on mid of next month. The beginner Spanish course is segregated into 3 levels - from 1.1 to 1.3. The price for each level is RM950 for 10 weeks, the session will be conducted in face2face for 3 hours on Saturday.
Few days ago, I got an update about the opening registration for the new intake. Unfortunately, the timing for the class is not in my favor. I asked if I could jump into 1.2 level instead as I told them I have been self-learning for a year and the timing for that particular level is right for me. They allow it as long as I still have the basics.
The dilemma: Do I really need it? Why do I need to spend such amount to learn the language when I can learn it myself with all the free resources on the internet? Will I get a good return if I invest in this course? Will I travel to Spain for work? Will I ever get a Spanish boyfriend? Will I ever travel to Spain? Is this language gonna open door for me? Is this language important for me?
It sounds like your interested in it. I'd say go for it. Nothing ventured nothing gained. You're right you can learn on-line but I think that it might be more beneficial to learn in person. Besides that you never know who you might meet in the class, it would be a great networking opportunity (speaking from a job or professional standpoint). Let us know what you decide. Good luck!
ReplyDeleteI really am! If I were to commit to this, I would really have to commit til the end, which is more likely getting a diploma of the language itself.
DeleteIf you have disposable income for this (hobby/interest), go for it. If you need to make an ROI analysis, probably not.
ReplyDeleteDisposable income not. lol. I feel like if I don't do it now, I will never do it.
DeleteIt's too bad the class isn't in person. You would probably meet a hot guy at the class.
ReplyDeleteit is a face-to-face group class. To spend such amount to meet a hot guy uncertainly, it is a bit of stretch. But one can only wish.
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