HOW I’VE BEEN IMPROVING MY ENGLISH - some of these tips are also great for native speakers! I started to learn English by myself when I was a kid. One of my favorite things to do was translate my favorite songs - word by word with the help of a dictionary. I also had English classes at school, which were mostly focused on Grammar. I only enrolled in a proper English school after graduating from college. I didn’t have plans to live abroad yet, but I knew that learning English would open many doors. Since I moved to NYC in 2014, I have taken various classes and courses that have greatly improved my confidence in speaking the language. 📕I’m grateful for the @nypl ESL program. This free program is available at various branches across the five boroughs. Check their website for more information regarding the registration process - classes are accessible to everyone regardless of immigration status. 👗The @fitnyc ESL/Fashion Certificate Program was such a cool experience. It was during my first year living here, and I was so anxious about having classes in English about a specific topic (fashion). Until that moment, my only English classes were ESL ones. I was so proud of myself. 💻 I absolutely love @italki and the fact that you can find teachers of over 150 languages. I found great teachers who helped me improve my conversation and writing skills. 📝I can’t recommend @gothamwriters classes enough. My only regret was allowing my insecurities to get in the way, which prevented me from enrolling sooner. 🗣️The Accent Coach - these classes helped me A LOT. I’ve improved my pronunciation and gained more confidence. Unfortunately, Claudette has retired - but Jay Alexander Poulton is now the new Accent Coach. You can contact him through the website www.theaccentcoach.com ⌨️ @grammarly - the best writing assistant! Grammarly saves me every time I write in English. The paid version is 10/10. Bonus: For pronunciation practice, make sure to download @elsa_speak .This app has many features to help you improve your speaking skills! Speaking a 2nd language is a marathon, not a race. And I truly believe we are always learning. Enjoy the journey! #english